One thing is for sure, you won’t run out of things to do in Odaiba. It’s a shopping and entertainment extravaganza built on 100% reclaimed land. Make sure you allocate a day to explore all that this futuristic and fun part of Tokyo has to offer. Tokyo is a huge and sprawling city. It can […]
2 mouth-watering Tokyo food tours with Arigato Japan
Do you love Japanese Food? Or perhaps you are finding it difficult to understand what everyone is raving about. These 2 Tokyo food tours will not only help you find the hidden gems but introduce the local foodie culture and etiquette. We’ve made many trips to Japan over the last decade and when we’re asked […]
50 of the best things to do in Tokyo for first time visitors
Tokyo is a sprawling and diverse city with so many things to see and do. These are our top places to visit in Tokyo as a couple but most will have appeal to families and solo travellers too. Some sights are a must in particular seasons but most will give an appreciation of this fascinating […]
Discovering Ueno food culture with Tokyo Secret Food Tours
As a foodie with a long-standing love of Japan, I couldn’t think of a better way to spend our first day back in Tokyo than by joining Tokyo Secret Food Tours to discover the highlights Ueno food culture. We were both looking forward to learning a bit more about the culinary culture of the city […]
27 Fun things to do in the Blue Mountains
The Blue Mountains refers to the mountain range itself as well as the surrounding area located just 90 minutes from Sydney, Australia’s largest city. The region is UNESCO World Heritage-listed as the Greater Blue Mountains Area and covers 1.03 million hectares comprising 8 distinct protected regions. It stretches north almost to the Hunter Valley wine […]
Discover Scenic World – Blue Mountains
On our first full day in the Blue Mountains, we headed to Scenic World to begin exploring the national park. For us Scenic World offers 2 unique things. The first is accessibility and the second a unique perspective on the natural scenery. So while the rides are fun, for us it was more about: getting […]
Explore the Jenolan Caves – Tours and Walks
Jenolan Caves tours explore 340 million-year-old caves, believed to be the oldest open caves in the world. These are our top tips for planning your visit and getting the most from your time above and below ground. The concept of exploring deep into the centre of a mountain has fascinated me since well before Lara […]
Best things to do in Tokyo with kids
Find out why this city that’s the perfect playground for the adults is also an ideal family holiday destination with children and teens. We share the best things to do with kids in Tokyo alongside some tips for making sure everyone has a fantastic holiday. Japan is a fun, energetic and always surprising. Tucked away […]
Purling Brook Falls & Warringa Pool – Springbrook National Park
Looking to spend some time in nature and discover the UNESCO World Heritage Gondwana Rainforests of Australia? Discover the Purling Brook Falls track and the extension down to Warringa Pool plus some other stunning must-visit spots nearby. Summer is in full swing and one of the best ways to beat the heat is to head into […]
25 Fun Things to do in Auckland
Looking for fun things to do in Auckland? We have you covered with the best places to eat, play and stay in New Zealand’s largest city and our old hometown. Although we now call Australia home we’ve both lived in Auckland for many years before that. It’s New Zealand’s largest city, it’s multicultural, diverse and […]