Mark Wiens

When you’re in Tokyo and looking for a nature filled day trip that’s both relaxing and an opportunity to get some exercise, consider Mount Takao.

If you ever visit northern Thailand, specifically Chiang Mai or Chiang Rai, you’ll come across a dish known as khao soi (sometimes spelled khao soy).

When visiting Zanzibar, it’s a great experience to spend some time exploring Stone Town, but if you want a beautiful beach experience, try Nungwi village.

The most impressive part of visiting Lalibela in Ethiopia is touring the incredible monolithic churches, known as the rock churches of Lalibela.

The Borough Market in London is renowned throughout the city for its fantastic produce, artisan food makers, and also for being a historical landmark.

London is perhaps the most photographed city in the world, but that doesn’t mean it’s not still fun to walk around and take photos.

On my short visit to London, a Facebook friend recommended I go to Patty & Bun for a burger, and I would not be disappointed.

The Ameyayokocho Market is one of the best markets to experience in Tokyo if you love shopping, food, and culture, in an action filled environment.

If you are in London on a Saturday, and if you love to eat and hang out, you should make it a point to visit Broadway Market.

Hanauma Bay, southeast of Honolulu, is more than just a beach, it’s a nature preserve and a sea life sanctuary known for its reef and marine life.

If you plan to drive around the island of Oahu when you visit, you’ll undoubtedly hear about the famous “Kahuku shrimp trucks.”

Tokyo’s Senso-ji Temple is one of the most well-known religious sites and attractions in the city, attracting thousands of tourists and locals daily.

An izakaya is a Japanese pub or bar that serves alcoholic beverages and food that tastes good with alcohol. They can be found throughout Tokyo.

Visit the Edo-Tokyo Museum if you’re interested in learning about the history of Tokyo and how it grew to become one of the world’s most influential cities.

Travel tips for how to experience Japan for less, including ways to save money on lodging, transportation, food and sightseeing.

The Ryogoku area of Sumida in Tokyo is also known as sumo town, and can be worth a visit even if you’re not there during sumo wrestling season.

Kuala Lumpur is a city with everything from markets to sky scrapers, and modern facilities to ancient looking street food stalls.

Visiting Pearl Harbor in Hawaii may not be the most fun thing to do, but it’s a place to learn about the history and honor those involved.

Phoenix offers a wide range of mountains to keep even avid hikers entertained. In this post, Mark takes us along on a day hike of the McDowell Mountains.

Served together, a piece of fried chicken and a sweet waffle is one of those sweet and salty combinations that can be so pleasing on the taste buds.