The 2017 hurricane season has officially begun, and while most of us are probably guilty of waiting until the last minute to prepare for inclement weather, experts agree that individuals and families should always be ready, no matter what time of year it is. Having a plan in place before severe weather strikes will make …
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Japan is a paradise for consumers. Lots and lots of choice- and odd choice to boot. Let’s explore some of the many trinkets and shiny things which capture the visitor’s attention and subtly remind you that you’re going to need your smartphone in full fettle to capture the many magical moments that await on your …
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If you are lucky enough to get the option to fly into Haneda Airport (over Narita) then take it if you wish to land in Tokyo in style & ease. Known also as Tokyo International Airport, Haneda is a mere 14 kms from Tokyo Station and while transport options are limited (but excellent!) you can …
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Narita Airport or Tokyo Narita Airport is the hub for half of all airline passenger traffic in Japan and for many visitors their first (and last!) introduction to the zany but alluring world of Japan. This blogger takes you on a wild dance through Terminals 1, 2 & 3 – an energy-sapping nine hour tour …
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Knowing the rules in Japan can be back-breaking work so straighten your posture and listen up- we’re here to help! Japan has a myriad of etiquette rules. As a foreigner you are expected to embarrass yourself at some point but if you really want to get down with the locals then here are some tips. …
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It’s 2017 and Japan is open for business and in the midst of a historic tourism boom. 164 years ago it was different- no foreigner or Japanese for that matter could enter or leave the country on penalty of death. Today, by and large, tourists are welcomed, though they do ask a lot of annoying …
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My parents are not adventurous eaters. Growing up, my family lived off of the same true-blue American dinners every week – mac and cheese, lasagna, burgers that my dad cooked on his trusty old grill in the backyard. My mother brought us up on the two staple fruits: apples and bananas. Grapes were an exotic …
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There is something magical about the “The Happiest Place On Earth.” It’s hard not to feel the giddiness of childhood reemerge when you walk through those famous park gates and enter into the House of Mouse. Tunes such as “It’s a Small World After All” and “Whistle While You Work” blare happily through the lively …
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European destinations exude romance, style and history. It’s no wonder couples flock to Europe year after year for their holiday regardless of the occasion. There’s just something so different about catching a sunset on the Mediterranean, or taking a picnic lunch to stare at the Eiffel Tower. Whatever the adventure, it’s always nice to have …
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Ahh. The Alps. Nothing says ski resorts and fresh snow like the Swiss Alps. The looming mountain range plays an integral backdrop to many of the country’s best destinations, making for one hell of a photo. But that’s not all the mountains are good for. Thousands flock to Switzerland each year to have a go …
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