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Thai Airways Perth to Bangkok Flight Review (2026)

August 12, 2026July 7, 2024

In June 2024, the opportunity to attend an eco-tourism conference in Bangkok saw me jetting off on the recently restarted Thai Airways non-stop flight from Perth to Bangkok.  As the …

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Is Japan Expensive? My EXACT Japan Trip Cost Breakdown Revealed

August 12, 2026May 23, 2024

I spent an unforgettable month in Japan during the cherry blossom season in April 2023. This was my fifth trip to Japan in the last decade, however, most of those …

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How to Plan a Trip to Japan: Ultimate Japan Travel Guide

August 12, 2026May 21, 2024

When I first stepped foot in Japan in 2013, little did I know that it would ignite a new passion and spark a burning wanderlust, leading me to return to …

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An Honest Review of Aliya Resort and Spa Sigiriya (2026)

August 12, 2026April 29, 2024

A stay at the luxurious Aliya Resort & Spa was an accommodation highlight on a recent trip to Sri Lanka. Besides the jaw-dropping view of Sirigiya over the magnificent infinity …

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Philippine Airlines Economy Class Review: Perth to Manila (2026)

August 12, 2026March 24, 2024

Philippine Airlines flies directly from Perth to Manila, facilitating an easy direct flight option for Western Australia’s seeking to explore the 7,000+ islands of the Philippines and their many natural …

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The Ultimate Japan Bucket List: 35+ Unmissable Experiences

August 12, 2026February 21, 2024

I left my corporate career after a decade in finance to become a full-time travel blogger. And, guess what? Japan is the country that made me fall in love with …

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15 Essential Things You Need to Know Before Visiting Japan

August 12, 2026January 28, 2024
Things to Know Before Visiting Japan for the First Time

I can still recall my very first trip to Japan in 2013. At the time, it seemed so foreign and culturally different to anything else I had ever experienced. The …

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Cool Stuff to Buy in Japan: 20+ Souvenirs Actually Worth Buying in 2026

August 12, 2026January 25, 2024

After seven trips to Japan, I’ve brought home my fair share of suitcases packed to the brim and bulging thanks to a bit too much shopping. If you’re wondering what …

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Hi, I’m Tess!

I’m a Perth-based travel writer & digital creator helping you plan memorable adventures across Australia, Japan and everywhere in between.

I left my corporate 9-5 behind to pursue a life filled with adventure, travel and storytelling.

Here you’ll find honest, first-hand travel guides, meticulously planned tried-and-tested itineraries and practical advice to help you explore with confidence.

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