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Koyasan: experiencing Japan’s most spiritual mountaintop town

Koyasan is undoubtedly unlike anywhere I’ve been before. A temple town near the top of one of Japan’s holiest mountains,[…]

Himeji could easily be a stop on the bullet train that you pass through when travelling between more famous destinations[…]

A visit to Franschhoek’s vineyards is an appealing day trip option from Cape Town. But staying a night or two[…]

Getting to Japan’s art island Naoshima takes a bit of effort but it’s 100% worth it and shouldn’t be missed[…]

If I had to pick one word to describe Cape Town it would be contrast. The vibrant Victoria & Alfred[…]

Despite the language barrier it’s very possible to travel around Japan independently. But it’s a big place with an extensive[…]

I generally consider myself more of a traveller than a holidaymaker. So booking a beach trip is unusual for me,[…]

Most trips to Japan start in its extraordinary capital, Tokyo. And for a first-time visitor, it’s not to be missed.[…]