Hong Kong had us hooked from the moment we checked in on the Kowloon side, where neon lights, harbor views, and some of the best food in the world are all at your doorstep (especially the dim sum, which quickly became a daily obsession). Evenings began with incredible sunsets over Victoria Harbour, the skyline glowing…Continue reading Hong Kong
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Japan – Matsumoto & Takayama & Shirakawa & Kanazawa
The Japanese Alps offer enchanting mountain villages and scenic towns steeped in tradition. This week, we traveled through Matsumoto, Takayama, Shirakawa-go, and Kanazawa—places that felt like stepping into Japan’s living history. Here, ancient traditions and modern life blend seamlessly, with centuries-old customs, architecture, and cultural practices still woven into everyday routines. Matsumoto captivated us with…Continue reading Japan – Matsumoto & Takayama & Shirakawa & Kanazawa
Mauritania
During our first visit to Mauritania in December 2010, much of the country was off limits. Needless to say, we were really excited to revisit 13 years later to see how much it had changed. The border crossing from Western Sahara into Mauritania took a tedious 7 hours and we were happy to finally get…Continue reading Mauritania