Last week I wrote this post on learning to navigate a new city. As promised, here is its sequel – a practical example demonstrating how to apply the principles of navigation and map annotation to one of my favorite cities – Rome. I’ve found that one of the most common fears expressed by travelers, especially solo travelers, is […]
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Learn to Navigate a New City in 6 Easy Steps
I have an almost comically bad sense of direction. Unless I am inside my own house, I’m always a little bit lost. It takes me a while – and a fair amount of trial and error – to be comfortable navigating a new place. While getting lost may be one of the more exciting ways […]
The Japan Rail Pass – One Godzilla of a Deal
Japan is a rich nation – rich in history and culture, traditions and art, geographic diversity and natural beauty. At the same time, it’s a small country with a booming economy and infrastructure to match. There are a veritable smorgasbord of ways to experience all that Japan has to offer. After a whirlwind adventure visiting six […]