Category: Japan

Japan’s latest bullet train, capable of speeds of up to 311mph

Japan’s latest bullet train, capable of speeds of up to 311mph

By on Jun 05, 2013 in Asia, Japan, Rail Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel   - Read 2546 times

Japan is continuing to lead the way in high-speed rail travel with a ‘levitating’ train capable of speeds up to 311 miles per hour (that’s equivalent to 500 kilometres per hour). Tests have been underway in the Yamanashi prefecture on the nation’s new generation L0 Series trains which, instead of having conventional wheels, use the latest magnetic [...]

3 ‘must try’ experiences in Japan

3 ‘must try’ experiences in Japan

By on May 31, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Japan, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany   - Read 951 times

Japan is like no other country in the world. A land of incredible contrasts, it offers overseas travellers so many diverse and unusual experiences that you wont find anywhere else. This article is about 3 ‘must try’ experiences for any discerning traveller interested in visiting the Land of the Rising Sun. Experience a ryokan (an alternative [...]

The wealthiest cities in the world

The wealthiest cities in the world

By on May 15, 2013 in Asia, China, Eastern Europe, Europe, Featured, Japan, Mexico, Middle East, New York, North America, Regions, Russia, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 9601 times

According to WealthInsight’s World City Millionaire Rankings Report 2013, Tokyo is home to more millionaires than any other city in the world, followed by New York and London. But interestingly, a different pattern emerges if you look at the cities with the most multi-millionaires or billionaires. Dubai, often associated with extreme wealth and opulence, only [...]

Top 10 places in the world to pop the question

Top 10 places in the world to pop the question

By on Apr 20, 2013 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, California, Europe, Featured, France, India, Italy, Japan, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Nevada, New York, North America, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe   - Read 8268 times

Congratulations! You’ve decided you want to spend the rest of your life with your partner. But before the rigorous wedding planning can begin, you first need to figure out how you’re going to pop the question. On top of a mountain? Under the sea? Or in a romantic restaurant, with violin music playing in the background? To help [...]

Japan: culinary capital of the world

Japan: culinary capital of the world

By on Apr 05, 2013 in Asia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Japan, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany   - Read 3567 times

Forget France, Japan is new the culinary centre of the world. And with a capital city that’s home to more Michelin stars than any other, it’s perhaps no wonder. Whether your preference is for sake or sushi, here is my pick of the top 5 eateries to really sink your teeth into on a trip [...]

Million dollar views: 6 of the world’s best city hotel views

Million dollar views: 6 of the world’s best city hotel views

By on Mar 30, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, China, Europe, Featured, France, Hong Kong, Hotels, India, Japan, New York, North America, Regions, Thailand, USA, Western Europe   - Read 27694 times

There are many reasons to pay “over the top” for a hotel. Some pay for the service, some for the brand name associated with it, some for the dining options at hand, while others to be a part of history in iconic hotels. But there are a select few who are willing to shell out [...]

Japan’s cherry blossoms captured on Google Street View

Japan’s cherry blossoms captured on Google Street View

By on Mar 20, 2013 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Japan, Regions   - Read 3836 times

Japan’s Springtime cherry blossom season, or Sakura as it is known, is world famous.  And it’s just become even more famous thanks to Google Street View. In Japan, the cherry blossom has arrived early this year, but Google were still quick off the mark and have covered 50 of these iconic cherry blossom landscapes,  including the [...]

10 of the world’s most unusual restaurants

10 of the world’s most unusual restaurants

By on Feb 28, 2013 in Asia, Bars, Belgium, Europe, Food and Drink, Germany, Going Out, India, Japan, Maldives, Middle East, New York, North America, Restaurants, Spain, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 12633 times

Travelling has its benefits, among them being able to shock people with tales of where you’ve been, what you’ve done and where you’ve eaten. There’s nothing more satisfying than making your friends and family shriek, ‘you did what?!’ Well, if it’s the shock factor you’re after, we’ve got just the thing for you; a list of 10 of the world’s most unusual restaurants. [...]

