Whether it's a two-day city break or four weeks on the other side of the world, the following checklist has been very useful in planning any

Meiji Jingu is a Shinto Shrine established in 1920, dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his wife, Empress Shoken.

Ueno Zoo is Japan's oldest modern zoo. It was founded in 1882 and it houses 3000 animals from 300 different species.

Senso-ji is Tokyo's oldest temple. It was built in 645 and it is a Buddhist Temple dedicated to Kannon, the Bodhisattva of compassion.

Tokyo, the vibrant capital of Japan is a fascinating city where the modern is effortlessly blended with the traditional.

Osaka is Japan's third-biggest city. Located in the Kansai region of Honshu - Japan's main island, it served as the Imperial Capital

Home to the Distillery with the same name, Oban is a small town in the Argyll and Bute region of Scotland.

Just off the West coast of Mainland Scotland, you can find the Isle of Mull.

Day trip to London itinerary: The Monument, St Dunstan in the East, Leadenhall Market, London Wall, Tower of London and HMS Belfast

Shoshazan Engyoji Temple is an absolutely wonderful place and a must-see while visiting Japan. Located on Mount Shosha, on the outskirts of

Visiting the Suntory Yamazaki Whisky Museum was an amazing experience. I highly recommend it whether you love whisky, want to learn more abo

A beautiful city located south of Kyoto, Nara was the capital of Japan from 710 to 794. In this ancient city, you can find World Heritage

An interesting dram, very light, a bit on the sweet side, citrusy, with a medium body and a dry finish.

Located in the Fushimi District of Kyoto, Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum offers a wealth of information about the history of Gekkeikan Brewery, the brewing process and tools used and a small tasting/sampling area at the end of your tour. How to get there From Kyoto Station, you can take the Kintetsu Kyoto Line for 15 minutes to Momoyamagoryo-Mae Station (7 stops), after which there is a 10 min walk. As I'm writing this (2023), it costs 300 yen one way. Another option from Kyot

A day trip to Himeji Castle from Kyoto is 100% worth it. Here's why:

A Day Trip from Tokyo to see Mount Fuji from Arakurayama Sengen Park and Lake Kawaguchi

Kamakura is a charming coastal city in Kanagawa Prefecture, approximately 35 miles from Tokyo. It used to serve as the capital of Japan duri

I went on a month-long trip to Japan, in the middle of Sakura Season, focusing mainly on Tokyo and Kyoto, with scattered Day Trips

Nami or Namiseom is a man-made island, located 63km northeast of Seoul. It was formed in 1944 due to the Cheongpyeong Dam being built when

In Edinburgh, you are definitely spoilt for choice when it comes to cafes, restaurants and bars and I'm pretty sure you can find anything to