Last updated on January 23rd, 2025 at 03:34 pmBell and I met as solo travelers, in a hostel in Brugge, Belgium in 2002. We had both just graduated from university. I was traveling from the USA and she was visiting from Australia. Fast forward to 2005, and we got married in a small ceremony in…
Last updated on January 17th, 2025 at 05:06 pmJapan offers an incredible juxtaposition of modern technology alongside ancient temples and traditions. One of the world’s safest countries is an ideal travel destination for a wealth of reasons. Japan’s cities are cultural and foodie paradises, but they are also busy, so consider including a couple relaxing…
Virginia Is For Lovers has been the tourism board’s official slogan for over 50 years. The state features an abundance of natural beauty from the Appalachian Mountains to Chesapeake Bay. Charming historic towns like Colonial Williamsburg pre-date the founding of the United States. Here are some great Virginia weekend getaway ideas from Washington, DC and elsewhere! Included are some fantastic bed and breakfasts and historic hotels around Virginia that we have loved staying in.
Last updated on November 5th, 2024 at 04:41 pmRyokans are traditional Japanese inns renowned for the ultimate zen experience. They typically offer comfortable rooms, traditional kaiseki dining, mineral baths (onsen) and wonderful customer service. Visitors to Japan should definitely plan to stay in a ryokan for a portion of their trip. Here is what to…
Last updated on February 3rd, 2025 at 03:51 pmMost of us were grounded for awhile during the height of COVID-19. I had not been on an airplane since I was in Europe in March, 2020 when nationwide lockdowns first started occurring around the world due to the pandemic. We have been on several road trips…
