What Are You Waiting For?
As we’re all at home, praying hard that the global pandemic situation will improve, the only traveling we can really do now is through others’ stories and our own memories. Here’s a short story about a little misadventure back from my solo travels in the colorful city of Lisbon, Portugal. This post, “What Are You Waiting For?” was my original submission to World Nomads in … Continue reading What Are You Waiting For?
A Quick First-Timer’s Guide to Tokyo (Part 2)
There’s no lack of things to do in a city as large and vibrant as Tokyo. Whether it’s your first time in the city or your tenth time, there’s bound to be something new to discover. For part 2 of A Quick First-Timer’s Guide to Tokyo, here are 11 more things to do in Tokyo after making your way through the iconic must-visit neighborhoods of … Continue reading A Quick First-Timer’s Guide to Tokyo (Part 2)
8 Fun Things to Do in Miyajima
This post was originally written by me for TripZilla and is posted here as a backup. Click here to see more of my articles! Miyajima, also known as Itsukushima, is a small island in western Japan. At less than an hour away from the city of Hiroshima by public transport, Miyajima is the perfect day trip. Despite its relatively small size, the island is packed with … Continue reading 8 Fun Things to Do in Miyajima
A Quick First-Timer’s Guide to Tokyo (Part 1)
Tokyo is undoubtedly one of my favorite cities I’ve been to, and for many, it needs little introduction. Steeped in tradition yet at the forefront of modern technology, there’s an electric energy in the air that makes you feel like anything’s possible in the city. I’ve found the people to be incredibly kind and helpful, and the efficiency at which everything runs is jaw-dropping. It’s … Continue reading A Quick First-Timer’s Guide to Tokyo (Part 1)
In Search of Mt Fuji from Lake Kawaguchiko
Standing at 3776 meters, Mount Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan, and one of its most iconic symbols. Seeing Mt Fuji in person has been on my bucket list for a long time. Somehow Mt Fuji always seemed too far away the previous times I visited Japan, or other things on the itinerary were of higher priority, so I really wanted to make a … Continue reading In Search of Mt Fuji from Lake Kawaguchiko
Staying in the Coolest Capsule Hotel in Tokyo, Japan
When you think of capsule hotels, what comes to mind might be a tiny, cramped and uncomfortable space shared with dozens of other weary salarymen who’ve missed the last train back. Not exactly the kind of place you’d dream of staying at while on vacation, right? But in Japan, where this concept originated, some capsule hotels aren’t just budget-friendly, they’re also a uniquely Japanese and … Continue reading Staying in the Coolest Capsule Hotel in Tokyo, Japan
5 Beautiful Video Games for a Quick Wanderlust Fix
Ever feel like you’re trapped in an endless routine, bogged down with too many responsibilities and no way to break free? Who am I kidding, that’s reality for most of us. You’re standing in the train in the peak hour crowd, trying to hold on for dear life and uncomfortably squashed on all sides, wishing you could head straight to the airport and get tickets … Continue reading 5 Beautiful Video Games for a Quick Wanderlust Fix
Krakow’s Wieliczka Salt Mine: Journey to the Center of the Earth (Almost)
With every step, we descended deeper underground, not quite sure of what we’d find at the end of this very long wooden staircase. After a long, overnight journey by coach from Budapest, we’d finally arrived in Krakow, and this was our first stop after depositing our luggage. To be honest, I wasn’t expecting much until we were about 64m underground, less than halfway into the … Continue reading Krakow’s Wieliczka Salt Mine: Journey to the Center of the Earth (Almost)
Stranded in Japan: The Long Walk Back
The sun had long set, and the three of us were the only ones on the road in the middle of nowhere. The eerie silence, broken only by the sound of the occasional car whizzing past in the darkness, was unnerving. The narrow path ahead and behind us was empty, and with each minute that went by, the night grew darker still. Hearts pounding, we … Continue reading Stranded in Japan: The Long Walk Back
The 15 Little Things You Miss About Paris
You never forget how a city makes you feel, especially when that city is as dynamic and bursting with life as Paris. It’s been a year and a half since I’ve returned, and even though I only spent less than half a year there, I still miss it deeply. It’s strange how the grass is always greener on the other side – after a couple … Continue reading The 15 Little Things You Miss About Paris