The most common question I heard when I was at JTB Sunrise Tours’ office in Tokyo was: When is the best day to see Mt. Fuji? Like everyone else, I was there to ask the same question and to book a tour that gave me the best possible ways to view it. There’s nothing more frustrating than leaving Japan without having a glimpse of Mount Fuji. Japan’s ... [Read more]
Jakarta is truly Asia's melting pot of cultures and cuisines. It is also the economic, political and educational center to Indonesia’s 261 million people from a chain of 17,000 islands spreading from the Indian to the Pacific oceans. There’s never been a better time to visit Jakarta, the most overlooked city in Southeast Asia. During my three-week ... [Read more]
Open-air museums or ethnographic museums, according to UNESCO, are institutions that reenact the everyday life of the people from bygone years. Also called living history museums and folk museums, most of the exhibits are outside, and not just inside a building. Check out our selection of 10 best open-air museums in the world that showcase authentic ... [Read more]
Enjoying pristine beaches and mystical lush mountains aren’t the only options for tourists visiting Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico is an island of surprises. Visitors are often amazed to find exceptional food, well-crafted cocktails, and an island filled with a rich history and vibrant culture. Tucked away from the coast, in the middle of the island, is la ... [Read more]
If you have yet to discover Ohrid, it’s time to plan a trip there. Located on Lake Ohrid, one of Europe’s oldest and deepest lakes, Ohrid is home to a medieval castle, ancient churches, well-preserved Ottoman-era buildings in the old quarter and much more. It is North Macedonia’s top tourist destination, but not many North American tourists have been ... [Read more]
When people think of the greatest states in the U.S. a variety of names come up. While places like California may have Hollywood and New York City has the famous Manhattan Island, Ohio is also a place bursting with potential for fun, education, and excitement. That’s why we’re here to bring you a list of the top 10 things to do in Ohio. Every state ... [Read more]
