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Tourist Sites in Japan: Worth it or Not?
Japan is filled with hundreds of extraordinary temples, parks, districts, unique experiences, and more. With limited time to explore, you might find that some sites are more worth your time to visit than others. Hopefully this helps provide and idea of what to expect at some of the most popular sites in Japan.
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My 5 Top Picks for Travel Planning Tools
Planning a trip to a place you’ve never been can be a daunting task. Where do you even start? What resources should you reference? And how should you maximize your time in each city? Here are my methods!
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How to Be a Tourist in Your Own City
After living in Chicago for a few months, I sat inside bored and alone on a cool fall day. I had just moved from a small rural town and finally had a big city as my backyard to explore, but I rarely took the opportunity to venture outside of my neighborhood. Instead of lounging around…
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Stirling Castle: History & Things to Know
Situated on a rocky bluff, Stirling Castle in Scotland was once one of the country’s most important structures. Not only that, but it was the early childhood home of Mary Queen of Scots, one of Scotland’s most prominent royals. I had a chance to visit the castle in June 2023 and catch a small glimpse…
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My 5-Day San Francisco Itinerary
Nowadays, San Francisco gets a bad rap, but it’s filled with so much important history and has an extraordinary landscape that you certainly don’t want to miss. From delicious foods and a diverse culture to stunning views of the Bay and Pacific Ocean, San Francisco is a very unique city. This itinerary is based on…
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Top 10 Things to Do in Chicago—According to a Chicago Tour Guide
From the infamous Bean and deep dish pizza to professional theatre and incredible museums, there is an endless amount of things to do in Chicago. Before we get into specific things to do, as a resident (and tour guide) of Chicago, my first recommendation when visiting the city is don’t stay downtown the entire time.…
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My First Experience in a Hostel (as a Solo Female Traveller)
I had always been hesitant about staying in a hostel, mainly for three reasons: 1. I am not fond of dorm-style living (especially because I enjoy my alone time and unashamedly talk to myself a lot) 2. I’m not the best at meeting/interacting with new people (3 cheers for social anxiety yayy) and 3. It…
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