Vlog: Shinkansen ‘n’ Ramen (Japanese Bullet Train and Japanese Noodles)
If you’re traveling to Japan, make sure to include a trip on the Shinkansen (the Japanese bullet train) on your list of things to experience. The train moved at speeds up to 186 miles per hour but is so smooth that you could walk up and down the isles with scolding hot green tea without the fear of getting burned. Let’s also not forget the train has wifi, futuristic toilets Japan is famous for, and electrical outlets at each seat. Once you ride the Shinkansen, you’re never going to want to ride another train again. But the best part about riding the Shinkansen isn’t...
Read MoreVlog: Alex’s First Churrascaria
A Churrascaria (Chu-Ra-Sca-Ria) is a Brazilian barbecue house that specializes in amazing, delicious, savory varieties of grilled meats. Chicken, steak, pork, lamb; you name it, it’s served (who ordered the Chicken Hearts?). Each dish is cut off the skewer in front of you directly on to your plate. Halfway through the meal, I joked I didn’t understand why we weren’t staying IN the churrascaria. No, seriously. They could have just set me up a bed by a table so I could eat and fall asleep at my leisure – literal #foodporn heaven. After this experience, I’ve decided...
Read MoreRec in a Sec: 5 Things to do in Boston in Under 24 Hours
Alright…so you are from out of town and you are visiting Boston. You have 24 hours to MAXIMIZE your time in the city and get a true sense as to what it’s like. So…what five things should you do? Having just visited my former city, I’ve whipped up an Itinerary of 5 things to maximize your day while in Boston – giving you a good sense of some places (both above and below the radar) that you’ll want to check out. So without further ado, here’s what we’re going to do: Walk up Newbury Street, through the Boston Commons, and Beacon...
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