Kyoto was built in 794 AD and served as the capital of Japan until WWII. The ancient city was spared during the war, and much of its 1,000-year history is still on display. Kyoto has such a great wealth of cultural attractions that one could spend a month there and still not see them all. […]
Destinations
Fun Things to Do and Eat in Osaka, Japan
Osaka is quirky, colorful, and loud, like a Japanese game show come to life. (If you haven’t watched one, head over to YouTube to see what you’re missing.) Osaka is also Japan’s reigning food capital, making it an awesome destination for first-time visitors. This Osaka travel and food guide provides an introduction to some of […]
Two Weeks in Japan: An Itinerary for First Timers
Japan is one of my favorite countries in the world. It has so much to offer, from delicious cuisine and atmospheric temples to some of the nicest people you will meet. If you are visiting for the first time, you will need at least two weeks in Japan to do it justice. And if you […]
Toledo, Spain: The City of Three Cultures
Over the course of its 2,000-year history, Toledo has been ruled by Romans, Visigoths, Moors, and Castilians. Jews settled in Toledo during the Middle Ages and thrived under the religious tolerance of the Moors. Muslims, Jews, and Christians coexisted openly during this surprisingly harmonious era, and traces of each religion can still be found among […]
Fun and Interesting Things to Do in Madrid
Madrid doesn’t seem to get the same amount of fanfare as other Spanish cities like Barcelona and Seville, but I think it’s a great place to explore. There are heaps of interesting things to do in Madrid and I tried to check out as many as I could, while still soaking up the laid-back Spanish […]