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Kusatsu Onsen in Winter - A Quiet Overnight Stay
Known for its powerful hot springs, Kusatsu Onsen reveals a gentler side in winter. Staying overnight allowed us to experience the town beyond the crowds, where snow, steam, and silence shaped some of our most memorable moments.
Shiobara Onsen: Suspension Bridges, River Walks, and Soothing Footbaths
Japan is filled with iconic destinations, but the most memorable places are often the quiet ones. During a winter day trip from Tokyo, we found Shiobara Onsen, where suspension bridges, riverside walks, and soothing footbaths set a slower, more reflective pace
Tazawako: Discovering the Allure of Onsens and Scenic Vistas
When visiting a country as beautiful and so popular with tourists such as Japan it is often difficult to find places that are not already swarming with visitors. Well, we’re happy to report that we came across one such place on our last visit to Japan.
Rainy Day at Kam Tin
This time we were on a mission to find things to do in Kam Tin on a rainy day and meet our target of daily 10k steps. While trying new things to do in Hong Kong, we bumped into this creative neighborhood. It has a lot to offer. Here is our list of top 5 things to do in Kam Tin village.
Hong Kong’s Uninhabited Island - Tung Lung Chau
Looking for a perfect weekend trip in Hong Kong, look no further and head to Hong Kong’s most uninhabited island known as Tung Lung Chau. This island had something for everyone!
Shipping Containers Turn into a Shopping Mall
Thinking out of the box, this revitalised shopping mall in Sham Shui Po district is all made of shipping containers stacked upon one another.
Tsing Yi Nature Trails
Another hidden gem is the Tsing Yi Nature Trails hike, giving you a closer look at the magnificent Tsing Ma Bridge. It is an easy and doable hike for all age groups.
Kowloon Walled City
Once known as the city of darkness, now it is transformed into a beautiful, historical park situated in Kowloon city. One of the best spots to visit during the summer months in Hong Kong.
Shek O Coastal Walk
If you want to experience a scenic coastal walk and the gushing sound of waves away from the city’s hustle-bustle, this is a perfect hike that you can combine with your day trip to Shek O beach.
Top 5 things to do in Hakodate
Hakodate (函館) is Hokkaido's third-largest city, and is best known for the spectacular views from Mount Hakodate. There is more to this port city. Here are our top 5 recommendations plus 2 bonus things to do in one day in Hakodate.
Hakodate’s Star Shaped Fort - Cherry Blossom festival
A unique star-shaped fortress in Hakodate city on Hokkaido island is a must-visit place to witness over 1500 cherry blossom trees blooming during spring.
Finding art in unexpected places in HK - Shutter art in Sham Shui Po
You will find creativity in Hong Kong everywhere you look and don't look. Yesterday we found such art pieces in unusual places in Hong Kong. Let's explore the 'Shutter Art' walk-through in Sham Shui Po district, Hong Kong.
Hirosaki Park and Castle - Cherry Blossom festival
Hirosaki Park in Aomori prefecture is one of the most popular spots to view the cherry blossoms in Japan. “Hirosaki Sakura Matsuri ”, the cherry blossom festival, is held from late April to early May (around the golden week holidays in Japan) at Hirosaki Park every year.
Thousand Islands Lake, Tai Lam Chung Reservoir hike
Hiking to countless small islands view also commonly referred to as 'Thousand Islands lake' is a reservoir in Tai Lam Country Park in Hong Kong.
Ho Pui Reservoir and Family Walk
Family-friendly hike of Ho Pui Reservoir with a bonus of a small bamboo forest grove, which will remind you of Arashiyama bamboo forest in Japan.
Hiking on Sharp Island - Hap Mun Bay to Kiu Tsui
Looking for a quick and picturesque hike, try this hike whose starting point is just 15 mins Kaito ride from Sai Kung pier.
Art Lane in Hong Kong
Wondering where to find the best street art in Hong Kong, head to Sai Ying Pun’s ARTLANE where some local and international artists have transformed this place into a little mural village.
Hike to Kai Shan
Kai Shan (髻山) is a hill in Wang Chau, near Yuen Long in the New Territories of Hong Kong. If you are looking for an easy and scenic hike, this hike is a perfect combination of both.
Lamma Island Family Walk Trail
Lamma Island is the third largest island in Hong Kong. Today we are going to hike from Sok Kwu Wan, the east side of Lamma to Yung Shue Wan, the north side of Lamma. Interesting fact, everything didn’t go as we planned initially - we started this hike twice!
Street art in Sai Kung
Aside from being a gateway to some of Hong Kong’s best outdoors, Sai Kung town also gives you a glimpse of what the street art scene has to offer here. We show you around the best art pieces scattered around Sai Kung and tell you how to see them for yourself.