Posts Tagged ‘travel’

May 10, 2013

Choosing your yukata (cotton kimono).

Relaxing in Tokyo

Oedo Onsen Monogatari opened in 2003 as Tokyo’s first onsen (hot springs) theme park. Yes, you read that right–it’s a bathing theme park. Guests can enjoy traditional, Edo era open air baths under the stars–there’s even a Japanese garden with a 50m long foot bath. The minerals-rich spring waters are thought to be effective in relieving nerve, muscle and joint pain.

Visitors also enjoy massage, dining, fortunetelling, games, and park events. Can’t get enough of the experience? They also offer overnight accommodations.

Have you been to Oedo Onsen Monogatari? We’d love to see your photos!

Photo credits: Ikusuki via Flickr; dimitris.argyris via Flickr

  1. May 3, 2013

    Hundertwasserhaus

    Photo of the Week: Created Crooked

    This is the famous Hundertwasser House in Vienna. Its crooked, playful architecture makes it seem a little more like a fairy tale than an apartment complex. Since 1985, it’s become one of the most visited buildings in Austria. Read more »

  2. April 26, 2013

    Pro HDR

    Three More Great Apps for Travel Photos

    Back in October, we shared four photo apps to bring along as you travel. We’ve recently discovered three more must-have photography apps which are all under $2.00 Warning: These may have you leaving your digital camera behind for good! Read more »

  3. March 22, 2013

    Bridge to home

    Views from Cruising Speed

    There’s nothing like the view from the window seat! Put up your tray table and enjoy these lofty travel photos from 50,000 feet. Read more »

  4. March 15, 2013

    Old dali

    Symmetry in Dali, China

    A city straddling tradition and modernity, Dali City shows off its personalities with stunning symmetry. Located in the Yunnan province of China, Dali City is both an ancient capital and modern town, both of which attract travelers. Swing through this city to celebrate and take in its beautiful juxtapositions!

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  5. February 8, 2013

    Salzburge Dom

    Photo of the Week: Sounds of Salzburg

    The hills are alive with the sound of Salzburg, Austria. Home to both Mozart and The Sound of Music (which, by the way, few locals have actually seen), this musical city draws in visitors from all corners of the world. At the center of the old town is our travel photo of the week, the Salzburger Dom (Salzburg Cathedral).  Read more »

  6. December 28, 2012

    Joan of Arc

    Photo of the Week: Women Power in Paris

    Say bonjour to a different line of French fame with this travel photo of the week. Like royalty draped in bronze, the statue of Joan of Arc at Place des Pyramides is praised and honored in Paris. Read more »

  7. December 7, 2012

    Hong Kong Skyline

    Photo of the Week: Hong Kong Skyline

    This week our travel photo takes us 6,554 miles across the Pacific Ocean to a city floating on a sea of lights.

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  8. November 2, 2012

    Rome Gelato

    Go Gourmand in Italy

    Eat, drink and repeat. That’s the recipe for an unforgettable Italian tour. From hearty pasta dishes to pizza, gelato and of course amazing wine, let your inner gourmand free with these three fantastic foodie tours around Italy. Read more »

  9. October 26, 2012

    Begijnhof

    Photo of the Week: Amsterdam’s Secret Garden

    Wander through the quiet grounds of Begijnhof in Amsterdam and let the city’s traffic sounds fade away. Read more »