Destination of the Month
Japan
Cherry blossoms, delicious food, friendly people, and unique culture- there's so much to love about the "Land of the Rising Sun".
Landmark of the Month
Mt. Fuji
Located west of the hustle and bustle of Tokyo, you'll find the sacred Mt. Fuji. Official climbing season for this magnificent landmark is July and August so get ready to strap on your best hiking shoes!
Cuisine of the Month
Japanese
Sushi, sashimi, and ramen are all popular Japanese dishes but have you heard about fugu, chankonabe, and yakinku? Get a taste of some of the yummiest seafood, rice, and noodle dishes.
Off The Beaten Path
Shiretoko National Park
Located on a remote corner of Hokkaido, you'll find a park filled with lakes, falls, and Japan's largest bear population.
Language of the Month
Japanese
Whether if you're traveling there son or catching up on your favorite manga, there's always interesting things to learn about Japanese.
Georgia, USA
Georgia is more diverse than many people realize, with a scenic seacoast, mountains and large cities as well as extensive rural areas. In 2017 rock on at one of Georgia’s 75 music festivals, such as June’s AthFest in Athens, home of the B-52’s and R.E.M.
Oman
Until 1970, Oman was an under-developed nation, and almost completely closed to visitors. Since that time, education, public works and tourism have taken off throughout the country. In 2017 the US$120-million Majarat Oman, a futuristic theme park for families, is set to debut.
Moscow, Russia
A truly iconic, global city, Moscow has played a central role in the development of Russia and the world. In 2017 the city will host football matches in the Confederations Cup and in 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Seoul, South Korea
A fascinating blend of ancient traditions and cutting-edge digital technology, home to endless street food vendors and vast nightlife districts, Seoul is a city filled with stark contrasts. In 2017 the city will unveil the Seoul Skygarden, touted to rival New York's hugely popular High Line park.
Papua New Guinea
For people who can make it out here, the experience is unforgettable. The incredible natural beauty is simply indescribable. In 2017 come and celebrate one of the cultural events: Mask Festival in Kokopo, the Mount Hagen Cultural Show, and the Canoe and Kundu Drum Festival in Alotau.
TRAVEL ALERTS
- Death toll soars in India monsoon floods, (17 Aug 2018)
- NSW battles dozens of winter bushfires, (17 Aug 2018)
- Yosemite Closed Indefinitely, (12 Aug 2018)
- Romanians in fresh protests after clashes, (12 Aug 2018)
- 1,600 evacuated as floods hit France, (12 Aug 2018)
- Ryanair strike hits 55K passengers in EU, (12 Aug 2018)
