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I’ve never been a fan of textbook-style history, full of names and dates. That’s why, when I travel, I love to meet people who make that dry version of history come to...
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Kanazawa is the capital of Ishikawa Prefecture in Japan, known for its well-preserved Edo-era districts, art museums, and traditional crafts.
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May is a month of opportunity. Foliage is blooming and temperatures rising in so many places, but crowds are not yet at their peak: Vacations for families ruled by school-break weeks have...
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Home » ASIA » Now, Indonesia Stands with Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Japan in Supercharging Record Tourism Growth and Revenue for Great Economic Impact, Here’s the New Update for You Monday,...
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A new way to enjoy ekiben on the Shinkansen. In March last year, it became possible to travel from Tokyo to Fukui without changing trains, thanks to the opening of the Hokuriku...
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There’s a scam going around that every traveler should know about: Fraudsters are posing as airlines or airline-focused travel agencies, booking real flights, charging hefty extra fees that they often falsely claim...
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So you’ve got a window of time in March when you can travel, and you have no idea where to go. Not to worry: Your fellow travelers are here to help you...
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From trend reports to travel blogs, Japan has slid into the mainstream for travelers across the world. The country’s rise in popularity comes as no surprise—Japan offers a near-perfect trifecta for adventurers....
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The hottest revival trend in travel for 2025?That would be "fun," according to National Geographic editor-in-chief Nathan Lump, who spoke exclusively to CNN ahead of the Tuesday reveal of Best of the...
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Next stop, the Spud State? National Geographic has published its annual list of “Best of the World” travel destinations for 2025 — and it’ll have you jetting everywhere from obscure Indonesian islands to...
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Avid travelers are always dreaming about the next trip, whether it’s an idyllic family vacation in the Caribbean, a romantic couples trip to Paris, or an immersive culinary tour in Japan. A...
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Japan is cool, modern and traditional. And … cheap? That is what Hannah Kirshner found to her surprise. We are talking about buying property. The young American writer and food stylist has...
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Have you heard of my WOW Moments project? “Wendy’s WOW Moments” are surprise insider experiences that help make a trip extraordinary. WOW List travelers earn them by submitting reviews of their trips....
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This is Asia’s moment. As one of the last regions to open after Covid, Asia hasn’t yet seen the tourist crowds that you’ll find once again in Europe. Our travelers were among...
This article looks at the 15 best places to retire in Japan. If you wish to skip our detailed analysis of how Japan's economic resurgence is a beacon of opportunity, you can...
