There was one experience I knew I had to see and enjoy for myself during our one week visit to Japan, and that was to stay in a ryokan. Ryokans are more intimate than hotels, and they provide a much more authentic Japanese experience.
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Why You Should Stay In A Ryokan
Dressing in a vintage Japanese kimono did not feel like a costume, nor should it feel that way. It felt like I was wearing a piece of art. It felt like I was wearing a piece of Japan's history. Up until the 19th century, the kimono was the traditional form of clothing worn by everyone in the country. In fact, the word "kimono" is Japanese for "clothing." Kimonos represent Japan's heritage and culture, and they are one of the most universally recognized types of clothing.
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The Art of a Japanese Kimono
With a week to spend in wintery northern Japan, I decided why not take advantage of one of Hokkaido's most famous winter sport - skiing. While I am not an advanced or even an intermediate skier, I still felt adventurous enough to want to spend time in Hokkaido's up and coming ski spot - Niseko.
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Skiing in Japan
3 New Restaurants I Tried in New York
I am not usually a spontaneous person when it comes to travel. I happen to be a highly organized planner with every single trip I take (personal or work), but when the opportunity arose for me to escape to Taipei for 24 hours, I couldn't exactly say no.
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24 Hours in Taipei
2 of the Best Instagram Spots in Hong Kong
Class and Elegance at Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong
Ultimate Staycation at Rosewood Hong Kong
Wine and Design // Serena and Lily in Napa Valley
It’s that time of year for those warm-filled, cocktail-clinking, sun-drenched summer vacations that you’ve been counting down to for months. My summer travel plans continue to heat up (pun intended) by the minute, and so I will be relying on a few of my favorite summer vacation staples to bring along with me on my … Continued
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The Summer Vacation Edit
It’s time to get a bit personal on the site and share with you some thoughts I have about my progression in my career and where I’d like to see it go. You probably caught one look at the blog title and immediately wondered, “Huh?” This is a topic I’ve been wanting to discuss with … Continued
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