Staying in Fujiyoshida was a must-do during our month-long trip to Japan. That’s because this city is one of the best places to get a view of Mount Fuji. In fact, we planned it as we were making our way from Tokyo to the western parts of the country. Since we were on a tight…
Accommodations
Why Legend Hotel Kaohsiung Pier 2 Will Exceed Your Expectation
During our three months of living in Taiwan, we took a trip to Kaohsiung as part of our southern Taiwan trip. As we were spending four nights in Kaohsiung, we were looking for a centrally located hotel close to the MRT. After researching hotels, we chose Legend Hotel Kaohsiung Pier 2 given its fair price…
Executive Motel Taupo New Zealand | Perfectly Situated For Our 12 Mile Hike
If you are visiting the North Island of New Zealand, there’s a good chance that you’ll stop by in beautiful Rotorua. You may also even be considering the Tongariro Alpine Crossing (totally the highlight of my trip). If you are looking for a place to stay for the big hike that’s within a reasonable price,…
Aloft Taipei Zhongshan | A Comprehensive Review Of This Hotel
During our year of travel, we planned to stay in Taiwan for three months. We struggled to find accommodations online and decided to stay in a hotel for a few weeks while looking for an apartment. We chose the Aloft Taipei Zhongshan based on location, points redemption and service. If you are visiting Taipei and…
Smith Suites Chiang Mai | How a $425 apartment made a year of travel possible
Before I give you the full scope on Smith Suites, I need to tell you an important story. Ready? Here goes. Once upon a time on a cold Toronto Sunday in 2015, I numbed my sadness by binge reading one of my favourite FIRE bloggers. For context, that year was a rough one for me;…