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The best places to visit in Jerusalem – part 2
August 4, 2019

The best places to visit in Jerusalem – part 2

Temple Mount, the legendary platform built to support the Second Temple, now where Dome of the Rock mosque stands, has very restricted opening time for non-Muslims everyday except Fridays and Saturdays. Arrive early in the morning, we accessed the ground via the elevated walkway next to Western Wall Plaza. It was such a stark view shift. A moment ago we were watching Jewish people, some of them now wearing a Tallit (Jewish prayer shawl) praying in front of the Western Wall, the next second we have the imposing domed mosque arise from the horizon.

Destination, Israel
How to find Wagu Beef in Yakushima
July 4, 2019

How to find Wagu Beef in Yakushima

I have to write a special post just for the best beef I ever had, the Wagu beef in Yakushima. We had incredible luck to try this famous delicacy at its birth place without paying a premium. On the way back from Jymon Sugi trail …

Destination, Japan
The best places to visit in Jerusalem – part 1
July 4, 2019

The best places to visit in Jerusalem – part 1

At the confluence of three most influential religions: Christian, Islam and Judaism, Israel is a fascinating destination. Easily and relatively inexpensively accessible from Europe, though it’s onward connections to the Middle East and Asia are pricey due to the lack of budget airlines serving the country.

Destination, Israel
Ramsgate to Margate – Easy Coastal Walk From London
July 3, 2019

Ramsgate to Margate – Easy Coastal Walk From London

Margate and Ramsgate are both former great British seaside resort towns once filled with middle-class holiday goers. Almost fall into despair at the end of 20th Century, they now once again frequented by day trippers thanks to its close proximity to London, in a humble way though. The walking route from Ramsgate to Margate is mostly along the coast, a big portion of is actually on the beach, if one chose the low path at low tide, makes it a perfect day-out for some sand walking and seafood sampling.

Destination, UK