“Travel far, travel often, and travel without regrets“
From the Atlas
-
Vegetarian in Japan: How I Thrived (Not Just Survived!) Part 2
Part 2: Kyoto This is the second in my three-part series on how I thrived as a vegetarian in Japan. Part 2 is wholly dedicated to Kyoto and all the wholesome food I discovered there. If you haven’t read Part 1: Tokyo, you can find it here. Kyoto is truly a heaven-sent city for vegetarians…
-
Vegetarian in Japan: How I Thrived (Not Just Survived!)
Part 1: Tokyo One of the questions I get asked most often as a vegetarian traveller is, “How did you survive in Japan?”The truth is I didn’t just survive, I thrived! Japan turned out to be a haven for fresh, high-quality produce and simple, clean flavours that let the ingredients shine. From crisp tempura to…
-
How I Travelled from Kawaguchiko to Hakone (and Why it was Worth it)
Anyone planning a trip to Japan has probably come across Hakone. Just a short hop from Tokyo, it’s a mountain town best known for its onsens, autumn foliage, and fleeting views of Mt Fuji. That was reason enough for it to make it onto my first Japan itinerary. But when I sat down to plan,…
-
Beyond the Checklist: Slowing Down with Mount Fuji at Kawaguchiko
If you haven’t already read Part 1 of my rainy-day Kawaguchiko adventures, you can find it here. After the rain and mist of Day 1, Day 2 dawned with glorious blue skies and glorious views of the majestic Mt. Fuji. I’ll admit—I briefly considered cramming in everything I’d missed along with all that I still…
-
No Fuji-san in Sight – A Rainy Day at Lake Kawaguchiko
Seeing Mt. Fuji is high on most people’s lists when visiting Japan, and it was no different for me. After barely 24 hours in Tokyo, I was already on my way to Kawaguchiko, eager for that first glimpse of Fuji-san. A two-hour ride on the Fuji Excursion train, maps and plans in hand—I was all…
-
Bikaner in a Day: Palaces, Havelis & Hidden Stories
When a friend asked if I wanted to visit Bikaner, my answer was a resounding yes! Famous for its havelis and palaces, this desert city has long been on my list. The catch? I had just about 15 hours to explore.
Subscribe
Love uncovering hidden gems and timeless stories? Subscribe to join my little storyteller’s circle—where every journey comes with a tale worth keeping.