PROVENCE, France – Ride & Seek is thrilled to announce two new additions to its collection of historical cycling adventures in Japan. A new 14-day tour of Hokkaido offers deep immersion in the nature and grandeur of Japan’s northernmost island. And a 13-day Kyushu tour takes in the enchanting islands and inland sea in the south of the country. Throughout the tours, guests will stay in Japanese inns and Western-style hotels, and enjoy traditional cuisine and baths in natural hot springs. The new tours give the company itineraries on the […]

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A quick journey to Taipei was not meant to be. Rather than get up with the chickens at 430am in the Thai village I am staying in to catch a van to Suvarnabhumi Airport to catch an 11am flight, I opted to take a a van into Bangkok a day early at a reasonable 3pm departure. I didn’t catch much sleep that night due to three women next door partying like it was December 31, 1999. The day of my flight, I left my hotel at 8am for the airport. […]

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Japan is world-famous for its rich culinary heritage, with unique creations that have been imitated worldwide for years. Ramen, one-of-a-kind sushi, and exquisitely raised wagyu beef are sought after by millions yearly, earning Japan the status of the second country with the most Michelin-Star Restaurants. One-star, two-star, and many three-star establishments are dotted throughout Japan—some specializing in Japanese cuisine, others blending traditional ingredients with pasta, snails, and stir-fried rice. That’s right: plenty of Michelin Star Restaurants in Japan serve more than just Japanese food. How many Michelin Star Restaurants are […]

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The Charm of Kinosaki Onsen and How My Journey Began Illustration by Kaori AkamatsuA playful illustrated scene of Kinosaki Onsen. Kinosaki Onsen, located in the northern part of Hyogo Prefecture along the Sea of Japan, is one of Japan’s most celebrated hot spring towns, with a history dating back over 1,300 years. Since the Edo period, it has been known as a town for therapeutic hot spring stays, a tradition that continues to be cherished today. The highlight of Kinosaki Onsen is its unique culture of visiting seven different public […]

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Mobile, Alabama has never been a city on my “to visit” list, but sometimes life presents you with an opportunity, so you just go with the flow and enjoy the ride. Such an opportunity presented itself when I recently flew from Savannah to Atlanta to Mobile. I had one specific goal: obtain my Global Entry status. Global Entry is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection program that allows expedited clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers upon arrival in the United States. After getting hung up in a two-hour customs line when […]

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Eco-friendly explorations of Lithuania involve getting around in shared cars, enjoying the country’s iconic dish, cold beetroot soup šaltibarščiai, in innovative plant-based restaurants, and spending the night on an environmentally-friendly farm complex. September 8, 2022. Over the past few years, concerns over climate change have reached peak numbers. Globally, 63% of people believe that climate change is a very serious issue, while 64% are concerned about the depletion of natural resources, and 65% prioritize solving water pollution. Given the growing interest in minimizing one’s impact on nature, travelers are continuously […]

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(MIAMI, FLA.) – August, 2022 – South Florida’s highly anticipated South Beach Seafood Festival is back for its 10th anniversary with a celebration that is gearing up to be the best yet with special programming, including a $10,000 chef prize and popular live musical guests, that will raise the bar for one of the country’s leading seafood events. From Wednesday, October 19 through Saturday, October 22, the four-day festival is a curated culinary showcase that couples South Florida’s bounty of seafood with the region’s most notable chefs and restaurants. Tickets […]

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Inaugural Downtown Napa Event Will Commemorate Anniversary NAPA, Calif. – The City of Napa is the premier wine country destination where visitors can experience a car-free, totally walkable wine weekend. This year, the city will be raising a toast in honor of its 175th anniversary. In celebration of this milestone, the city has announced its inaugural event, The Napa Table, taking place Saturday, June 11th. Beginning at 5:00 p.m., the gathering begins with guests attending one of two receptions. The first, hosted by Sky & Vine rooftop bar at Archer […]

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September 13, 2021. With Lithuania now offering its visitors an additional night in the country for free, its biggest cities Vilnius, Kaunas, and Klaipėda prove to be all the more suitable travel destinations for a quick getaway. Aside from being abundant with cultural sites and natural monuments, Lithuania’s biggest cities stand out for their unusual and bizarre gastronomical experiences marked by a pronounced preference for local ingredients and a relaxing atmosphere. Lithuania Travel—the country’s national tourism development agency—along with the locally-acclaimed chef and food blogger Arnas Raulinaitis has compiled a […]

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NATIONAL HARBOR, Md., Feb. 25, 2021— National Harbor has become known for its spring display of hundreds of cherry trees lining the waterfront. The trees bloom each year in March and are some of the earliest blooms in the D.C. region. To celebrate the spectacular display, National Harbor is hosting a Cherry Blossom Celebration beginning March 20 through April 11. The water taxi, opening just in time, is a great way to view the blossoms from the water. “We are delighted to have become a cherry blossom viewing destination,” said […]

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I am everywhere and I am nowhere I am a spirit animal I change my soul with my intentions. I am a traveler And I am a lover I flow with the winds But am led by my internal compass. I am most alive when I am on the road. The thrill of always moving – never having more then a general plan, letting things unfold as they do, in the moment, is often how I travel. Its a great way to be open to unexpected experiences – letting each […]

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An interview with Tokyo’s hottest up-and-coming restaurateur Keisuke Inoue Most people automatically think “sushi” when Japanese cuisine is mentioned. However, Japanese food is much bigger than just raw fish and rice. It is an entirely different food culture than we in the west are accustomed to. Just check out these stats on Japan’s stunning restaurant scene: Japan boasts more than twice as many restaurants per capita than the US (1 for every 260 people vs. 1 for every 550 people.) Tokyo has an estimated 160,000 restaurants, over TEN TIMES as […]

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Opening in 1973, the Baros Maldives was only the third island destination resort in the Maldives. It’s gorgeous beauty and proximity to Male were among the primary reasons for it’s opening. Even though such history is fairly recent – things were significantly different back then. There were no banks on Male, fishing was still the primary income source for the country, the population was less then a 1/3 of what it is today and on Baros the original accommodation was thatched roof huts framed with coral walls – and no […]

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Anyone who has ever planned a visit to Chiang Mai has, most likely, come across the recommendation to experience one of the massive and remarkable markets. Whether doing research online or just asking others who have visited, tourists find that visiting a market while in Chiang Mai is one of the top things to do. Whether it’s due to the liveliness, inexpensive goods, tasty treats, or the fact that the temperature is perfect year-round and people want to get out and wander, these markets are packed most of the time. […]

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It doesn’t take much looking these days when exploring travel options to come across adventures involving animals. There are LOTS of photos of people smiling with a wide variety of animals from their travels and adventures. You can swim with dolphins in Hawaii, stingrays (San Antonio, TX Sea World),and even sharks (Disney Aulani in Kapolei, HI)! On every continent there are animals to encounter and experiences to add to your memories – riding camels in Morocco, and even communing with llamas at a petting zoo at a rodeo in Houston, Texas. Animals are […]

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