Finland is a land of contrasts, and with each season comes new local delicacies which you must taste, no matter how weird or wacky looking they might be! Mämmi, for example, looks strange at first but is a must-try seasonal treat. From reindeer to rye bread, whet your appetite on this traditional Finnish fare. 1.…
The Artist in Hotel rooms on the 31st floor make the Park Hotel Tokyo a must-visit luxury accommodation in the business district of Tokyo. Each room is custom-painted by different local artists, making each room a work of art. From the hallway to the ceiling, each room has unique aesthetic details that you must see…
Japan is known for cutting-edge technology and its record-breaking bullet trains. The Shinkansen, or bullet trains, are futuristic-looking trains that travel at about 300km/hr, or 200 mph. The easiest and most efficient way to get around is often by train. Tourists visiting multiple cities in Japan should get the Japan Rail Pass, or JR Pass,…
One of the best Japanese bucket list experiences a visitor can try is “henshin,” or the professional makeover into a Maiko or Geisha. We visited the popular studio AYA Gion in the historic Geisha District of Gion. This studio is in an authentic teahouse where Maikos once performed. Every thoughtful step of the complicated makeup…
The world-famous NYE celebration in NYC includes half a million freezing people huddled in the overcrowded Times Square watching the ball drop, but what do the locals do? We rounded up our favorite local-approved free and paid alternative celebrations that everyone will enjoy! 1. Themed Party at Pier A: Last New Year’s Eve, I attended…
We interviewed Kate Webb, who founded The Responsible Safari Company and is launching women’s expeditions in 2018. If you’re interested in joining The Travel Women Trips to Malawi, India or Guatemala click HERE. 1. Tell us about the first time you traveled to Africa. I was 22 and had just graduated. I had a good…
Need a holiday gift in a New York minute? Whether you’re looking for a gift for travelers heading to our hometown of New York City or for transplants moving to the big apple, we have you covered with gift ideas that everyone will love! 1. OMY Giant Coloring Poster: “The best coloring poster for kids…
