For the past few years, it has been fashionable to seek out places to observe cherry blossoms outside of Japan (the traditional hanami), and Paris is no exception. Thanks to its old cherry tree (sato sakura), the Jardin des Plantes…
For the past few years, it has been fashionable to seek out places to observe cherry blossoms outside of Japan (the traditional hanami), and Paris is no exception. Thanks to its old cherry tree (sato sakura), the Jardin des Plantes…
Are you planning your trip to Paris, perhaps this summer for the 2024 Olympics? You might discover that…
20 March 2024
Hanami, literally “looking at flowers,” is an institution in Japan. Every year, at the time of sakura blossoms,…
18 March 2024
I am excited to announce the release of the Lonely Planet guidebook on Reunion Island, to which I…
22 January 2024
In bustling Châtelet, surrounded by the paths of tourists and locals alike, stands the Tour Saint-Jacques (Saint-Jacques Tower).…
12 November 2023
In early October, I found myself exploring the streets and alleys of Istanbul for a fleeting three days.…
22 October 2023
With its rich tapestry of history, culture, and modern attractions, Turkey’s metropolis can be mesmerising. Spending 3 days…
21 October 2023