New York Times Square

Bright lights, skyscraping buildings and an endless flow of energy: big cities can be some of the best travel destinations. I used to be a city girl – dazed by the glitzy lights of New York and charmed by the classic English squares in London. These days, I’m …


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aruba-beach

While I’m out and about exploring my new city Seville, Bryant from Gustey.com is filling in as a guest blogger, rounding up 10 of the safest cities to travel. Some travelers still have qualms about traveling to certain destinations. For some,  it is a priority to know that the country you’re in …


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Rovinj, Croatia

Stunning views of the cliff, with gorgeous beach houses dotting the coastline and narrow highways meandering close to the rocks beneath — Coastal towns bring a whole new meaning to seaside lifestyle. There is a certain allure about these coastal towns, be it in Africa or Australia; their elegance and disarrayed beauty …


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Japanese slurping noodles

// < ![CDATA[ google_ad_client = "pub-9898648874665533"; /* in-post square */ google_ad_slot = "5737140338"; google_ad_width = 200; google_ad_height = 175; // ]]> It all started when Alberto began asking me questions, on why Asians always eat with our mouths full, or why we never bother asking ‘how are you?’. I was always intrigued by how he [...]


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A lil girl dressed as a geisha stood by the streettransporting us back in time,to the ancient traditional times of Japan..Kiyomizu temple overlooks the city..with our kawaii Japanese friends..it was funny speakin to them in Spanish, in Japan.Heiko absolutely loved the kneelin part of Japanese traditions..An extremely touristic picture of us n the geisha..Byo-do Innshimmerin [...]


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July 30, 2008 · Asia, Culture, Food, Japan, Languages  
    

Awesome Shabu Shabu (thinly sliced beef soaked in light soup) and Sukiyaki for the rest. Food glorious food! Wide spread of delicacies at Miho’s place Anime dressing Tokyo’s nightview One of the coolest restaurants in our trip Inspired by the ‘Kill Bill’ setting, it’s a traditional old Japanese dwelling restored to suit modern tastes.. Walkin [...]


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July 20, 2008 · Asia, Culture, Food, Japan, Languages