A Day Away

08/02/2018

https://www.a-day-away.com/blog/shimokitazawa

The indie sister to Shibuya, this neighborhood is teaming with coffee shops, second hand stores, music, and themed bars. Find the best bang for your buck in Shimokitazawa here.

07/29/2018

https://www.a-day-away.com/blog/cheapmichelinintokyo
Michelin starred? Under $15? Yes, and yes

Michelin star dining usually means coupon cutting for a month and still going home with an empty wallet, but not at these establishments. Meet 8 Tokyo restaurants offering heavenly meals for less than a tenner.

07/21/2018

https://www.a-day-away.com/moments/ukinfilm

It is so rare to see images on the internet now that are unedited.  The amount of times I have hiked to a spot only to... well, not see exactly what the photographer "saw", is appalling.  So, here's a roll from a shi**y film camera, totally unedited, to prove just ho

07/16/2018

https://www.a-day-away.com/blog/culinaryconvenience

When you go to Japan, convenience stores take on a whole new meaning, and the ones at home pale in comparison. You can get everything from ice cream, to underwear, to top shelf whisky and most things in between. Read on for the best picks from these magical establishments.

07/12/2018

https://www.a-day-away.com/rants-rambles/japanesefestivals

Japan loves festivals- you can find one nearly every day of the weekend, especially during the summer.  From Shinto festivals to neighborhood shindigs to country showdowns, Tokyo is full of them. However, they are not exactly like the festivals most people think of…

07/08/2018

https://www.a-day-away.com/blog/2018/6/27/24-hours-in-roppongi-tokyo

Roppongi gets a bad rap, there’s plenty to do (and eat) to fill a fabulous day. Here’s a walk-through of the best this neighborhood has to offer.

06/28/2018

https://www.a-day-away.com/blog/ryokan

A Ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn - that means fountains, baths, beauty products, yukatas, and more. Learn more about them and where to find one…Even in the US!

06/21/2018

https://www.a-day-away.com/moments/2018/6/12/rokushina-a-bourdain-flavored-meal

Anthony Bourdain has been an inspiration to me since my early teens. The news of his passing two weeks ago hit me like a ton of bricks- his last book had seemed so much more calm, understanding than his other works. It seems almost ironic now to think I felt he must be in a better place. This post is meant as an ode to the outlandish, blunt, outgoing man I admired for years.
Please, if you feel alone, or needing an ear, contact your local help line, or me

When the news of one of the world’s favorites foodies leaving us hit, the only thing I could think to do was have one of his favorite meals. On a heavy feeling, cloud covered day, the chef’s approved ramen warmed many a belly.

06/18/2018

https://www.a-day-away.com/blog/2018/6/7/a-moment-in-tokyo-golden-gai

Golden G*i is one of those touristy places that are such for a reason… It’s unbelievable! In a city that never gets old, Golden G*i never loses its charm, or its surprises.

06/11/2018

https://www.a-day-away.com/rants-rambles/2018/6/9/the-6-surprising-things-youll-need-for-a-roadtrip

Road trippin’ is not my forte, and there were certainly surprises along the way. Here’s six things we didn’t know we needed.

06/09/2018

https://www.a-day-away.com/blog/2018/6/3/the-lambs-and-wine-of-tintern-parva-vineyards

Moments like these; The Dudleys in Tintern

06/06/2018

Zen might not be in the Scottish vocabulary, but it is all the feels. Hint at our next destination? Maybe

06/03/2018

https://www.a-day-away.com/blog/2018/5/30/a-weekend-in-wales

Wales is a mishmash of every storybook you’ve ever opened, combining serene hillsides and jutting beaches and mountains. Any natural escape you need can be found within a two hour drive in this dreamy country. Our weekend guide combines a taste of all of them in a neat (however quick) package.

05/31/2018

Is this real life?

05/29/2018

Yorkshire crossroads winning our hearts

05/27/2018

Three guesses where 😉

05/20/2018

“Whatcha looking at?”
“Nothing.”

05/16/2018

https://www.a-day-away.com/blog/2018/5/13/scotland-in-pictures

Scotland. Wow. Look.

05/13/2018

Surrounded by Scotland

05/13/2018

https://www.a-day-away.com/blog/2018/5/9/the-scottish-distillery-lowdown-the-penny-pinchers-addition

You can’t visit Scotland without making a few stops for a drink. Why not make it educational?

05/11/2018

And it was a warm one😬🥃

05/08/2018

A day away done right

05/04/2018

Overgrown Titurn Abbey adding even more serenity to the Welsh countryside

05/01/2018

One should always pull over for oysters!

https://www.a-day-away.com/blog/2018/4/29/the-oyster-shack-isle-of-skye

Oysters and dreary weather make the perfect combination on Scotland’s most beautiful isle.

05/01/2018

Make sure to stop and smell the roses (or drink the malted barley) every once in a while

04/29/2018

https://www.a-day-away.com/blog/2018/4/25/an-edinburgh-evening We LOVED our few days in Edinburgh, and we hope with these suggestions, you will too!

Edinburgh is an astounding place to visit, whether you have a day or a month. Here, we rounded up the best sights and deals of our visit to give you a jam-packed evening of Scottish spiced pleasure.

04/26/2018

https://www.a-day-away.com/rants-rambles/2018/4/22/do-dreams-come-true

Sometimes dreams comes true, sometimes they don’t. Here’s the story of a dream car

04/25/2018

Pro tip: Always visit the local markets

04/23/2018

Feeling something like a royal today, what about you?

04/23/2018

https://www.a-day-away.com/blog/2018/4/19/the-london-mashup

London has more than you could ever see in a day, so we made a 24 hour guide that takes you from frugal to fancy within a couple neighborhoods, saving you travel time but not skimping on sights.