If last year taught us something meaningful it’s to enjoy life to the fullest wherever you are. Live today. I’m lucky, I know. Living in Lisbon, close to numerous beaches, it couldn’t be easier. But lying on the beach all day is not my cup of tea. I've always loved adventure and some action. When I lived in Bulgaria we

Japan is fortunate to be gifted with diverse terrain, offering stunning landscapes from the peak of mountainous ranges to shallow corals rife with color. The valleys are covered in swathes of green, wispy tendrils of climbing plants wrapped around strong trunks and peeking out past felt leaves. Flowers bloom in riots of a full paint palette; four full seasons have

One of Japan’s strongest draw is its deep heritage and preservation of culture, and not just in the extravagant castles and temples. Long history comes through in the subtle, everyday details such as hand-made signs and remnant cobblestone paths. And hovering in between are the traditional Japanese inns. Introducing the ryokan You’ll find that most Japanese inns, a.k.a ryokan, are often tied

Foxes – cheeky, smiling tricksters that nonetheless charm the pants off us, one would think that a village full of them just spells trouble. Step foot into Japan’s Zao Fox Village however and you’ll find a very different reality; one that speaks of cuteness and awe. Let’s take a look at what foxes mean in Japanese culture and what light-hearted

The only thing better than being red in the face from the hot, relaxing curls of steam of an onsen bath is seeing the red-faced Snow Monkeys of Japan bathing in an onsen – and yes, I checked it off my bucket list with a bit of planning. The image of these macaques enjoying a long soak has long traversed

Tokyo might not be a magic carpet ride but it sure is shining, shimmering, and splendid. Japan’s metropolis central has long earned its glitzy image as a 24-hour movie reel of bright lights, big city, staying lively long after the trains have stopped running. You could fill up every minute of the day with something to do. Variety is guaranteed