There’s no one-right-way to construct a Matsumoto itinerary—and no correct number of days to spend here.
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The World’s Most Spectacular Flower Garden
Is the National Orchid Garden worth it? Absolutely—and then some.
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Why Singapore Trumps KL
For a long time, I was agnostic about both Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.
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The Truth About Kuala Lumpur
How many days in Kuala Lumpur you spend relates directly to how much you’ll enjoy your trip (or not).
Continue ReadingWill Asia’s Real World City Please Stand Up?
Hong Kong was “Asia’s World City,” until it wasn’t.
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Chasing Chimeras
Everything that can decay is decaying, including me.
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Pagodas and Proof of Life
Eventually, the weight of the present will no longer crush you.
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The Loneliest Paradise
Raja Ampat is far, even if you start your journey toward it from within Indonesia.
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Does Korea Start and End in Seoul?
I love both of these cities equally—I’m not going to take a side.
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Ryokans vs. Onsens
One question I often get, however, tends to confuse even experienced Japan travelers: Are onsens and ryokans the same thing?
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