My trip to Australia was 20 years in the making – I hope these pictures inspire you not to wait that long.
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30 Pictures That Will Make You Want to Visit Thailand
Today’s post, which showcases my favorite photos I’ve taken over the course of my six trips to Thailand, also sheds light on the more personal reasons I love the Kingdom so much.
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30 Pictures That Will Make You Want to Visit Italy
Whether you’ve been there zero times or zillions of times, I know you’ll enjoy these amazing photos of Italy, coupled with ideas on things to do in each of the country’s incredible regions.
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The Big Problem With Internet and Phones in Japan
The bad news? Foreigners cannot buy SIM cards in Japan. The good news? There’s a workaround.
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30 Pictures That Will Make You Want to Visit South Africa
No matter where you stand on South Africa, these pictures are sure to inspire you to take a trip there.
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You’ll Never Believe the Prices in Japan
With intelligent planning—and a little bit of restraint—you can travel in Japan without going broke.
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30 Pictures That Will Make You Want to Visit Japan
If you aren’t yet planning your own trip to the Land of the Rising Sun, I hope these photos inspire you to take the next plane to Tokyo.
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How to Time Travel from Tokyo
Nikko is just a short trip away from Tokyo, geographically, but it feels like going back in time several centuries.
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Me, the Mountains and a Dozen Nude Japanese Men
My past three weeks in Japan have been extraordinary, no doubt, but they’ve also been extraordinarily exhausting. So naturally, I had to cap them off in a place known for extraordinary relaxation!
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Monkeying Around in the Japanese Alps
Seeing Japan’s snow monkeys reminded me of the time another traveler (the one who first informed me of their existence, no less) made a monkey out of me.
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Are Japan’s “Animal Islands” All They’re Cracked Up to Be?
I found both of Japan’s animal islands more disappointing than the majority of other bloggers.
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Exploring the Land of Princess Mononoke
Yakushima differs profoundly from everywhere else I’ve seen in Japan, yet I can’t help but wonder if the spirits of its ancient forests transformed me in a deeper way.
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The Saddest Thing About Hiroshima
Terrible events happened in Hiroshima, but the saddest thing about the city is how disappointing it is as a destination.
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Yes, Japan Has a Desert—and Yes, It’s Amazing
Japan is the ultimate land of contrasts, so it should come as no surprise when an arid desert randomly appears out of nowhere along its heavily-wooded northern coast.
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Memoirs of a Gaysha
Kyoto is about carving your own path through the history, heritage and chaos, not following the established tourist trail.
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How Many Days Should You Spend in Tokyo?
As a traveler (and a travel blogger), I’m always reevaluating and recalibrating my stances—the topic of how many days in Tokyo you should spend is no exception.
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