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How much did my trip to Japan and Taiwan Cost?

ByTravelling Minion January 11, 2026 0 Comments
The following will be an accounting of my 2025 trip to Japan and Taiwan. If you've not read the blog, you can do so here. Or if you want a small wrap up, you can check it out here. It can provide some context to the costs below! All prices will be in Canadian (or converted into Canadian when it shows up on my bill). And they'll be broken down to a per person cost as best I can.  The Costs All...

Wrapping Up My Trip to Japan and Taiwan

ByTravelling Minion January 4, 2026 1 Comment
With an intention to experience travel with friends, I get the opportunity to travel with friends in both Japan and Taiwan. I'm thankful that the schedule worked out so well that I'm able to spend time with different sets of friends in both countries. I'm appreciative of the opportunity to experience with and make memories with all of them. So if you've spent any time to read my blog through...

A Minion’s Look Back at 2025

ByTravelling Minion January 1, 2026 1 Comment
Like in 2024 this year a great deal of my travel has shifted towards travelling with friends and family. So all my trips this year were embarked with the purpose of experiencing travel with friends and family. I feel like I've been pretty successful in that endeavour. So without further adieu here are my 2025 travel reflections! Vietnam and Japan In February The Sister and I bring back an...

teamLab BioVortex Kyoto

ByTravelling Minion November 23, 2025 1 Comment
Heading to Kyoto Today we are doing a day trip to Kyoto. teamLab Biovortex recently just opened in Kyoto and we are lucky enough to have tickets to visit. So after a quick convenience breakfast from our hotel, we set out to catch the train to Kyoto. It's a beautiful day to be out and about outside, and I can't help but enjoy these normal Japanese streets as we make our way to the train station. ...

Osaka Aquarium

ByTravelling Minion November 16, 2025 1 Comment
Osaka After disembarking from the Sunflower Ferry, we hop on the train to head to our Osaka hotel. The Lively Osaka will be our home for the next few days and has a modern vibe to it. Because we're arriving early, we don't get to check in right away but do drop off our luggage. Soon after we head out to the Osaka Aquarium.   One of the things I unforgivably forgot to pack on this trip were my...

Beppu

ByTravelling Minion November 9, 2025 1 Comment
Breakfast After a very restful night, Salmonella, Touchpad & Chef's family and I recongregate in our Ryokan's dining area for breakfast. One of the great things about staying at a ryokan like this are the set meal plans. It's an amazing way to try some pretty tasty dishes. Sharing a meal with friends to start the day is very welcome While we eat,  we go over our plan for the day. After...