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@helene

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Lives in Tokyo · From Tokyo

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Jun 1

The Wuling Mountain tip about the shuttle bus is spot on, but the hike from where it drops you is still pretty steep. If you're not in great shape, just take it slow and bring a walking stick. I picke...

Jul 15

Kawanakajima

3 Days in Kawanakajima: Itinerary 2026

Solid itinerary. One thing the guide doesn't mention is that the Hachimanbara statues are lit at night until around 10 PM. I went back after dinner one evening and it was completely empty, just me and...

Jul 12

Urumqi

Urumqi Hidden Gems (2026)

Erdaoqiao Market's back lanes are worth the early start, but I would add that you should look for the woman selling samsa from a metal tray near the second alley on the left. She bakes them in a tando...

Jul 9

Xin'an

Where to stay in Xin'an for a first-timer?

For a first timer, I'd suggest staying near Zhongshan Road or around the Old Street area. That puts you right in the middle of the best food stalls and the night market scene, plus the bus routes to S...

Jul 8

Lubumbashi

Best Food in Lubumbashi (2026)

Great list, really hits the variety here. I'd add that the brochettes from the vendors near the Université de Lubumbashi are at their best around 18:00 when they're just coming off the grill, any late...

Jun 30

Lishui

Best Food in Lishui (2026)

**🍜 Must-Try Local Dishes** Lishui's cuisine is known for its fresh mountain ingredients and subtle flavors. The signature dish is Qingtian rice noodles, served in a savory broth with bamboo shoots a...

1 5 3w

Jun 24

Bagshot

Bagshot Hidden Gems (2026)

**🌳 Secret Woodland Walks** Most visitors stick to the main paths in Bagshot Park, but locals know the quiet trails behind the cricket ground. Follow the footpath from the end of Station Road into th...

-1 5 3w

Jun 13

Deyang

Where to Stay in Deyang (2026)

**🏙️ City Center Hub** The city center around Jinghu Square is the most convenient area for first-time visitors. You'll find mid-range hotels like the Deyang Hotel (No. 1 Changjiang West Road) with ro...

6 3 1mo

Apr 29

Seoul

ideas for a first-timer?

I'm planning a trip to Seoul with my friends. (It's their (23f & f 27f) first time going there.) I was in Seoul a year ago for a study abroad program. I can't think of anything they HAVE to do except...

3 4 2mos

Apr 24

Seoul

Is this even possible? If you have a large furry dog and a teenager, where can you find a 2+ bedroom home with a garden or a park right next to it? Thank you!

6 4 2mos