Seeing a baseball game at Tokyo Dome
We’re not huge sports fans, but I had been told that seeing a baseball game at Tokyo Dome was a highly recommended …
A sample 13 day Japan itinerary for first-time visitors
One of the trickiest things for do-it-yourself travel planners to work out, especially when visiting a destination for the first time, is how …
Hakone Open-Air Museum
The Hakone Open-Air Museum at Hakone in Japan was created in 1969 as an outdoor sculpture museum set within the picturesque surrounds of …
The lowdown on onsen etiquette
Onsen are communal baths filled with water from the many hot springs found across the volcanic island of Japan. Experiencing an onsen …
Our experience at Fukuzumiro Ryokan in Hakone
Staying in a ryokan is a uniquely Japanese experience, so it was top of my wish list when drawing up our itinerary …
Are Australian beaches safe?
Australia is blessed with some of the most beautiful beaches in the world…and the fabulous weather to enjoy them. But there’s more …
Up to my neck in coffee at Yunessun Spa Resort in Hakone
Long-time readers of this blog know that soaking up to my neck in hot water is my happy place. But why restrict …
You can tell a lot about Fairlie, from Fairlie’s travel handbag
When the family is out and about on foreign lands, someone needs to be prepared. And in our family’s case, it’s me …
Geisha spotting in Kyoto – a night walking tour of Gion
We had a glimpse into the intriguing world of geisha on this night walking tour of Gion, where we hunted, stalked, spotted …
The sisterhood of the travelling…bloggers
“Sisterhood of the World Bloggers Award recognizes the unique voices of women bloggers around the world.” Who’s read the book (or watched …
