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4 Days in Tokyo: Souffle Pancakes, Sushi Making, and a Ramen Reunion
After a wonderful week exploring Kyoto, we boarded the Shinkansen bullet train and headed to Tokyo for the grand finale of Dana’s 50th birthday trip. Tokyo is a massive, sprawling metropolis that can easily overwhelm first-time visitors. Because we wanted a mix of traditional charm and modern convenience, we chose to base ourselves in the…
One Week in Kyoto: The Ultimate Home Base Itinerary
Packing up a suitcase every two days can cause serious travel burnout. When we planned Dana’s 50th birthday trip to Japan, we decided to change our strategy entirely. We booked a single boutique hotel in Kyoto for a full week! Using Kyoto as a central hub allowed us to explore the city deeply and gave…
A Taste of Old Town Central: Our 7-Course Hong Kong Food Tour Review
Food serves as the absolute best way to connect with a new city. When we planned Dana’s 50th birthday trip to Hong Kong, booking a local food tour sat at the top of our list. We spent our third afternoon sweating through the September heat and eating our way through the historic streets. We booked…
6 Days in Hong Kong and Macau: The Perfect Itinerary
We are finally back from Dana’s 50th birthday trip! Our 19-day Asian adventure kicked off with an amazing six days in Hong Kong. We returned home with a camera full of photos and an incredible list of recommendations for you. We originally planned to move hotels halfway through the week, but staying in Kowloon the…
Cathay Pacific Business Class Review: YVR Lounge and the New Aria Suites
To kick off Dana’s 50th birthday trip, we knew we wanted to start the celebration before we even reached our destination. We are not wealthy enough to pay out of pocket for luxury flights, so we relied on our favorite travel strategy – using points. By converting our American Express credit card points into Cathay…
How to Plan a Multi-Country Asia Trip (Without Getting Overwhelmed)
Asia is the ultimate travel destination. From the neon-lit streets of Tokyo to the floating markets of Thailand and the ancient temples of Vietnam, it offers an incredible mix of culture, food, and adventure. It is no wonder that multi-country Asia trips are becoming the go-to choice for milestone vacations, honeymoons, and 50th birthday celebrations.…
12 Days in India: Delhi, The Taj Mahal, and a Tiger Safari
After finishing up a two-week adventure through Vietnam, I did not fly straight home to Vancouver. I took a detour to New Delhi for a 12-day work trip. While this was not officially part of my 50th birthday solo trip, having the opportunity to meet my remote team in person and explore India was an…
Planning Our 19-Day Asia Trip: Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan
September is just around the corner, and we are in full trip-planning mode at Good Journey. To celebrate Dana’s 50th birthday, we knew we had to plan something spectacular. We are heading across the world for a 19-day adventure through Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan. I am a big-time planner, and I love mapping out…
14 Days in Vietnam: Scooter Food Tours, Custom Suits, and Egg Coffee
The final leg of my 50th birthday solo trip across Asia brought me to Vietnam. I spent a full two weeks slowly making my way from the bustling streets of the south to the historic capital in the north. Vietnam is a country that completely captures your heart. The food is out of this world,…
3 Days in Bangkok: Scooter Rides, Food Tours, and River Cruises
Bangkok is a big, fast-moving city that hits you with an incredible mix of sounds, smells, and lights the moment you arrive. You definitely will not get bored here. As the third stop on my 3-week solo trip for my 50th birthday, Bangkok delivered exactly the kind of vibrant chaos I was looking for. Navigating…
