Japan is a popular destination for Kiwi visitors. Having had the Rugby World Cup in 2019 and the delayed Olympics being held in 2021, Japan’s profile has never been higher. Many travellers use the Japan Rail network to zoom from one big city to another on the Shinkansen (bullet train), but some are now looking […]
Category Archives: Asia
Discovering the Charm of Luang Prabang: A Whirlwind Adventure in Laos
As a big fan of Southeast Asia, I was thrilled to finally get the chance to visit Laos, even if I only had three days to spare. My destination was Luang Prabang. The trip started on a high note with a friendly airport manager who welcomed us right on the tarmac and chatted all the […]
Discovering Vietnam: An Adventure Full of Culture, Cuisine, and Coastal Charm
My colleagues have been raving about Vietnam for years. Everyone on the team had been there already, so I was the last one to visit. It’s been our top-selling destination in Asia for the past six years, and now I finally get to see what all the fuss is about! I can’t think of any […]