There are so many things to do in Japan with kids. It is seriously a family friendly destination that exceeded my expectations. When in Japan, there are some things that you must try. So take a trip down taste-test lane with our guide to…
Japan is a whirlwind of activities which can be great for touring but may also be slightly intimidating and overwhelming. When travelling to Japan, it’s best to have a game plan. Make the most of your trip with these top ten tips: Take your…
Communicating in Japan is difficult, but as they say communication is only 7 percent verbal, 55 percent body language and 38 percent tone of voice Meeting and Greeting A handshake is appropriate upon meeting. The Japanese handshake is limp and with little or no…
Konnichiwa! Thinking about taking the family across the pond on a journey to Japan? If you are like us, Japan has been on your bucket list for some time. We recently ventured out of our comfort zone and took our two young boys to…
Taking a trip to Japan? Here are 12 things all families need to give a go: Osaka Castle Museum. Walking into the gardens and then over the bridge to the base of the castle was breathtaking. You have to see it to appreciate the…
Bali is a holiday destination where you have the ability to ‘live it up’ and enjoy an affordable holiday all at once. The atmosphere is warm, the locals are welcoming and the scenery is gorgeous. As soon as you hop off the plane and…
Every two metres you walk in Bali, you can buy something. Bali really is a shopper’s paradise. There are several tiers of shopping options which at the highest quality is the designer shops like Polo, and there are a lot of international designers that…
Most Balinese are bilingual if not trilingual (Indonesian, Balinese, English). Although every Balinese speaks the language of their mother island, Indonesian is the most common language – particularly in the tourism sector. English is the common “third” language and the most popular foreign language by…