G’day Folks! Hope this blog post finds you well. One of the most known districts of Tokyo is a place called ‘Akihabara’ or ‘Akiba’ for short, which a lot of people want to visit when they come, including myself. Akihabara is known for being the home of alternative Japanese culture, a centre for electronics, a …
Continue reading Akihabara Dreaming – What is a Maid Café Like?
The author reflects on their 2012 visit to Batam, Indonesia, recalling the Indonesian Rupiah notes found during a recent move. They express nostalgia for their travel diaries, noting the significant change in the exchange rate since 2012. The author shares their excitement about collecting currencies and appreciates the readers' interest.
Howdy all! One of the most interesting and even a little bit exciting things I did whilst in Tokyo this year was an ‘Early Morning Sumo Practice Tour’. I’ve never actually seen Sumo Wrestling live and I thought this would be something good to tick off the list when I visited Tokyo again, however there …
Continue reading How to Experience Sumo in Tokyo (when the Sumo is not on!)
In today's vlog, I visit my favorite restaurant in Korea, 'Geumseong Hall Directly Managed by City Hall,' renowned for its Korean BBQ. The experience highlights juicy Korean and American beef grilled right at the table, showcasing the restaurant's quality. Join me to discover this culinary delight!
The blog details a recent trip to Tokyo, highlighting its numerous attractions, particularly its temples. The Meiji Temple, Kanayama Jinja Shrine, Sogenji, Gotokuji, and Senso-ji are featured. Each offers unique experiences, from traditional rituals to fertility festivals, showcasing Japan's rich cultural heritage.
In this Seoul vlog, the host explores the city’s royal heritage by visiting the stunning Gyeongbokgung and Changgyeonggung Palaces, which are vibrant and bustling with cosplayers. Additionally, the trip includes a visit to Bukchon Hanok Village to experience traditional Korean houses, showcasing the rich culture of South Korea.
Howdy all. Yes it’s time for a ‘vanilla’ post for you. Just checking in here. Keep in mind that this was written a little while ago now, but nothing much is likely to have changed in that time I suspect. It is the middle of September and I have just moved. JUST. A new apartment, …
Exciting times as I do my first 'foodie vlog' here in Melbourne town and encounter a cuisine I haven't really tried before - Uyghur Cuisine from Western China/Central Asia. To make it extra special I am joined by none other that Urban Duniya's Tim Blight (YouTube Channel Here) as we dive in for noodles, meat …
Continue reading Pasta Khan Uyghur Cuisine – Andy’s Food Bites with Tim Blight!
Well folks, it’s time finally to wrap up the full story of my South East Asia trip from late last year by detailing my journey from Langkawi to home via Singapore! It was going to be an interesting journey home and not 100% smooth sailing. Firstly we had to make it to Singapore, overnight near …
Continue reading Singapore to Melbourne Journey: Hotel, Flights & Delays
G’day all. Yes, another review for you! Hope you are well on this day! Today’s hotel in question is the Park Avenue Changi Hotel. It’s a hotel not too far from Changi but not one that is actually at the airport, so it required transportation to get there. It does have a metro stop right …
Continue reading Accommodation Review – Park Avenue Changi Hotel
A Scottish island girl exploring the world on a budget
exposing the inner-world of my brain
My second blog page
Put pictures on your travel dreams
The beautiful picture of angels makes you happy.
inspiring journeys and friendly advice
A Scottish island girl exploring the world on a budget
exposing the inner-world of my brain
My second blog page
Put pictures on your travel dreams
The beautiful picture of angels makes you happy.
inspiring journeys and friendly advice
Andy's World Journeys 