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Hakone & Mount Fuji My husband and I spent about two weeks in Japan in May 2024, covering Tokyo, Nikko, Hakone/Gora, Kyoto, and Hokkaido. Since there's SO much to do and recommend in each location, I'll break out each post into its own. If you’re looking for some general dos an don’t about traveling to Japan, check out  my Tokyo post . If you’re looking for an easy day trip from Tokyo, check out my post on Nikko !   After a few action-packed days in Tokyo (including an awesom

Hiking in Nikko I spent about two weeks in Japan in May 2024, covering Tokyo, Nikko, Hakone/Gora, Kyoto, and Hokkaido over 13 days. Since there's SO much to do and recommend in each location, I'll break out each post into its own. Thanks to Japan’s remarkable bullet train system, many seek day trips from Tokyo to benefit from the convenient travel options and to escape the hustle and bustle of one of the world's largest cities. Our getaway from the city included two adventure

In June 2025, my family went to Portugal for a beautiful and memorable family trip. My nuclear family has not travelled together on a vacation since 2017... since then, we've had a global pandemic, a college graduation, two weddings, and two grandchildren added to the mix - and life has gotten more complicated! Needless to say, the opportunity to get us all together for a special trip in Portugal's beautiful landscapes and cityscapes made this a week long trip to remember. Wh