Author: ana@gnometrotting.com
Visiting Universal Studios Japan
One of the coolest ways to enjoy Japan is to visit a theme park. Though you may have visited Universal Studios in the United States, it’s probably not quite the same experience as visiting it in Japan. While visiting Universal Studios Japan can make for an incredible day, it can also be a massive disappointment…
Things to do in Fujikawaguchiko
Sitting on the serene and beautiful Lake Kawaguchiko, Fujikawaguchiko is one of Japan’s largest resort towns in the Fuji Five Lakes region. It’s also the easiest to get to, making it the best of the lake towns to visit if you want to explore the natural wonders at the foothills of Mount Fuji. Day trip…
Know before you go: Japan
Japan is one of the most wonderful countries in the world. It’s part futuristic and part traditional, and immersing yourself in the culture can be a life-changing experience. But for many foreigners, the local customs may be difficult to navigate. These are some helpful things to know before visiting Japan that will help you blend…
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Now that travel is back in full swing, I’m happy to bring you this deal to keep you connected to great walking itineraries on your trips. As you know, I partner with GPSmyCity to turn my articles and guides into GPS-guided apps that you can take with you on trips. GPSmyCity guides are available on…
The travel fuck-it list: travel experiences NOT to do before you die
Everyone is familiar with the bucket list – all the destinations to visit and experiences to have before you kick the bucket. But there’s a growing backlash to living your life based on a check list, collecting experiences like Pokemon cards. More and more people are embracing the fact that doing things “just to say…
Essential tips for Japan travel planning
Though I usually prefer to go with the flow when I travel – exploring a new place without a rigid plan – traveling to Japan without planning ahead can be costly at best and significantly impact your enjoyment at worse. If you’re traveling almost an entire day to get there and you have limited time…
