Kawachi Fuji Gardens in Kitakyushu, Japan ( 5 hours from Tokyo, if you take the Nozomi high speed train) is where you will find this pastel-colored fairytale tunnel. The gardens are home to about 150 Wisteria flowering plants spanning 20 different species (white, blue, purple, violet-blue and pink). This is…
Even though the Gardens of Marqueyssac in France have a unique appearance and atmosphere, I couldn’t help correlate the feel of this place with that of Villa D’Este. When choosing between a natural landscape and a man-made environment, I would normally have no difficulties. Pristine places equal total domination. Wrapped…
Set among the rolling hills and vineyards of southern Transylvania, Biertan is one of Romania’s best-preserved medieval Saxon settlements. Its fortified church rises above a village of narrow streets, tall gabled houses and large wooden gates, while orchards, fields and old vineyards stretch into the surrounding landscape. Today, Biertan is…
Living with giraffes may seem uncommon for some of us weary travelers, but for the guests at Giraffe Manor hotel in Nairobi, Kenya, sharing breakfast with these pretty creatures is as natural as it gets. This interaction left us speechless and we marked the experience as a “must” on our…
Have you ever returned from vacation feeling like you need another vacation? You rushed through museums, queued for attractions, answered work messages, took hundreds of photos—and somehow came home more exhausted than when you left. You’re not alone. Around the world, travelers are quietly rejecting packed itineraries and overstimulating destinations…
Imagine walking through a town where you’re encouraged to pick apples from the sidewalk, harvest herbs from the train station, or take vegetables growing outside the police station. For free. It sounds impossible, yet one English town has been doing exactly that for more than 15 years. In the quaint…
New perspectives are always a part of the seemingly almighty traveling experience. Without taking things lightly, these breathtaking skywalks and viewing platforms around the world will give you a genuine feel of what it’s like to be “walking on sunshine”. Just imagine speed running up a mountain (unfortunately some of…
Dear Traveler, Among the many treasures the south of Italy offers us, wanderers, there is a place blessed with such beauty, that it is said it will change you forever should you find your way upon its glorious cliffs. A dwelling of light and beauty, Anacapri sits on the higher…
Imagine strolling through a sunlit Lisbon alley, walls alive with intricate blue-and-white patterns telling stories of voyages and saints. These are Portugal’s beloved azulejos – the glazed ceramic tiles that adorn everything from grand cathedrals to humble tavern walls. In this travelogue, we delve into the history of azulejos (including…
Dear Traveler, Should your journey take you exploring the sunny hillsides of Tuscany, you will find among its treasures the beautiful city of Cortona. Situated in the heart of Italy, this ancient Etruscan dwelling offers you all its charm and diversity. Great food, stunning masterpieces, archeological artifacts, panoramic views, and…
