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

Iceland – Reykjavik, Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Westfjords, Tröllaskagi, Akureyri & Mývatn

Iceland was one of the first countries in Europe to invite fully vaccinated tourists to visit in the summer of 2021. As soon as we heard the good news, we jumped on the opportunity to revisit one of our favorite countries on earth. Upon arrival to Keflavik airport, we were given a free PCR test…Continue reading Iceland – Reykjavik, Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Westfjords, Tröllaskagi, Akureyri & Mývatn