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Expertly blending ancient traditions and modern life, Japan is a country that fascinates travellers from all over the world, and for a good reason

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From technology and innovativeness that has seemingly stepped out of the screen of a futuristic sci-fi show to the stunning natural landscape to the customs that have shaped the country that stands today, the variety of Japan and its culture is intriguing.  The home of Manga, anime and cosplay; the traditional kimono garment and geisha; the legends of the Samurai and ninjas; the foods that please palates the world over; the weird and the wonderful vending machines and cat cafes; and the juxtaposition of the bustling cities and natural spaces that both exude splendour in their own unique ways. Japan...

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9 Leather Duffle Bags to Let You Travel in Serious Style

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Half the fun of traveling is getting to break out your luggage and show it off to your fellow travelers. Sure, packing is a beast, but half the fun of your pre-trip routine is breaking out that beloved bag to stuff it full of all the things you’ll need to make fantastic memories. And few bags are better suited to the task than a leather duffle bag. These weekender bags are made to carry all the things you might need for more than just a weekend away; spacious interiors allow you to fill it to the brim while ensuring everything...

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There’s been a lot of focus in the last few months about what we’re wearing inside, but given how important it is to get at least 20 minutes of outdoor time every day, the founders of Alder–a Toronto-based recreational apparel line–want you to...

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“People are living differently than they have before, and using the spaces around them differently than they have before,” says co-founder Mikayla Wujec who, prior to starting Alder with marketing entrepreneur Naomi Blackman, was a National Geographic Explorer and environmental scientist. An uptick in people visiting their local park versus traveling to far-flung places “aligns with how we’re trying to shift the idea of outdoor recreation,” Wujec adds. “We want to encourage people to take the performance [function] aspect out of the equation, and just get outdoors for peace of mind and for fun.” Wujec and Blackman began Alder after...

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Happy Monday! As I’m getting ready to head to the airport for the next stop of our October adventures, I wanted to officially share my essential travel electronics with you! I’ve shared a few on my stories and you guys were so into it; I didn’t want...

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Worldwide Travel Converter & Adapter First things first, you’ll need to plug your stuff in! I love this power-strip so much and I’ve been using it for every single trip since 2016, even domestic! It has 4 usb ports and 3 outlets so it’s perfect for my endless electronics! This bundle @ Walmart has an all-in-one adapter extra! I bought that separately before this trip so this bundle is a great deal (mine is from Amazon but same exact one)! USB Humidifier This baby got you guys (& me) the most excited! I get so miserably dry after a long...

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Garment & Shoe Bags 5-Pack Only $20.39 at Amazon | Perfect for Travel

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Hop on over to Amazon where you can snag this B&C Home Goods Garment & Shoe Bags 5-Pack for only $20.39 when you use promo code WILLOW15OFF at checkout. These B&C Home Goods Garment & Shoe Bags are perfect for travel or long-term storage of your clothes and the water-resistant shoe bag ensures your shoes are protected as well. The garment bags come with a metal eyehole that is at the bottom of the bag for easier storage and travel. They feature a clear plastic window that makes it easy to identify what is inside and they have a reinforced...

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