It's no secret that Japan is experiencing overtourism, but actually it's only parts of Japan-because too many tourists are gathering in major cities like Tokyo and Kyoto. A wonderful way to avoid the ...

Kyushu, often passed over by international visitors, is rich in crafts, history and culture. Here are four destinations to consider. Photographs and Text by Rachel Herring If I stared too long, the ...

A small plaza in Ericeira, Portugal. Despite their tiny size, small towns can be packed with personality, history, and, of course, beauty. Some, like Banff or Grindelwald, are flanked by soaring ...

When it comes to seasonal highlights, Japan might be best known for its wave of pink cherry blossoms, or sakura, in spring. But its fall counterpart-the koyo, referring to the autumn phenomenon of ...

With cobbled streets centred around a willow-lined canal, the historical quarter of Bikan in Kurashiki is one of the prettiest in Japan. It’s on the Seto Inland Sea coast; travellers can drift along ...

From an island off of North Carolina to a coastal village on Japan’s Izu Peninsula, these are the most beautiful beach towns in the world. Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of ...

Sydney-based teacher and luxury houseboat owner Jess Beson connects to her roots in Japan - especially when stepping off the ...

In spring, they come for the cherry blossoms. In fall, for the foliage tours. Now, more travelers are booking winter trips to Japan, as the country's reputation as a world-class skiing destination ...

Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the ...