Traveling in Shanghai for a few days, an energetic city and one of China’s and Asia’s main hubs.

A few days exploring one of the oldest cities in the world, Beijing.

A Hakone stay at Lake Ashi with at Hotel de Yama, overlooking the Hakone Azalea Fair.

A peaceful Hakone getaway at the Hoshino Resorts KAI Sengokuhara, a luxurious boutique ryokan with private onsen hot spings.

Visiting the western part of Kauai, Hawaii, the place of my childhood summers with spots like Waimea Canyon, Polihale Beach, Kokeʻe and Waimea.

Poke at its origin - these are some Honolulu poke spots that you can’t go wrong with.

Scenic spots and good eats in East Honolulu, from Kahala to Makapu’u.

Watching the first sunrise of the new year from atop a mountain in Japan.

A detour stop in Nakano city, a rural district in Nagano prefecture with amazing apples.

Snow monkeys and onsen hot springs in an old Japanese town in the mountains.

A one-day trip to Matsumoto, a city in the Nagano prefecture near the Japanese Alps.

Japan’s fall colors are absolutely beautiful, and Kyoto is one of the best places to go for them.

A first taste of Seoul’s hot spots, historical sights and delicious foods.

A great night in Nikko at Hoshino Resorts KAI Kinugawa.

A weekend trip to Nikko, one of the closest UNESCO World Heritage spots to Tokyo.

A day trip to a big Buddha statue and some historical sights in the seaside neighborhood.

A day trip to Koshu, Yamanashi, known for some of the best grapes in Japan.

Here are my favorite authentic Hakata ramen spots after living in the area for five years.

A French-Japonais dining experience at one of Hawaii’s most exclusive restaurants.

Touring a beautiful, snowy Banff National Park.