Is Japan Expensive To Visit?

Above, Tokyo Tower. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

The weak yen is attracting visitors to Japan from the U.S.and elsewhere. Some businesses have been raising prices to counter this weakness.

The question, Is Japan Expensive To Visit? has been asked by many for years.

The Planet D delves into that question and has some answers.

They begin with:

Try to find out whether Japan is an expensive country to visit, and you’ll quickly find yourself in a rabbit hole without a definitive answer. There is a lot of conflicting information online about the travel costs in Japan; some swear it’s the priciest country they’ve been to, while others are raving about fantastic $5 meals. 

So, is Japan really as expensive as some people say? It’s both a yes and a no. Some things in the country, like transportation, are very expensive, and others are not. The balance is there, and a trip to Japan is possible on any budget.

We have visited Japan several times and have based this article on our experiences. Here’s what you need to know when budgeting for a trip to Japan!

To read more, go here. 

Best Places To Visit In Colorado

Above, Mesa Verde National Park is one of the best places to visit. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Living within a "stone's throw" of the Four Corners in the Southwest U.S. provides plenty of places to see and things to do.  

One of them is the state of Colorado, which is about three hours (or less) away.  If one enjoys camping, Colorado has plenty of places to camp at.

I have been to Colorado several times during the past four years, most recently in September to see the John Wayne Cancer Foundation's half marathon runs near Ridgway (where scenes in True Grit (1969) were filmed. 

The Planet D has an article on 29 best places to visit in Colorado.

They start it with:

It is no exaggeration to say that there are hundreds of amazing places to visit in Colorado. Colorado is an incredible US destination, with some of the best outdoor activities. You could head to a mountain town and enjoy activities like hiking, horseback riding, fly fishing, rock climbing, and mountain biking. Or, head to one of Colorado’s amazing cities. Colorado has plenty of cultural activities as well.

So, where are the best places to visit in Colorado? Sure, visit famous destinations like Rocky Mountain National Park, but this guide includes a mix of the popular and lesser-known. We’ll introduce you to the top 29 places to visit in Colorado – let’s dive straight in.

To read more, go here.