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People walking down a vibrant street in Playa del Carmen’s Centro area with bikes parked and the sea visible in the distance, restaurants lining the sides.
Mexico | Travel Guides

Where to Stay in Playa del Carmen, Mexico: 7 Best Areas

If you’re wondering where to stay in Playa del Carmen, you’re asking one of the most important questions for planning your trip, and yes, it absolutely matters where you base yourself. Playa may be walkable in the…

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James Bond Island rising from emerald waters in Phang Nga Bay, a popular Phuket day tour destination in southern Thailand
Thailand | Travel Guides

13 Best Day Tours in Phuket You Can’t Miss

With so many incredible things to see and do in and around Phuket, it’s no surprise the island remains one of Thailand’s top destinations. That said, choosing the right Phuket day tours can feel overwhelming, there are…

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Featured image of multiple boats anchored in the turquoise waters off Freedom Beach in Phuket, Thailand
Thailand | Travel Guides

Where to Stay in Phuket: 11 Best Areas to Consider

Choosing the right area in Phuket can be the difference between a relaxing escape and wondering why your hotel is next to a nightclub that doesn’t sleep. Phuket is a large island with plenty of beaches, and…

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Collage of Shibuya Crossing at night, Osaka’s neon signs, a Kyoto temple, and Tokyo’s Senso-ji Temple, highlights from a 13-day Japan trip
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13 Day Japan Itinerary: Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka

If you’re planning your first trip to Japan and wondering how to fit Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and everything in between into just under two weeks, you’re not alone. I’ve crafted this 13 days in Japan itinerary to…

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Red torii gate and dog statue at Fushimi Inari Taisha in Kyoto, captured from the stone stairs with early morning light and lush greenery.
Itinerary Guides | Japan | Travel Guides

3 Days in Kyoto: Ultimate First Timer Itinerary

If you’re planning your first trip to Kyoto, let me make one thing clear: it’s not just temples and quiet gardens. Kyoto is layered. It’s touristy in ways that Tokyo never is, deeply traditional without being stuck…

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Traditional Japanese temple arch at dusk in Kyoto, with a stone pathway leading through soft evening light and ambient lantern glow
Japan | Travel Guides

25 Best Things to Do in Kyoto, Japan

If you think Kyoto is only temples and tradition, you’re technically not wrong—but you’re also not seeing the full picture. Kyoto is layered. On the surface, it’s all quiet shrines and delicate architecture. But hang around long…

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Red torii gate pathway at Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto, Japan, a must-visit cultural landmark
Japan | Travel Guides

Where to Stay in Kyoto: 6 Best Areas to Consider

Deciding where to stay in Kyoto is more strategic than spontaneous. Unlike compact Osaka or hyper-connected Tokyo, Kyoto’s charm is spread out, and that means your base will dramatically shape your experience. This former imperial capital offers…

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The iconic Glico running man sign illuminated at night in Dotonbori, surrounded by vibrant neon advertisements and city crowds in Osaka.
Itinerary Guides | Japan | Travel Guides

4 Days in Osaka: Ultimate First Timer Itinerary

If this is your first time in Osaka, you’re in for a chaotic, delicious, slightly weird ride, and I mean that in the best way. While Tokyo might have the flash and Kyoto the finesse, Osaka is…

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Side-by-side photo of Osaka’s riverfront and a famous Kyoto temple, showing the contrast between the two cities.
Japan | Travel Guides

Osaka vs Kyoto: 7 Things You Should Know Before

Trying to decide between Osaka and Kyoto? You’re not alone. These two cities are staples in nearly every Japan travel itinerary, and for good reason. But here’s the thing: they might be close in geography, yet they’re…

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Dotonbori canal at sunset in Osaka, Japan. One of the best places to visit for food, lights, and atmosphere
Japan | Travel Guides

11 Best Things to Do in Osaka, Japan

If you’re planning a trip and searching for the best things to do in Osaka, you might expect a Tokyo-style experience. And I understand, they’re both major cities. But let me stop you there. Osaka does things…

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