If Day One in Tokyo was a warm-up, Day Two was the main character energy we were waiting for. From ancient temples to fancy knives, from sushi so fresh it practically winked at us, to the sweet, sweet taste of ice-cream vengeance—Tokyo delivered. Hard. Senso-ji: Sensory Overload in the Best Possible Way We kicked offContinue reading “Tokyo Day Two: Senso-ji, Sushi Highs, Ice Cream Redemption & Ginza Glow-Ups”
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From Fuji Sunrises to Tokyo Nights: A Day of Magic, Chaos & Oysters
Mt. Fuji at sunrise. A shrine wedding straight out of a romance drama. Shibuya Crossing madness. Sushi, souvenirs, palace guards, and the world’s most devastating ice-cream rejection. Oh—and oysters worth writing home about. This day in Tokyo had EVERYTHING. Come see how it all unfolded!
Kyoto to Mt. Fuji — The Long Road to Japan’s Iconic Peak
From Kyoto’s quiet charm to Mt. Fuji’s breathtaking beauty, this road trip was pure magic—complete with mountain views, crimson maples, and a 7-Eleven so good it made me question everything I thought I knew about convenience store food.
Day 2 in Kyoto: Golden Dreams, Whispering Floors & Endless Orange Arches
Day 2 reminded me that Kyoto isn’t just a destination—it’s an experience, one that stays with you long after you’ve left.
Jet Lag, Joy, and Japanese Toilets — a Love Story of Sorts
Six women. One city. Countless servings of takoyaki. Osaka was more than a destination—it was the start of rediscovering who I am (with a little help from my dear friend and a very advanced toilet)
Felicity Arvizu Takes On: Washington, D.C.
They say Washington, D.C. is the beating heart of American democracy. Personally, I’d say it’s more like a heartbeat monitor—beep… beep… pause… “oh, is this thing still on?” But after three days in the nation’s capital, I can confirm: it’s a city worth taking on, even if you nearly end up knocking on the WhiteContinue reading “Felicity Arvizu Takes On: Washington, D.C.”
Day 5: Bugs, Glaciers, and Reindeer Spring Rolls- Paamuit, Greenland
Let’s get this out of the way: I didn’t expect Paamiut, Greenland, to be a top-tier travel day. But here we are. Day 5 of the cruise, and I’m officially obsessed—with the town, the ice, and yes… even the bugs (well, almost). Where Even Is Paamiut? Paamiut (pronounced bah-moot) is a small coastal town in southern Greenland, huggingContinue reading “Day 5: Bugs, Glaciers, and Reindeer Spring Rolls- Paamuit, Greenland”
Day 4- Tunnel Wars, Shark Snacks, and Seal Suits: The Battle of Ísafjörður vs. Bolungarvík
Today I found myself caught in the middle of an icy turf war between two towns on the edge of the world: Ísafjörður and Bolungarvík, two ruggedly charming fishing communities in Iceland’s Westfjords. Apparently, these two towns have a rivalry hotter than geothermal steam. There’s even a tunnel involved. But I’ll get to that. First—golf and immortality. Ísafjörður:Continue reading “Day 4- Tunnel Wars, Shark Snacks, and Seal Suits: The Battle of Ísafjörður vs. Bolungarvík”
Heart Lights, Pagan Gods & Boiling Bread: A Day in Akureyri
Day Three: Akureyri Adventures Today’s adventure began with me not falling overboard while disembarking a cruise ship, which I consider a solid start to any day. We arrived in Akureyri, Iceland’s “Capital of the North,” and I instantly knew I was in the right place when the first thing I saw was… a heart. Not from a local,Continue reading “Heart Lights, Pagan Gods & Boiling Bread: A Day in Akureyri”
Churches, Horns &… What Now? My Second Day Solo in Reykjavik
Day two in Reykjavik started just steps from my hotel—no 25-minute suitcase-dragging detour required this time (growth, people!). 🌈 First Stop: Rainbow Road – The Shortcut to Joy I wandered around the corner and found myself on Skólavörðustígur, also known as Rainbow Road. This colorful street was originally painted in 2015 for Reykjavík Pride and became soContinue reading “Churches, Horns &… What Now? My Second Day Solo in Reykjavik”
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