2 days in Busan, South Korea: a helpful itinerary

Colourful buildings stacked up the hillside in Gamcheon Cultural village - 2 days in Busan itinerary

South Korea’s second largest city Busan has an excellent array of sights and scenes to keep a visitor occupied. We’ve pulled together our favourites in this itinerary to help you make the most of 2 days in Busan.

Hakone 2 day itinerary: a helpful guide

A pirate ship with the Hakone Shrine and Mount Fuji in the background - 2 days in Hakone itinerary

Travelling to Japan and seeking a view of Mount Fuji? Consider spending 2 days in the beautiful area of Hakone. Spend your time sightseeing with stunning torri gates, a cruise on Lake Ashi and then relaxing at an onsen. Read on to find out how.

How to spend 4 days in Tokyo: Japan’s amazing capital

Senso-ji temple in the foreground with Skytree in the background - 4 days in Tokyo

Japan’s capital metropolis of Tokyo is a city that needs to be seen to be believed. An unenviable amount of people call this city home, and yet it somehow runs like clockwork. Even amongst a crowded train, there is an amazing efficiency and calm amongst a city that might be unnerving anywhere else in the world.

Tokyo is a city that always deserves more time than any visitor can give it. But 4 days in Tokyo is a good start. Read on for our itinerary to explore Japan’s amazing capital.

One day in Osaka: Japan’s ‘other’ city

Osaka often feels like the forgotten cousin of major Japanese cities. But we think it’s a hub of energy, great sights and with the nickname of “Japan’s Kitchen” a lot of good food. Even if you can only squeeze a day in at Osaka, we’ve got you covered.

Read on for our one day in Osaka itinerary to help you get the most out of your visit.

A wonderful Nara day trip from Osaka

Red, yellow and green leaves create a canopy over a road in bright autumnal colour - Nara day trip

Nara is a perfect destination for a day trip. Travelling from Osaka, a day trip is easily managed. Read on to learn how to do it and what to see when you’re there.

Japan: our budget and tips to best manage your money

Japanese yen including notes and coins - managing your money in Japan

Heading to Japan? Read on for our guide to managing your money in Japan. We’ve detailed our budget for our most recent trip and provide insights into how to make sure you’re making the most of your money before you go and once on the ground.

Travelling to Japan for the first time? 25 things to know

Japan is an amazing destination. It can also be somewhat overwhelming for the uninitiated visitor. There are some unique quirks that may surprise first time travellers, so we’ve compiled a list to help give you the heads up before your visit.

23 photos to inspire a visit to Azerbaijan

Images to inspire a visit to Azerbaijan by ourpassionfortravel.com

Azerbaijan may not be incredibly well known to the average western traveller, but we’re hoping to change that! Check out some of our favourite photos from our trip to the ‘Land of Fire’.

21 things to do in Baku, Azerbaijan

Things to do in Baku by ourpassionfortravel.com

Baku is one of the most interesting capital cities you can visit. Sure, it might not elicit the same response as Paris, Rome or Dubai, but it’s lesser known reputation doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do here.
This incredible city has plenty to offer, and its geographic intersection where East meets West provides for a fascinating city. Read on for our guide to the best things to do in the capital of Azerbaijan.