Okunoin Cemetery & Koyasan
Having traveled to Japan many times, friends often ask about your most memorable experience. Mine was World Heritage listed Koyasan, … Continue reading Okunoin Cemetery & Koyasan
Category: hiking
Secrets in Suburban Tokyo: Part 1 – Todoroki Ravine and Ancient Burial Grounds
You get a little slice of everyday suburban Tokyo in Todoroki, in addition to a beautiful forest in a ravine … Continue reading Secrets in Suburban Tokyo: Part 1 – Todoroki Ravine and Ancient Burial Grounds
Tsuwano – Little Kyoto in solitude
Tsuwano embodies many aspects of Japanese heritage and history without the huge crowds of other famous cities. The diversity of … Continue reading Tsuwano – Little Kyoto in solitude
Solitude on the Great Wall of China – Mutianyu
We experienced a walk on the Great Wall in solitude – it was a truly remarkable uplifting experience. Continue reading Solitude on the Great Wall of China – Mutianyu
Tasmanian Road Trip Part 1: Trowutta Arch
A road trip and a truly astonishing short walk. Trowutta Arch was one of our favourite bits of a week … Continue reading Tasmanian Road Trip Part 1: Trowutta Arch
Taroko Gorge, Taiwan
Taroko Gorge was a place that surprised me with rugged natural beauty on the island of Taiwan. Prior to visiting … Continue reading Taroko Gorge, Taiwan
Another civilised wildlife experience in Singapore: Jurong Lake Gardens
I’m catching up with family in Singapore this week, with no work commitments or major plans. Time to recharge the … Continue reading Another civilised wildlife experience in Singapore: Jurong Lake Gardens
Birdwatching in the rice fields near Melaka, Malaysia
Melaka is one of Malaysia’s oldest cities – strategically located on the Straits of Malacca – an essential stopover point … Continue reading Birdwatching in the rice fields near Melaka, Malaysia
Snow monkeys in Japan
OK – this post is for animal lovers – this is the best encounter I have had with animals on … Continue reading Snow monkeys in Japan
Dramatic floating cliffs in Zhangjiajie, China
Have you ever unexpectedly stumbled across amazing photos on a website to the point where you are drawn to visit? … Continue reading Dramatic floating cliffs in Zhangjiajie, China
Feathered Forays and other Natural Adventures 