Articles Written By: JB & Renée Macatulad

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12 Fun Day Trips from Fukuoka

DAY TRIPS / DESTINATIONS / JAPAN Aug 1, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

Unless you're going for the food, then there isn't as much to keep you busy in Fukuoka. You can see its top tourist attractions within a day but thankfully, there are many destinations you can visit within a couple of hours of the city.

Kyoto Food Tour: Explore the Gion District with a Local

DESTINATIONS / JAPAN Jul 20, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

Gion refers to Kyoto's iconic geisha district. It's one of the city's most atmospheric neighborhoods, its traditional areas characterized by row upon row of wooden machiya houses with slatted sliding doors and bamboo inuyarai.

Madrid Food Guide: 14 Must-Try Restaurants, Bars, and Markets

DESTINATIONS / FOOD GUIDES / SPAIN Jul 5, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

Madrid has its share of iconic dishes like cochinillo and bocadillo de calamares, but more than any one dish, what I enjoyed most about this city was its diversity of food experiences.

The First-Timer’s Travel Guide to Prague, Czech Republic (2020)

CZECH REPUBLIC / DESTINATIONS / TRAVEL GUIDES Last Updated: Aug 6, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

Prague's historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its 14th century medieval architecture. It was left largely undamaged by World War II, leaving a well-preserved labyrinth of cathedrals, bridges, and cobblestone streets that attract millions of visitors annually.

The First-Timer’s Travel Guide to Granada, Spain (2020)

DESTINATIONS / SPAIN / TRAVEL GUIDES Last Updated: Aug 6, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

Granada was the final stronghold of the Spanish Moors. Evidence of Islamic influence is still prevalent throughout the city, from its Arab baths to the Alcaiceria to the Albayzin and the mighty Alhambra.

The First-Timer’s Travel Guide to Donostia-San Sebastian, Spain (2020)

DESTINATIONS / SPAIN / TRAVEL GUIDES Last Updated: Aug 6, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

Donostia-San Sebastian is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Spain. It's got beautiful churches and buildings and a wide sandy beach described as one of the best in-city beaches in Europe. But what San Sebastian is most famous for, is its food.

The First-Timer’s Travel Guide to Osaka, Japan (2020)

DESTINATIONS / JAPAN / TRAVEL GUIDES Last Updated: Aug 3, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

Osaka is Japan's third largest city by population and the central metropolis of the Kansai region. Nicknamed tenka no daidokoro or "the nation's kitchen", it's a food lover's paradise that remains one of our favorite cities to visit in Japan.

The First-Timer’s Travel Guide to Santiago de Compostela, Spain (2020)

DESTINATIONS / SPAIN / TRAVEL GUIDES Last Updated: Aug 6, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

When you think of Santiago de Compostela, the first thing that comes to mind is the camino. It's the final destination in the Camino de Santiago or the Way of St. James, a network of routes that all lead to the city's massive cathedral.

Donostia-San Sebastian Food Guide: 11 Must-Try Restaurants

DESTINATIONS / FOOD GUIDES / SPAIN Last Updated: Jul 13, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

With all the delicious food you can have in this city, the one dish that perhaps best represents San Sebastian food is the humble pintxo. Similar to tapas, it refers to a family of small bar snacks that are typically skewered onto a piece of bread with a toothpick.

10 Fun Day Trips from Barcelona

DAY TRIPS / DESTINATIONS / SPAIN Jun 15, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

As lovely as Barcelona is, the crowds can get a bit overwhelming at times. There's much to see and do in Barcelona but if you've already experienced its top tourist attractions, then it's time to escape the city and go on a day trip.

10 Essential Things to Do in Granada, Spain

BEST THINGS TO DO / DESTINATIONS / SPAIN Last Updated: Jun 28, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

The Alhambra is the main draw in Granada but there's so much more to love about this intriguing city in the Andalusian region of Spain. If it's your first time visiting, then described in this guide are ten of the best things you can do in Granada.

10 Fun Day Trips from Madrid

DAY TRIPS / DESTINATIONS / SPAIN Last Updated: Jul 5, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

From historic cities to prominent wine regions to iconic landmarks that have inspired art and literature, there are plenty of reasons to go beyond the city and exploring the many fascinating destinations around Madrid.

14 of the Best Things to Do in Nagoya, Japan

BEST THINGS TO DO / DESTINATIONS / JAPAN Last Updated: Jul 20, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

Nagoya is a major port and transportation hub in Japan's Chubu region. It's an important industrial center that's home to several Toyota-related museums, a railway park, and a science museum that houses one of the world's biggest planetariums.

Kyoto Food Guide: 14 Must-Try Restaurants

DESTINATIONS / FOOD GUIDES / JAPAN Last Updated: Jul 20, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

We love Kyoto. It's our favorite city in Japan. Tokyo and Osaka are incredible cities but Kyoto has everything we love most about this country – culture, atmosphere, history, and of course, great Japanese food.

Kanazawa Food Guide: 10 Must-Try Restaurants

DESTINATIONS / FOOD GUIDES / JAPAN Last Updated: Jun 6, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

Sushi is my absolute favorite Japanese food in the world so I welcomed the opportunity to have sushi as much as I could in Kanazawa. It was fresh, available everywhere, and relatively cheap compared to other cities in Japan.

16 Fun Day Trips from Kyoto and Osaka

DAY TRIPS / DESTINATIONS / JAPAN Last Updated: Aug 3, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

There's so much you can do in Kyoto and Osaka. But if you're staying long enough, then you may want to spend a few of those days making day trips. Listed in this article are 16 of the best day trips you can make from Kyoto or Osaka.

10 of the Best Things to Do in Hiroshima, Japan

BEST THINGS TO DO / DESTINATIONS / JAPAN Last Updated: Aug 3, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

Before my first visit to Hiroshima, I associated the city with three things – the Peace Memorial Museum, okonomiyaki, and oysters. As expected, okonomiyaki and oysters were two of the best experiences I had in Hiroshima while the Peace Memorial Museum was the most impactful.

3 Days in Osaka: The Perfect Itinerary

DESTINATIONS / ITINERARIES / JAPAN Last Updated: Aug 3, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

Osaka is known for having some of the best food in Japan and it offers plenty to do for first-time visitors. Whether you're staying for three days or a week, you won't run out of fun and interesting things to do in Osaka.