Tokyo is one of the most exciting and vibrant cities in the world. I first visited Tokyo as a teenager back in the 1980s. At the time I found Tokyo Japan quite intimidating but on a recent trip, I found it far easier to negotiate. If you only have one day in Tokyo it is …

I absolutely loved the Ishikawa region of Japan. It is like a mini Japan and easy to negotiate. During the 1600s the region’s capital Kanazawa saw the development of a refined culture focussed on the arts and became Japan’s fourth town after Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. The Ishikawa region was spared from many of the …

There are so many fantastic things to do in Daegu, South Korea. While South Korea has so much to offer tourists in its popular destinations like Seoul and Seoul day trips, things to do in Jeju Island, and Busan, visiting the bustling city of Daegu should definitely be added to your Korean itinerary. Being the fourth-largest city in South Korea, …

There are so many fantastic things to do in Jeju Island. Most people think of planning a Seoul Itinerary when considering a trip to Korea and are not necessarily aware of Jeju Island. One of Korea’s best-loved islands, Jeju Island is teeming with natural wonders, UNESCO world heritage sites and fun activities for the adventurous traveller. …

Stylish Brisbane boutique hotels were few and far between twenty years ago! However, the Queensland capital of Brisbane is now increasing in domestic and international mileage as a must-visit destination. I remember when it was called BrisVegas and much derided by the inhabitants of Melbourne and Sydney. This is very much no longer the case …

A Daylesford Spa weekend getaway is a favourite for those who live in Melbourne. The region is famous for its hot springs at Hepburn and the beautiful surrounding land. The town of Daylesford is super cute – filled with antique shops and delicious cafes and restaurants. There are many walks in the region and lots …

There are loads of great weekend getaways from Sydney. The city has so much to offer – like Watsons Bay Sydney– but it is nice to experience something not so big city and a bit more non-urban Australia. Why not add a weekend getaway to your Sydney Itinerary? Here are the 10 Best Sydney Weekend …

When it comes to the best place to stay in Melbourne there are so many choices. Melbourne is an incredibly vibrant and exciting city. I should know as I was born there and grew up there. It does not have the big glitzy attractions of Sydney. Instead, Melbourne is more European. It is more about …

Hoi An is the food capital of Vietnam. It is also an incredibly cute mixing an old town and with the new, a stunning riverside location and fantastic Vietnamese cuisine. Here is my Hoi An blog on what to do in Hoi An for 3 days: Hoi An Blog: Where to Stay We stayed at …

The best spa in Thailand is a big statement. I know. But I feel highly confident making it as this was my third visit to Kamalaya resort. I had fallen a bit in love with Kamalaya spa on my first stay three years ago and returned to find I was as much in love with …