17 Things to Know BEFORE Hiking the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Trail

Kumano Kodo

If you’re considering hiking Japan’s Kumano Kodo trail, you are in for a real adventure. Deep in the Kii Peninsula, you can easily find yourself lost at another time. The Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail is why you travel to Japan. It’s where you can disconnect and feel at peace with the nature around you. I …

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11 FANTASTIC Things to Do in Moalboal, Cebu

things to do in Moalboal

In search of a spot in the Philippines with diving, beaches, waterfalls, and easy access, we ended up in the region of Moalboal on Cebu Island. The small tourist town of Panagsama Beach is a backpacker hamlet with a plethora of activities, dive shops, bars, restaurants, and a beautiful coastline. If you’re worried about staying …

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29 Fun Singapore Facts To Share With Your Friends

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Given its location in Southeast Asia and large world-class international airport, Singapore is a stop on many travelers’ itineraries. Before visiting, it’s best to educate yourself with a few fun Singapore facts – so you can impress Singaporeans. The skyscrapers, nightlife, cleanliness, and beautiful architecture make Singapore ideal for anyone to enjoy. Singapore is a …

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What to Wear in Japan? The ULTIMATE Japan Packing List

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We receive many questions from readers about what to pack for their trip to Japan. So, we set out to help our readers determine what to wear. After traveling around Japan for years, we’ve crafted a helpful packing list. It’s not a big deal if you’re struggling with what to pack for Japan. Our best …

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30 UNIQUE Things to Do in Osaka, Japan

Things to do in Osaka

Japan’s third-largest city is Osaka. The city is huge, with a population of over 2.5 million, and is bustling with plenty of things to see in Osaka. It isn’t always on the traditional Japanese tourist trail like Kyoto and Tokyo, but it is full of life and things to do. Osaka has plenty of great …

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31 Fun Facts About Japan You Should Know

Kyoto, Japan

After some interesting facts about Japan? Japan is a land of amazing culture, delicious food, unique sights, and plenty of history, but did you know that the name “Japan” is believed to come from the Chinese characters “日本” (pronounced Nihon or Nippon), which means “origin of the sun” or “sun’s origin” reflecting Japan’s location to …

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30 Japan Travel Tips To Know Before You Go

No country is more notable in its ability to provide culture shock than Japan. Thanks to its unique culture, world-class service, amazing food, polite people, and many activities, Japan is an amazing place to travel around. The country is endlessly fascinating and one of our favorite places to travel in the world. As first-time visitors …

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21 Things To Know BEFORE You Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery

How to Hike to Tigers Nest

Paro Taktshang, more commonly called Tiger’s Nest, is the most iconic image of Bhutan. While the monastery is easily the most popular thing to do in Bhutan and on every visitor’s bucket list, it doesn’t enjoy the instant recognition of other famous landmarks like Machu Picchu or the Eiffel Tower. It also isn’t as easily …

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36 BEST Places to Visit in Hong Kong

Best Places to Visit in Hong Kong

Looking for the best places to visit in Hong Kong? Hong Kong is a place like no other, and there are so many things to do there you’ll never get bored. With each new street brings something new and exciting. The food, the sights, the buildings and textures, make Hong Kong a must-visit destination. Here …

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What to Wear in the Maldives

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Are you wondering what to wear in the Maldives and looking for the ultimate Maldives packing list? We’ve taken a few trips to the country and consider it one of our favorite destinations for a holiday, especially if you’re after a tropical escape. Don’t worry if you are wondering what to wear in the Maldives …

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