Category: Trains

  • Things to do in Fujikawaguchiko

    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

    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…

  • The travel fuck-it list: travel experiences NOT to do before you die

    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

    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…

  • Visiting Hallstatt in Austria

    Visiting Hallstatt in Austria

    Hallstatt is a picturesque lake-side village in Austria that has become so popular that the Chinese created a replica of it. Nestled in the Salzkammergut Mountains, Hallstatt is a stunning natural escape for those who prefer mountains and lakes to art museums and skyscrapers. Visiting Hallstatt can be complicated, which is why many people go…

  • 50 tips for your first trip to Europe

    50 tips for your first trip to Europe

    For Americans or other tourists traveling to Europe for the first time, a lot of aspects of local life may be new or confusing. There are many intricacies when it comes to navigating restaurant dining, transportation, and other experiences that you’d probably be well to study up on in advance. The better informed you are…