• 10 Things to Do in Osaka, Japan for First-Timers

    Despite Tokyo being a hub for practically everything cultural and historical, other places in Japan are just as exciting — one of which is the world renowned Osaka. If you are visiting Osaka for the first time, it’s important to note that it’s located on an entirely different island that you can only access via plane or bullet train – but it’s well worth the effort. So what exactly should you expect when you get to Osaka? Party at Dotonbori (Image Credit: Japan Rail Pass) Dotonbori is the place to go to enjoy the best of upscale city living. This part of Osaka is the centre for bars, restaurants, and…

  • Celebrating Fantasia at Sounds and Sorcery

    A few weeks ago I got to try out Sounds And Sorcery, an immersive Disney Fantasia experience. This is located at the Vaults  which is an underground maze of disused railway arches under Waterloo. I love all things Disney and used to watch this movie with my Grandparents so was exited to see what this experience would be like.  Upon entering you are given a set of headphones and then you enter a dark room, you each lie down on a sofa and watch visual displays paired with classical music above your head. You are then free to explore at your own pace, walking around the labyrinth of impressive visual installations…