Before we move on to Mt Fuji I want to describe our evening that can only be described as slowing down in Japan. Japan is a country that constantly balances…
After an unforgettable day in Kanazawa, it was time to trade coastal charm for mountain serenity. But first take a look at our hotel room:) While most of the rooms…
We really like the breakfast at The Kyoto Chapter, so convenient and friendly. A quick stop at Starbuck’s we packed up our room and made way for Kanazawa, Japan. Uber…
Today, we traded temple bells for the rustle of bamboo, the call of wild monkeys, and the gentle flow of the Katsura River. It was time to explore Arashiyama, one of…
Started the day with a friendly breakfast in our hotel, The Chapter Kyoto A Tribute Portfolio, that we would recommend staying. A quick stroll down a beautifully cheery bloom lined…
Spring transforms Kyoto into a breathtaking canvas of pink and white as cherry blossoms, or sakura, bloom across the city. This fleeting season, celebrated through hanami (flower viewing), draws visitors from around the…
lInitially we wanted to break our trip into two segments, SEA-HNL, stay the night and enjoy some sun and relaxation before moving on the next day with our second leg,…
Early morning flight our of Athens, we arrive in the center of the island, beaches to the south and our cave (our lodging) to the north. Without a rental car…
Early morning roller board pull to the train station we took the first train to Pisa on our open 2nd class tickets. Quiet quick ride, we store our bags at…
Early morning rising, clean up the apartment overlooking the market square, then taxi to our rental car office. Not sure if it was being hurried, halfway through our European vacation…