Menbakaichidai is a small restaurant located in Kyoto’s Nijo Castle which serves the Fire experience that should not be missed. This is a perfect refuel stop at the end of the day as you can walk to this restaurant...
As humans, it’s lovely to see how we have come a long way. From War to Peace. From Hate to Love. From Barbarity to Humanity. And all of this, at a cost that we can never forget. The remembrances...
Kyoto serves as an antidote to the hectic and buzzing cityscape of Tokyo, which is only two hours away by bullet train. Tough the city remains steeped in Japanese cultural traditions, it does so with a generous sprinkling of...
One of the best places to socialise and mix with locals when you're abroad is at a local watering hole. A bar or pub is an excellent place to make new friends or to understand the people and their culture. However,...
People around the world have developed unique traditions of table manners and dining etiquette. Much like any other form of etiquette, it’s incredibly important to respect and follow these customs when you’re travelling abroad.
Dining abroad can often make people...
Hot springs and baths are a popular destination for wellness tourism and recreation. They have been used for centuries around the world as social and therapeutic spaces. While public bathing may not be so popular anymore there are still...
The world is full of stunning libraries, while we may have already looked at some of the most beautiful libraries around the world, there are plenty of others. Libraries are inviting cultural spaces, whether they are filled with gilded...
Reading a good book can transport you to another time and place, but so can a visit to one of the world many beautiful libraries. Filled with knowledge and splendour, just standing amidst these incredible books can be an...
Lots of people go on wine tours, travelling the world to sample the many different wines on offer. Even craft beers have their own form of tourism, yet few travel to taste alcohol around the world. While it is...