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Confidently Plan Your First Trip to Kyoto

Traditional wooden storefront in Kyoto with a blue noren curtain displaying the Japanese text “永楽屋” and a red lantern outside the entrance. A signboard reads “Tenugui Japanese hand towel” beside a display of neatly arranged textiles inside, capturing a cultural shopping stop on a Kyoto 3 day itinerary.

This guide is everything I wish I knew before going to Kyoto for the first time. You’ll learn how to plan your trip without overstuffing your itinerary, where to stay for easy access to the city, how to get around smoothly, and what to expect when it comes to culture, food, and daily logistics.

Floor-to-ceiling windows frame an uninterrupted view of Hong Kong Island’s glittering skyscrapers, making it a perfect spot to watch the nightly Symphony of Lights show. Aqua restaurant is one of Hong Kong’s most iconic dining destinations, offering a luxurious experience with some of the best panoramic views of the Victoria Harbour skyline.

Best Hong Kong Food Experiences for Gourmet Travellers

My top Hong Kong food experiences for flavour seekers. I’ve been lucky to get to savour flavours at restaurants ranging in prices from mid-tier to premium, fine-dining. You’re in the right place if you want to know where to find the best traditional dim sum, where to do affordable fine-dining, and where are some of the best restaurants with a view of the impeccable Victoria Harbour. 

Woman standing on a painted stairway. The stairs are painted with pictures of flowers in orange and blue.

Travel Handbag Essentials: What to Pack (and Skip)

I’ve got you covered on handbag essentials you should bring in your travel purse (and what you should leave home) that’ll get you from art gallery visits to al fresco fine-dining. Whether you’re a city-explorer going for a long-weekend trip, or a solo traveller booking her first grand tour of Europe, you’ll know the exact travel packing tips to feel safe, connected, comfortable, healthy, and chic.