Theme Parks Vs Revered Sites – Week Two in Japan!

The travel update describes the author's experiences during their trip to Japan, focusing on visits to Universal Studios Japan and notable Kyoto sights. Highlights include thrilling rides, sightseeing at temples, and unique dining experiences. The journey concludes with preparations for traveling to China, emphasizing cultural adjustments and anticipation for further adventures.

Flying Out to Japan – First Week!

The author chronicles a week-long trip through Japan, China, and Laos, detailing experiences in Melbourne, Yokohama, Kyoto, and Osaka. Highlights include exploring Sankeien Gardens, attending the Aoi Festival, visiting iconic sites like Osaka Castle, and enjoying the Bamboo Forest in Arashiyama. The journey emphasizes cultural immersion and scenic beauty.

Tower Rumble! Views from above!

As promised, following my visit to Melbourne’s Eureka Tower, today I present a ‘Tower Rumble’ looking at towers I have gone up myself and seeing which provided the best experience. There is nothing like going up a tower when you’re in a city – especially if it’s a new city, to see the layout of …

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First Taste – Kyoto

Well, not to start with a spoiler but, you know you’ve done well when you’re first taste of a country is your favourite place there five years later. And that’s Kyoto in a nutshell! I challenge anyone to visit and not simply love Kyoto. I flew into Kansai Airport. It’s on the coast and services …

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Seven on Sunday – High Towers of the World

Today’s post has come about because on my recent trip I went to two high towers to see the views in Sydney and Auckland. It’s always a fun thing to do when you arrive in a city, to find a high tower often purpose built for the views (along with communication reasons too), so here …

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Seven on Sunday – Reasons to Visit Japan

Today I’m heading to Japan, one of the most special travel experiences you can have IMO. And here are seven reasons to go! Kitsch, anime and Karaoke   Heading to Japan you will find yourself amazed, at least in the big cities (and especially in say Akihabara) by the love of all things bright, colourful …

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