Chris

Japan

Fuji City Day Trip: Walking from Rose Gardens to Scenic Iwamotoyama Park

Plan your perfect Fuji City day trip on foot! Our walking guide covers historic Hiromi Park, tea plantations, and stunning Mt. Fuji views from Iwamotoyama Park.
Japan

Jogasaki Coast Hiking Guide: Station to Station via the Volcanic Trail

Master the 11km Jogasaki Coast hiking trail! Our step-by-step guide covers the scenic Kadowaki suspension bridge, volcanic lava fields, and the unique Izu Kinme Train.
Japan

Sake Review April 2023

One of the pleasures of going to Japan is enjoying sake (rice wine). We taste a wide variety of sake every time we visit...
Japan

A Half-Day Walking Tour in Atami: Sun Beach, Kinomiya Shrine & Panoramic Views

Looking for the perfect walking route in Atami? Read our half-day slow travel guide to exploring Sun Beach, the 2,000-year-old camphor tree at Kinomiya Shrine, and scenic views!
Japan

Spring Flowers in Tokyo: Kameido Tenjin Wisteria & Nezu Shrine Azalea Festival Guide

Experience Tokyo's best spring flower festivals in one day! Read our guide to the purple wisteria at Kameido Tenjin Shrine and the stunning Nezu Shrine Azalea Festival.
Vietnam

One Day Sightseeing in Ha Tien

We crossed the border from Cambodia into the city of Ha Tien, Vietnam. From here we will move on to Ho Chi Minh City, bu...
Cambodia

Kep to Ha Tien: DIY Border Crossing | Skip the Tourist Buses for a Half-Price Local Route

How to cross the Cambodia-Vietnam land border from Kep to Ha Tien (Prek Chak / Xa Xia) independently. Learn how to negotiate a local tuk-tuk, navigate latest 2026 visa-exemption rules without scams, and catch a budget "empty return" taxi to your hotel!
Vietnam

How to Travel from Ha Tien to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) by FUTA Sleeper Bus

Looking for a reliable way to get from Ha Tien to Ho Chi Minh City? We shared our experience taking the FUTA sleeper bus (Phuong Trang). Learn about the 8-hour journey, including the free hotel pick-up service, ticket costs, and what to expect during stops. Updated for 2026 travelers heading to Saigon!
Cambodia

Visiting a Kampot Pepper Plantation & Getting to Kep from Kampot: A Practical Travel Guide

Planning to visit a Kampot pepper plantation? Discover how to experience Cambodia's world-famous spice, plus practical transport options and scenic routes to get from Kampot to Kep.
Cambodia

Highlights of Angkor Thom: A Practical Guide to the Ancient Khmer Capital

Angkor Thom, the majestic fortified city of the ancient Khmer Empire, is an absolute must-visit on any trip to Siem Reap...