5 of the world’s best luxury destinations for Spring skiing

5 of the world’s best luxury destinations for Spring skiing

By on Feb 28, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Canada, Europe, France, Hotels, Japan, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Sweden, USA, Utah, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 4140 times

With blue skies, soft snow and pleasant temperatures, spring is arguably the best time of year for a ski vacation. These top destinations add lively culture and unique experiences that appeal to storm chasers and social skiers alike, so here are our 5 best luxury destinations for Spring skiing: L’Escape Killy, France A vast area encompassing the resorts of Tignes [...]

The best 3 places to ski in Japan

The best 3 places to ski in Japan

By on Jan 08, 2013 in Asia, Japan, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel   - Read 5055 times

Japan is becoming increasingly popular as on of the best winter destinations in the world. The mountains in the Central highlands and the Northern regions are blanketed with abundant snow making it an excellent spot for ski enthusiasts. With a picturesque landscape of extinct volcanoes and snow clapped mountains it affords a unique skiing experience [...]

3 luxurious getaways in Japan

3 luxurious getaways in Japan

By on Dec 07, 2012 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Asia, Hotels, Japan, Regions, Speciality Travel   - Read 5364 times

For those looking to experience a mix of tradition and luxury in Japan, it’s important to choose the right location and accommodation for your getaway. Traveling to Japan has never been easier, as American Airlines has recently launched non-stop flights from New York’s JFK airport to Tokyo Haneda, making it the only airline to run this [...]

Interview with Owen Coleman, CEO of The Coleman Group Worldwide LLC

Interview with Owen Coleman, CEO of The Coleman Group Worldwide LLC

By on Nov 30, 2012 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Caribbean, Celebrities, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Interviews, Italy, Japan, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Saint Lucia, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Tanzania, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe   - Read 4440 times

Owen Coleman is an entrepreneur and world class designer who has created and built many strategy and branding firms since his first design firm in 1966. After 30 years, he became partners with the Interpublic Group, forming the Coleman Worldwide Partnership, comprised of the finest brand design firms in 18 countries. His friendship and mentorship with those partners endures today. [...]

Could our passport photos one day be in 3D?

Could our passport photos one day be in 3D?

By on Nov 15, 2012 in Asia, Fun Stuff, Gadgets, Japan, Photography, Regions, Travel Equipment, Travel Miscellany   - Read 2591 times

Remember those days when you used to have to go and find a photo booth to get your passport photo done?  I suspect that most people probably do them on their home PC nowadays, but those photo booths still exist.   But in Japan they’re busy taking them to the next level. Technology is moving [...]

5 of the world’s craziest road junctions

5 of the world’s craziest road junctions

By on Nov 13, 2012 in Eastern Europe, Europe, India, Japan, Regions, Road Travel, Russia, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Videos, Vietnam   - Read 2335 times

Are you one of these people who gets a little nervous at the prospect of driving a car when you travel overseas?  If so, then look away now. We’ve scoured YouTube to bring you footage from some of the worst junctions around the world. If you know of any that are worse, then please let [...]

The ultimate use for those old phone boxes?

The ultimate use for those old phone boxes?

By on Nov 06, 2012 in Asia, Fun Stuff, Japan, Regions, Travel Miscellany   - Read 3037 times

With more and more people owning mobiles over the last two decades, telephone boxes have become pretty much obsolete. Here in the UK they’ve been used for mini-libraries and even for plant exchanges. But in Japan it seems they’ve come up with something even more original – a giant goldfish aquarium. The idea comes from [...]

Top 10 places you won’t find on Google Maps

Top 10 places you won’t find on Google Maps

By on Oct 28, 2012 in Alaska, Asia, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Germany, Japan, Kuwait, Middle East, Netherlands, New York, North America, North Korea, Portugal, Regions, Russia, Travel Miscellany, USA, Videos, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 5063 times

I stumbled upon this video recently, and thought it was rather interesting, so am sharing it here even though there’s no obvious luxury angle. Since even Nevada’s much-talked about Area 51 can be found on Google Maps (though admittedly, much of the operations there probably take place underground), it’s interesting to see what places are hidden. [...]

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