shirakawa-go - experience an idyllic japanese village with authentic overnight stays

japan is famous for its one of a kind cultural experiences and sprawling techno cities. it’s also known for the serene mountains, fields and forests lying outside of town. a few hours away from the city of nagoya, or four hours from kyoto, lies a very special and stunningly beautiful cultural experience in the village of shirakawa-go.

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japan is one of my favourite countries in the world, and perhaps the one i’ve visited the most. i’ve been planning my first international trip, and japan is still top of my list - where to go, is the trickier question. tokyo and kyoto are rich, multilayered cities that one could spend months in and barely scrape the surface of, but if you’re looking to beat the crowds and venture outside of these tourist hubs, then the lesser known niigata prefecture is well worth a visit. to the northwest of tokyo and stretching some 240km along the sea of japan, niigata is like a macrocosm of the best of the country, boasting both incredible scenery and a rich cultural history. from cherry blossoms, to world class art, to a thriving geisha district, these are the best things to see in niigata prefecture.

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across the universe: the world’s 5 best hotels for stargazing

“Be clearly aware of the stars and infinity on high. Then life seems almost enchanted after all,” vincent van gogh wrote of the night sky. van gogh captured the utter magic of the celestial sphere in his work, and his fascination with the heavens is one that’s not unique. the night sky has captivated and puzzled humans from the beginning of time, but with most of us living in the urban centres of the world, a full night sky is a sight we rarely get to experience. from ultra-minimal forest cabins in japan to glamping in the australian outback, we’ve got the best enchanted stays across the world.