Make Sure You Have Time for Pompeii

A small taste of Pompeii Something that we did not realize about the ruins of Pompeii is just how huge it is. The excavated ruins cover an area of approximately 170 acres. This is approximately the...

Visit the Bowels of the Coliseum

The coliseum is a beautiful building that is at the top of everybody's list of things to see when in Rome. And from our experience it is definitely worth it! It is amazing to walk through such a...

Carry Cash in Japan

Today's tip is almost an extension to my other tip while in Japan where I explained the value of the Passmo card. This tip however is to make sure you carry cash in Japan. Despite major cities in...

Transport in and around Colombo, Sri Lanka

I have just come back from a 10-day trip to Sri Lanka and while there I have learned a few things about getting around in Colombo and the surrounding areas. There are a few ways to get around in...

Visiting Japan? Get a Passmo

When visiting Japan, if you have any intention of using public transit at all, get a Passmo card! This card can be loaded with money and used to take metro, buses, and can even be used in many...

How to go to The Yuen Yuen Institute & Western Monastery

The Yuen Yuen Instutute and Western Monastery are standing on the foothill area of Lo Wai Tsuen (Old Walled Village). The location of Lo Wai Tsuen (Old Walled Village) is the mountain area above...