We had been living in Barcelona since November, and by early spring the idea of a road trip had begun to take shape. Having access to a car made it feel easy in a…

After several days immersed in Kyoto’s temples and neighbourhoods, we decided to take a short day trip to Nara, Japan’s first permanent capital. Just under an hour away by train, Nara offers a remarkable…

After two days exploring Higashiyama (both the Northern and Southern areas), we dedicated our next day in Kyoto to the western hills. Arashiyama and the Sagano area offer a very different side of the…

After spending a quiet day exploring the temples and gardens of Northern Higashiyama, we turned our attention south to another side of Kyoto. While the northern district felt secluded and contemplative, Southern Higashiyama revealed…

After two lively days in Osaka, we picked up our luggage from the hotel, took the train from Shin-Osaka Station to Kyoto Station, and then took a short taxi to our hotel. Kyoto immediately…

After a few days exploring Hakone, it was time to move on to Osaka. We took the Romancecar to Odawara Station, where the station’s many bento stalls caught our attention. The sheer variety was…

After a full day immersed in the historic heart of Istanbul, we were ready to explore more of the city’s rich layers, from Byzantine treasures to lively streets and waterfront views. Hagia Sophia, Archaeology,…

After a great day at Tokyo DisneySea, we left early the next morning from Shinjuku Station to Hakone-Yumoto Station. The train ride out of Tokyo felt like slipping into another world. Skyscrapers and highways…

We arrived at Tokyo DisneySea on Halloween, and the park was buzzing with extra excitement. Lining up before opening, we could see families, couples, and groups of friends all dressed in costumes or carrying…

After two full days exploring Harajuku, Shinjuku, Asakusa, and Omotesandō, we dedicated the next couple of days to the heart of Tokyo. This part of the city blends history, tradition, and the pulse of…