Thursday, May 17, 2012 by Japan Today: Japan News and Discussion - Travel
Tourism Australia's ongoing strategic efforts to tap into the growing tourism opportunities provided by markets in Asia will be boosted following the Federal Budget announcement for a new, dedicated Asia Marketing Fund worth A$61 million over four years. Tourism Australia Chairman Geoff Dixon said the funding injection towards marketing There’s…
Wednesday, May 16, 2012 by Japan Today: Japan News and Discussion - Travel
Looking for a day out with a little entertainment and a little nature? Look no further than Shinagawa Kumin Park and the Shinagawa Aquarium. The park offers a chance to enjoy nature without having to spend hours on a train to get there, while the aquarium lets you explore the…
Monday, May 14, 2012 by Japan Today: Japan News and Discussion - Travel
The Ritz-Carlton has released a mobile app that goes well beyond basic hotel search and reservation functionality, initiating a distinctive experience before a hotel visit has even begun. Most notably, The Ritz-Carlton App includes Presidential Tips. As president of the luxury hotel company, Herve Humler has seen and experienced all…
Saturday, May 12, 2012 by Japan Today: Japan News and Discussion - Travel
“Japan on Foot” (published by Fine Line Press) chronicles the exploits of two “roving reporters” (one English, one Japanese) who set off to capture the spirit of Japan by walking the length and breadth of the country, a 15-month odyssey of 7,500 kilometers. Mary recounts adventures and meetings with some…
Thursday, May 10, 2012 by Japan Today: Japan News and Discussion - Travel
Fancy a day trip out of Tokyo to commune with nature? Consider a visit to Mt Takao, on the far western edge of the Tokyo Metropolitan District. Elevation 599 meters, Mt Takao has been regarded as a sacred mountain for over a thousand years. These days it’s both a popular…
Wednesday, May 9, 2012 by Japan Today: Japan News and Discussion - Travel
Hawaiian Airlines plans to start flying to Sapporo, its fourth destination in Japan. The airline said in a news release Wednesday it hopes to begin service from Honolulu to New Chitose Airport on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido in November. It must obtain Japanese government approval to begin flights...
Tuesday, May 8, 2012 by Japan Today: Japan News and Discussion - Travel
Getting online while traveling has never been easier. Getting online for free is still hit-or-miss. Travelers run into a patchwork of free vs. paid access as they trek from airports to planes to hotels. Speed also varies widely, from fast enough to stream a movie to just enough to send…
Sunday, May 6, 2012 by Japan Today: Japan News and Discussion - Travel
The 290-room Palace Hotel Tokyo will open on May 17 in Marunouchi on a stunning, moat-side setting by the Imperial Palace. The hotel's 10 new restaurants and bars include Japanese, Chinese and French dining venues. In a country not otherwise known for its spa culture, the hotel is cutting the…
Thursday, May 3, 2012 by Japan Today: Japan News and Discussion - Travel
There is nothing more quintessentially English than afternoon tea — and Japanese people flying with Virgin Atlantic Airways are lapping up the new service. “Wanting to build on our strong reputation in this market, we have introduced the traditional afternoon tea in our Upper Class meal service, and I’ve heard…
Wednesday, May 2, 2012 by Japan Today: Japan News and Discussion - Travel
Travelers who suspect they are victims of profiling by security screeners at U.S. airports can now lodge a complaint in minutes, thanks to a smartphone application released this week. The Sikh Coalition, supported by African American, Latino and Muslim civil rights groups, said its FlyRights app can be used by…
