Welcome to part 2 of 2 of the latest guest-post series on Tokyo’s dining scene from the team at AutoReserve, the no. 1 site for restaurant reservations in Japan (read part 1 on Tokyo cafés here, and their earlier guest post on sukiyaki restaurants in Osaka here). In this post, you’ll discover a handy guide to … More Guest post: 11 must-try restaurants in Tokyo (& their signature dishes)
Welcome to part 1 of a 2-part series on the Tokyo dining scene from the wonderful team at AutoReserve, the no. 1 site for restaurant reservations in Japan (read part 2 on must-try Tokyo restaurants here). They have also previously written a guest post on sukiyaki restaurants in Osaka. In this post, you’ll discover a handy … More Guest post: 11 Tokyo cafés recommended by local experts
If you’re planning a trip to Chengdu to visit the Giant Panda Research Base, I first need to congratulate you on making a fabulous choice! Because not only is Chengdu a beautiful, leafy city with plenty of other things to see and do; its synonymity with giant pandas is legendary. The temperate bamboo forests of … More My guide to visiting the Giant Panda Research Base in Chengdu
Got a layover in Singapore and wondering about fun things to see at Changi Airport while you pass the time? Look no further. Changi is routinely voted the world’s best airport, and it’s not hard to see why. Not only is it an efficient, highly functional, spotlessly clean facility, but it has also gone to … More Layover in Singapore? 7 fun things to see at Changi Airport (without clearing immigration)
If you’ve followed my blog or Instagram account for a while, you’ll know how much I love Japan, and Osaka in particular. For those who have never visited that city before, there are definitely a few must-see main attractions I recommend checking out. Beyond those, however, there is also ‘underrated Osaka’ – the sights that … More Underrated Osaka: 10 lesser known attractions & hidden gems
Osaka is one of my favourite cities on earth. I have visited three times now, and, every time I go, I always find new little pockets to explore. Obviously, if it’s your first time there, you’ll want to see all the main sites, like I did – and I absolutely encourage you to do so! … More Alternative Osaka: 7 cool, underrated areas to explore
It is no exaggeration to say that Angkor Wat is one of the most stunning places I have ever visited. While not officially named one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World, it was a finalist – and it absolutely deserves to be right up there. Cambodia is a wonderful travel destination that is … More Angkor Wat guide: What to know before visiting
The capital of the fascinating Kansai region, Osaka is an excellent place to base yourself on any trip to the Land of the Rising Sun. It is Japan’s third largest city, and is serviced by most major airlines via its newly refurbished Kansai International Airport, one of the country’s largest aviation hubs after Tokyo’s two … More 6 day trips from Osaka worth considering
For most people visiting Japan, especially if it’s for the first time, the famous Golden Route (Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka) will likely be their first priority. And rightly so. With its rich culture, diverse landscapes and pulsating urban centres, Japan is of course much more than those three cities. But there’s no denying they are probably … More Can you do a day trip to Tokyo from Osaka?
China is an utterly fascinating travel destination, with so much to offer in terms of history, culture, landscapes.. the list goes on. If you’ve considered visiting (or have visited) in the past, the first ports of call will likely be Shanghai and Beijing, the country’s flagship cities. And understandably so. They were mine too. But … More 8 recommended things to see in Chengdu
