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Ryokan in Hakone with private onsen – the 7 best of 2022
Staying in a ryokan with private onsen in Gora, Hakone, was one of the best experiences we had in Japan. There’s subtle luxury, traditional Japanese hospitality and culture, incredibly tasty food (kaiseki is something else when you’re in a ryokan)… there are just so many things that I loved about our experience! Whenever someone mentions wanting to go to Japan,…
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The ultimate Patagonia itinerary that will knock your socks off (and maybe your hat as well)
Jagged mountains, howling wind and the raw beauty of nature – that is Patagonia. This amazing part of the South American continent is one of the most scarcely populated, one of the windiest, and easily one of the most beautiful regions in the world. Our Patagonia 10 day itinerary takes you through the most interesting parts of Chilean and Argentinian…
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Where to stay in Tokyo for your first trip: best areas and hotels
It’s not easy to figure out where to stay in Tokyo for your first trip. The place is HUGE! And there are so many interesting things to do all over it! When we were planning our first trip to Japan and to Tokyo, we felt just as overwhelmed as you when researching the best places to stay. So, we completely…
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Different ways of traveling to your destination – popular and unexpected
When you’ve chosen a place you want to go to, maybe you’ve even checked out some things to do there and where you’d like to stay. But now it’s time to figure out a way of traveling to your destination. There are so many different ways to travel that you can get confused of which one is the best. Of…
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Baby moon: what is it, where to go, and how to plan it
Are you planning a baby moon? Well, first of all – Woohoo! You’re going to have a baby! Congratulations! Second, let me help you with planning your perfect babymoon! We took a bunch of trips all through my pregnancy with Emma, so I’ve experienced first-hand how it affects travelling. What is a babymoon? Well, first of all, let’s make sure…
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Studying while travelling – 9 tips from a travelling student
Studying while travelling is actually not that hard. Of course, it’s easier to do if you’re attending an online school, since it’s possible then to study wherever. But even if you’re attending a “normal” school or university, it’s not impossible. It just involves a bit more planning and quite a lot of self-control. If you love travelling as much as…
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Planning a vacation: 15 step travel planning guide
Planning a vacation is not the easiest thing to do in the world. When you think about it, there are so many things you need to do! And all of the steps seem to be important. So, what goes first – do you think of where to go? Or get your vacation approved? But what if you can’t get it?…
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Getting around on vacation: how to decide which way is best?
Choosing the perfect kind of transportation to use on your vacation is no joke. Here I mean getting around at your destination, not getting to it. Just so you know. There are just so many ways of getting around to choose from, and each of them has its pros and cons! Do you want to have almost complete control of…
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Serviced apartments vs hotels: which is best for your trip?
You’re planning your trip, found your destination and have a rough itinerary in mind, and then it’s time to find accommodation. And that’s where there’s another choice to be made – serviced apartments vs hotels! It’s not easy, because both of them have their pros and cons. No one can tell you that “this is the better choice” – it…
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Travel stocking stuffers: 19 favourites
Travellers are not exactly known for liking big and bulky gifts. They are people who’d rather choose something small and useful – that is to say, things that make the perfect travel stocking stuffers. Whether you’re looking for the best travel stocking stuffers or just small travel gifts, there are some things that you should keep in mind. First, the…
