While the holiday season means illuminations, gatherings, and delicious seasonal dishes, all the holiday melodies also hold a special place this time of year.
I had this vision of spending a relaxing idyllic week with traditional nomadic herders; playing with goats and yaks, living off the land, and enjoying the simple pleasures.
Although Kakazu Ridge is a quiet area where locals go to play mini-golf or let their children loose for playground time, this place was the site of deadly combat during the Battle of Okinawa.
Access to this tropical paradise from any base in the Pacific is straightforward as the final leg is only a 96-minute evening flight from Guam International Airport to the island of Yap.
While Japan is known for its neon-lit cities, historic shrines, and delicious food, it is also filled with fantastic ski resorts that draw in many winter sports lovers from around the world.
Christmas is just around the corner. Did you prepare Christmas gifts for your family or friends? Enjoy this joyful and heartwarming season with your loved ones!