by jeanne | Jun 30, 2019 | Featured, Japan, Universal Studios, Wizarding World of Harry Potter
We absolutely loved Universal Studios Japan. We’re already big fans of Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood, but we weren’t sure what to expect in Osaka. After spending a full day at the park, we absolutely fell in love! There are some...
by jeanne | Jun 28, 2019 | Japan
Have you heard about the rainy season in Japan? There are certain times of year when you can definitely expect rain, or even a torrential downpour. Being soaked in the rain really triggers my travel anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) because it feels...
by jeanne | Jun 26, 2019 | Japan
If you plan to visit Osaka, you can’t skip Dotonbori! Yes, it’s a bit of a tourist trap, but it’s worth it. There’s so much going on that it can be a bit overwhelming. Between the huge crowds, the shops, restaurants and bright lights, you may not even know...
by jeanne | Jun 24, 2019 | Japan
During our recent trip to Japan, we spent one night at The Knot Tokyo Shinjuku. Our stay was very short, but we’d like to share our impressions in case you’re considering a visit! We had no idea what to expect after taking the train in from Osaka, so we hope...
by jeanne | Jun 21, 2019 | Japan, Universal Studios
When it was time to make our way to Japan, we were really excited. Still, I was a little nervous about taking Hayley because the hotel rooms in Asia tend to be a lot smaller than they are in North America. It took a leap of faith, and I’m so glad we went! There...