Kobe is only half an hour from Osaka on the express train and Osaka, Kyoto & Nara forms a triangle, half hour each way ( Read more... )

Did a Lonely Planet suggested walk from Southern to Northern part of Eastern Kyoto and ended up in Gion district by the late afternoon ( Read more... )

Temperature: -1 to 11 Degree Celcius ( Read more... )

Autumn leaves falling from the sky, what a magnificent sight ( Read more... )

Exchange rate: 1000¥ = 16AUD ( Read more... )

The flight from Sydney to Cairns was smooth, all thanks to Sutherand dearest who drove us from our lobby to the airport's doorstep at 0530 in the wee hours before dawn. Despite only 3h of sleep (seriously deprived), I was unbelievably enthusiastic and energetic. My backpack must be under 10kg and very light which is highly unusual too. I know I ( Read more... )