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Gasparilla

So what on earth is Gasparilla? As someone that has lived in Tampa for over a decade, allow me to fill you in real quick as the Tampa Bay area prepares for this yearly tradition.

Hotel Review: Fairfield Inn & Suites Homestead Florida City

The Fairfield Inn & Suites Homestead Florida is a new, 3-star hotel located near the heart of Miami and the bustling areas of Coral Gables, Homestead, and South Florida.

Tips for a long road trip

After a long road trip to Miami two weeks ago, I wanted to share a few things that you should do before heading out on a long road trip.

Hotel review: The B Roppongi (now Comfort Inn)

In 2019, I stayed at multiple hotels on my trip to Japan with my friends. This is a quick review of the first hotel we stayed in when we first arrived in Roppongi, the B Roppongi.

Note: Per their website, the B Roppongi is no longer a hotel in Roppongi. Instead, it is now named Comfort Inn. It has a new name but is still the same hotel (same location, etc.) so the review should be able to give you some kind of insight about this hotel.

5 tourist spots to watch out for in Kyoto

Kyoto is home to some of the most incredible temples and shrines in all of Japan. While it is home to many amazing sites, some of them should come with a little bit of a warning for tourists before they venture out to explore them. Here are some to watch out for as you explore Kyoto and what to expect.

5 things to know about Japanese hotels

Japanese hotels are very unique when compared to Western style hotels. Here are a few things to know about them before you pack a giant suitcase and head to Japan. These little notes will help you pack and prepare for some unique features of Japanese hotels that may surprise you.

Happy New Year!

Wish you and yours a Happy New Year! 2022 was an interesting year, but that is the past. 2023 is here so it is time to focus in and make those resolutions and dreams become reality to get the new year started out right.

To start the new year I am going to start getting content posted on the site that I have been working on over the past few weeks. It is going to be fun to get back to a more normal blogging schedule to begin the year. I still have a ton of work to do, but it’s a new year challenge that I am eager to take head on.

It’s time to get back to writing, creating content, and getting back on the road and traveling more.

Here’s to a great year so make sure to celebrate (responsibly of course) and ring in the 2023 year!

A few things I wish I knew before visiting Japan

Having every bit of information you can get before you leave on any international trip is important. These were a few things I wish I had known before I packed my bag and headed to Japan all the way back in 2017 (and even again in 2019).

Merry Christmas!

Wishing everyone out there that celebrates a Merry Christmas and a Happy Holidays. I hope you have a great holiday and are able to do what makes you happy.

Whether it’s just relaxing or spending time with family and friends, I wish it to be the happiest of times. Stay safe and stay warm out there!

5 foods to try in Japan if you don’t like sushi

When you think food and Japan, you will probably think about sushi or some kind of raw seafood. What happens if you don’t like sushi or raw fish though? Don’t worry, there are plenty of other incredible food options for you to try that do not involve either fast food or American restaurants (no one should travel to Japan to eat at a Denny’s). Here are some things to try in Japan that will satisfy that hunger and make you a fan of the Japanese cuisine.

Focusing on content

As 2023 fast approaches, I am going to focus in on content on the blog because everything else seems to get me sidetracked.

5 must see sites in Tokyo

There is so much to see and do in Tokyo, making it is nearly impossible to do everything on your list. Just walking down the street, you will find something new around every corner. To help you narrow it down, here are five must-see sites in Tokyo to add to your itinerary.