Travel Guide: The One about the Top 10 Things One Should Do Weeks Before Traveling Overseas

Before traveling overseas, assuming your passport, tickets, luggage, hotel and important details have been taken care of. But there are a few things one should make sure they take care of before traveling. Here are my Top 10 Things One Should Do Weeks Before Traveling Read More …

Travel Guide: The One about 5 Things You Should Know Before Purchasing Luggage

You are in the market for luggage as you are planning to travel. But what key things should one know before purchasing luggage? 1.  STAY AWAY FROM 28″ OR HIGHER LUGGAGE This will shock some people that I start off with this because I own Read More …

Travel Guide: The One about Purchasing Luggage – Check-In Baggage, Carry On and Personal Items for Travel

For those who are first time travelers and those who have traveled internationally before, there is always a concern about the weight of our luggage and what is allowable by the airline company. A few airline companies have lowered their maximum size limit which makes Read More …

Travel Guide: The Importance of having WiFi, GPS and Google Maps for Traveling Overseas

While I have discussed using Google Maps for traveling and how sometimes, it can get glitchy and is not 100% perfect, I know that when it comes to traveling overseas, I find it so important to have. Especially going to locations like Tokyo.  I like Read More …

Travel Guide: The One about the Foreign Transaction Fees

If there was one thing I learned after traveling overseas, it’s to be cautious of foreign transaction fees. What many people don’t realize is that for using your debit/credit card overseas, a lot of banks charge transaction fees.  And if you eat out, purchase a Read More …

Travel Guide – Japan: The One about Having Very Good Socks and Shoes and Preparing for Stairs in Tokyo

There was a time when I would to go to Japan and select dress shoes and socks, until I realize that stairs in Japan have quickly become my arch-rival. From carrying your multiple luggage, your travel bag/backpack and when going to the subway or train, Read More …

Travel Guide – Japan: The One about Medicine and Drug Stores in Japan (Common Medicine for Teens and Adults)

One thing that can possibly put a damper on your vacation to Japan is getting sick.  Especially if you are traveling between November-April. While I get my flu shots in the winter, I often recommend friends to do the same. But you will be near Read More …

Travel Guide – Japan: The One about Hyperdia and Google Maps (For Riding the Trains/Subway in Japan)

My first time to Japan, it was during my final year in college. Having minored in Japanese, I was ready to take my first voyage to the Land of the Rising Sun and felt I was ready. That was until I reached Narita Airport and Read More …