Last updated on July 4th, 2021I love hiking. It is one of the things I enjoy doing the most. I love the physical fatigue it causes me. I don’t mind the ache in my muscles the day after a hike. I cherish the feeling of freedom, the closeness to nature and every single breath of …
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A Random Train Journey to Discover a Different Side of Japan
Last updated on July 4th, 2021Would you take a random train in Japan? I did, and it was one of the most interesting experiences I had in this intriguing country. Why a random train journey, you might ask? And why in Japan? It’s part of who I am. A sign of how for me the …
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The Temples of Bagan, as Far as the Eyes Can See
Last updated on July 4th, 2021I wrote about my difficult relationship with South-East Asia in the past, and how even Burma failed to let me have a change of heart. Still, while I would not include Myanmar in the list of my favourite countries (and I know this is very personal and many would disagree) I …
Hiroshima: Life after the Atomic Bomb
Last updated on July 4th, 2021It happened in Hiroshima. Prejudice is unreasonable and should be avoided, but truth is that as much as I try to overcome it, I still happen to be biased. When I visited Japan I did not have a precise itinerary. I know I wanted to see Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara and explore a few …
How to Travel by Train in Japan: 3 Useful Tips
Last updated on July 4th, 2021If you’re planning a trip to Japan, chances are that you’ll take the opportunity to travel around and discover as much as possible of this captivating country. Japan boasts an extensive train network, but sorting out the different options can be tricky and I spent a lot of time going through …
A Traditional Japanese Wedding in Miyajima
Last updated on July 4th, 2021A sudden quietness fell on the Itsukushima Shrine, the highlight of Miyajima, together with the floating gate. I turned and saw the reason for this silent buzz. A couple was approaching, and we were witnessing a traditional Japanese wedding. The mixed couple – a beautiful Japanese bride and a nice guy …
Nusa Lembongan, Clear Waters and Calmness a Stone’s Throw from Bali
Last updated on July 30th, 2018Beautiful temples, gentle hills, lush rice paddies, sea resorts and accommodations suitable for all budgets and travel styles. Bali has it all, except one thing: crystal clear waters. They’re not far, though, and if you’re looking for transparent sea and some calmness, you’ll find them in Nusa Lembongan, a small …
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