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If you’d told me at the beginning of our journey that I would be walking down avenues filled with Cherry blossom trees, in one of the most world-renown cities in the world, I probably would’ve said, “Yeah, yeah, maybe one day…” (with a glimmer of hope that we would in fact one day get to go, but not actually believing it). Fast forward to early April 2017, and there we were. Standing in the middle of the road, surrounded by prepossessing pink blossoms, and the eloquent people of Tokyo walking their dogs (mostly the Akita breed, after famed and respected Hachiko made an impression), or walking to work, clothed in black suits and fashionable printed scarves. “WE’VE MADE IT TO...

Bright and bold Pagodas, sakura-inspired cotton candy, Shrines and Temples with exuberant beauty, taller-than-tall-skyscraper bamboo forests, a city led by tradition. Kyoto was everything we wanted it to be and more. Now let me begin by saying that Japan has been high on our “must visit list” (aka our Wanderlist) since day zero. Six items on our list are dedicated to Japan, and we thankfully ticked off four during our week-long visit to this ancient city, so you can already see where this post is going…YES, WE ARE IN LOVE WITH JAPAN. SO MUCH SO THAT I FELT THE NEED TO USE CAPS TO REALLY HIGHLIGHT THE FACT THAT WE ARE IN LOVE WITH IT. HOPE THAT’S COMING ACROSS CLEARY. Strategically...

Traveling internationally can be an enriching and memorable experience, but it often comes with a hefty price tag. Proper budgeting can make your journey more enjoyable and stress-free. So whether you’re leaving the States behind for an African or Asian adventure, or, like Chanel and Stevo you’re thinking about more European travels, here are some practical tips to help you plan and stick to a budget for your next international adventure.  Tips For Budgeting An International Trip Set A Clear Budget Before you even begin planning, determine how much you can afford to spend. This overall budget should include all aspects of your trip. Make sure to set a spending limit for the following: Research Destination Costs Understanding the cost...
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