Where to Stay in Cinque Terre: All 5 Villages Ranked

When deciding where to stay in Cinque Terre it is important to understand that each village has its own beauty and character.  Your home base will determine what activities are on your doorstep, what the nightlife will be like (if any), and how much walking you will have to do (don’t underestimate the importance of … Read more

Snow Monkeys of Japan: Day Trip from Nagano

The snow monkeys are just outside Nagano, in the Central Chūbu region of Japan. It is an easy day trip for those looking for a break from the ski slopes of nearby Hakuba. On arrival you walk down an icy trail for about half an hour to reach the hot springs that these monkeys have … Read more