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Should you get travel insurance for domestic trips?

The notion that you don’t need travel insurance when you travel domestically is a common travel insurance myth. Getty Images/iStockphoto A lot goes into planning a trip. From time spent creating the perfect itinerary to money spent on travel and lodging, you have a lot invested in everything going smoothly. But life doesn’t always follow

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Travel Mistakes That Are Increasing Your Carbon Footprint

Travel provides an exciting opportunity to explore different cultures, taste new cuisines and make long-lasting memories. With rising concerns about climate change, however, it’s important to be mindful of the impact our vacations have on the environment. Travelers are often unaware of the carbon footprint associated with their choices of lodging, activities, transit and more.

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What is Yuzu? Japan’s Favorite Citrus

Yuzu is a fragrant citrus that grows primarily in Japan and is used in many Japanese dishes. Similar to a floral lemon, its tart flavor makes it a popular condiment. Let’s have a look at what it is and how to incorporate it into your cooking and other areas of life. What is Yuzu? Yuzu

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Maria Seiren On Winning the First Japan’s Got Talent

Opera singer Maria Seiren has been singing professionally on the Tokyo scene for a decade now and is the director of the opera company Mondo Parallelo. Her unique talents were recognized by a nationwide audience in February when she won the first ever Japan’s Got Talent finals. Moving seamlessly between tenor and soprano vocal ranges,

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Top 8 Summer Holiday Destinations in Europe

When the school year ends, and the out-of-office messages are non-stop, what better time to indulge your sense of adventure? Visiting Europe is the ideal summer holiday destination thanks to the ease of traveling between multiple locations, all offering their own unique experiences. From the historic castles of Scotland to the crystal blue waters of

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5 Alternatives to Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari Shrine

Japan’s ancient capital of Kyoto recently featured on time’s list of the World’s Greatest Places of 2023, along with Nagoya. While the latter is a little surprising, Kyoto’s inclusion certainly isn’t. Home to countless shrines and temples, it is considered the cultural center of many Japanese traditions. However, great popularity and importance, plus undeniable photogenic

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