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20 great destinations for shopping

20 great destinations for shopping Apr 2nd, 2010 at 3:00PM: Shoppers of all kinds will fall in love with the places that made this list of the top 20 cities for shopping. Whether you live nearby or are planning a trip, this list offers places ideal for anyone in need of some retail therapy. New Orleans, Louisiana The French Quarter and Bourbon Street are only the starting point in the unique shopping destinations you'll find in New Orleans. Stroll ...

Ten Great Cities for Photography

Ten Great Cities for Photography Jan 22nd, 2010 at 4:21PM: Some cities just draw you in, beckoning you to capture their souls on camera. There are billions of places in the world where photo ops abound -- The Pyramids, Rome, London, and The Great Wall of China are a few of the most famous examples. Here are ten less common places where magnificent scenery, people, and everyday life are like no other -- and can lead to some terrific travel photography. ...

Big in Japan: A Look Inside My Tokyo Apartment

Big in Japan: A Look Inside My Tokyo Apartment Sep 14th, 2007 at 9:30AM: This week I decided that I needed a change of surroundings, so I moved to the Nakameguro (???) district in Tokyo. It's a highly-respectable neighborhood bordering on the entertainment district of Shibuya (??) and the wealthy residential district of Yebisu (???). To simplify things a bit, it's within easy striking (or stumbling) distance of the bar and club scene, yet offers all the peace and ...

Big in Japan: The Myth About Money

Big in Japan: The Myth About Money Aug 17th, 2007 at 12:30PM: Let's start off by dispelling a common myth - are you ready for this? (I know you're not going to believe me, but just bare with me for a few moments). Japan is not astronomically expensive. There - I said it. In fact, compared with most major cities in North America and Europe, I'd argue that it's a bargain. Are you still reading this? I fear that I may have already lost most of my audience with ...

Photo of the Day (6/30/07)

Photo of the Day (6/30/07) Jun 30th, 2007 at 10:03PM: It's Saturday night, the mood is right and so it is time to hit the streets of Shibuya - right? These night time city lights were captured by sarah.and.michael while hanging around Japan in 2005 sometime. Lucky them and nice shot! ...

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