Vikingess Voyages

Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Sightseeing in Hungary: Vác

Anette 8:50:00 PM

About half an hour by train from Budapest there is a small town called Vác where you can experience a relaxing atmosphere with the local Hungarians. Every summer in the last week of July they also have festivals in the town, which attracts visitors from near and far. The locals like spending the summer...

Saturday, July 27, 2013

Travel

Sightseeing in Budapest: Giraffe Hop on Hop off City Tour

Anette 11:15:00 PM

The Giraffe Hop on Hop off Bus This week I have been visiting my brother and the rest of my extended family in Budapest, Hungary. Last time I visited the country was back in 2007, so many years have already past since I last sat my foot in this magnificent place. Although I spent almost a month...

Sunday, July 21, 2013

Ryokan

Lodging in Kamikōchi - Nishiitoya (西糸屋)

Anette 4:47:00 AM

Kamikōchi is a popular tourist destination, both for hikers but also for people who want to chill out and enjoy the sight of the beautiful nature. As a result there are a small number of traditional Japanese guesthouses situated by the river where you can stay the night and enjoy the typical hospitality...

Thursday, July 18, 2013

Japan

Hiking in Kamikōchi - The Japanese Alps: Mt. Chōgatake (蝶ヶ岳)

Anette 1:05:00 AM

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Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Shrine

Sightseeing in Kyoto: Kitano Tenmangu Flea Market

Anette 12:57:00 PM

Although I lived in Kyoto for two years as an exchange student to I never had the chance to visit Kitano Tenmangu (北野天満宮)'s monthly flea-market even once (although I visited the shrine during one of their autumn light-up events at the Kitano Tenmangu garden). Now I'm back in Japan for work, and...

Friday, July 5, 2013

Korea

Pre-paid SIM Cards for Short-time Visiters to Korea

Anette 1:25:00 PM

This news was provided by Community Korea. You can like their Facebook page to get a lot of information to make your stay in Korea more fun! Hey guys, for those of you who plan to visit Korea or already in Korea for your studies or exchange program, here’s a great tip to stay connected with your friends....

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A modern-day shield-maiden who loves to explore the unbeaten paths of the world. From her base in Tokyo, Anette takes on both rural and urban challenges, and on her path, she has overcome anything from natural wilderness and cultural barriers to commuting in overcrowded Tokyo trains.

Life is too short to be stuck on one page, and this mindset reflects the diversity of Anette’s blog.
Besides being a career woman she is also a globetrotter, with 39 countries and counting.
No challenge too big, no adventure too small!

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