10 of my best-kept tips for travelling with older kids
We have travelled regularly with our daughters since they were babies. Back then a lot of trip planning went into packing nappy supplies, …
Juan tea ceremony workshop in Kyoto
Juan tea ceremony room in Kyoto offers workshops in English that offer an insight into the fascinating ritual and tradition of the matcha …
Dressing up in a kimono rental in Kyoto
Is there any better way to totally immerse yourself in the Japan travel experience, than by dressing up in a kimono rental …
Tokyo’s cat cafes – why we paid money to pat a kitty
Sitting on a sofa with a hot cup of tea and a biscuit, patting a cat…sounds just like a Sunday afternoon at home, …
10 things you need to know before visiting Japan for the first time
We’ve just returned from two weeks in Japan: a stunning, exciting, and at times, surprising country. Below is my list of 10 things you …
Memorable Moment: Hakone ryokan
Dateline: 23 June 2015 We had been looking forward to our first stay in a Japanese ryokan (guesthouse/inn) but weren’t really …
Memorable Moment: Sake in Tokyo
Dateline: 20 June 2015 On arrival at our Tokyo hotel, the reception staff said they offer ‘welcome’ green tea or sake. …
Queen Vic Market in Melbourne
Melbourne’s Queen Vic Market contains everything from meats, cheeses, fruit and vegetables, though to cosmetics, clothing and homewares, plus visitors can pick …
Going to the footy in Melbourne: a visitor’s guide
Watching an Australian rules football game is a must-do on any (autumn/winter) Melbourne itinerary. In this post I offer a visitor’s guide …
Free e-guide to creating memorable moments
Want to pack your next travel itinerary with opportunities to create memorable moments for years to come? I’ve written a 29-page guide …
