1. Eat Waygu There are numerous Waygu restaurants in Kyoto – but I think I found the most fun one! One evening walking in the Gion District – we stumbled upon Izakaya Maumu. It offers a laid back vibe (you can’t help but love the yellow rubber duck motif!)… and the friendliest staff we encountered in Japan. Literally the best steak I’ve […]
April 20, 2026
Park Details The Paint Mines Interpretive Park is located in El Paso County, Colorado. It’s near the small town of Calhan and about 40 minutes east of Colorado Springs and a 90 minute drive from the Denver area. The park includes 750 acres to explore, free parking, restrooms, and open daily from dawn until dusk. […]
April 19, 2026
1. Annual Pass I’ve said it many times – our national park pass is one of the best values in travel! An $80 annual pass opens up so many places in the U.S. to explore! There are also various discounts ($80 lifetime senior rate, military discounts, free days, etc…). You can purchase a digital pass, receive a physical pass mailed from USGS […]
April 6, 2026
1. Prime Locations This popular Japanese hotel brand has many hotels near train stations, restaurants, shops, and popular neighborhoods. My husband and I stayed at the Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi-Shinjuku Premier and loved our location and views! From our room – we could catch glimpses of Mt. Fuji and the fall foliage in the nearby park. It’s in a quiet location, but […]
March 21, 2026
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