Smart Tips for Earning and Using Points for a Comfortable Journey by Eurostar

Smart Tips for Earning and Using Points for a Comfortable Journey by Eurostar

For London residents, Paris is one of the easiest overseas travel destinations to visit (as the UK is an island nation). You can travel by plane or bus, but the Eurostar is by far the most convenient. On this overnight trip to Paris, I was able to significantly reduce travel expenses (transportation and accommodation costs) by using the various points I had been saving up. In this article, I would like to share the points utilisation techniques I have learned over my nearly 10 visits to Paris. I’m sure this will be very useful for anyone planning a trip to Paris. Please stay with me until the end. You may…

A Journey to Discover Scotland’s Finest – Exploring the Treasures of the Northeast

A Journey to Discover Scotland’s Finest – Exploring the Treasures of the Northeast

Every year, I spend Christmas in the northeast of Scotland. The main city is Aberdeen, the third largest city in Scotland. Even if you have been to Edinburgh or Glasgow, you may not have travelled this far. It takes more than seven hours by train from London to Aberdeen, so when I go from London, I always fly (Once I have travelled by night train from Aberdeen to London). As the plane gained altitude during the flight from Heathrow to Aberdeen, I saw the most beautiful sky I have ever seen. When I think about it, even in Japan, I get bored if I stay at home all the time…

Review: Hilton Kyoto (Opened 2024) – Executive Room Upgrade, Lounge, Breakfast & Rooftop Bar

Review: Hilton Kyoto (Opened 2024) – Executive Room Upgrade, Lounge, Breakfast & Rooftop Bar

When I decided to visit Kyoto during this trip back to Japan, the first place that came to mind was the newly opened Hilton Kyoto, which welcomed its first guests in September 2024. After checking out of the DoubleTree Kyoto Higashiyama (full hotel review here), I headed straight to the Hilton Kyoto. The main purpose of my stay in Kyoto was to visit people I regularly work with, but since it’s Kyoto, I made sure to set aside some time for sightseeing as well. I was able to visit Rurikō-in, Mt. Hiei, and even cross over to the Shiga side to explore the Sakamoto area. Hilton Kyoto is conveniently located…

Review: DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama – Rooms, Location & Diamond Member Benefits

Review: DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama – Rooms, Location & Diamond Member Benefits

This year, I was able to visit Kyoto during my visit to Japan. Kyoto is always crowded in November, but this year, even in early November, the temperature hadn’t dropped much, and the autumn leaves were a little late, so it didn’t seem as crowded as I had expected. Before going to Kyoto, I stopped off at Expo Commemoration Park. I was able to fulfill my wish to see inside the Tower of the Sun, which has been open to the public since 2018. From Expo Commemoration Park, I took the monorail and then the Hankyu line to Kyoto Kawaramachi Station, where I could easily get to my accommodation: the…

Review: Hilton Tokyo – Diamond Upgrade, Executive Lounge & Suite Stay Experience

Review: Hilton Tokyo – Diamond Upgrade, Executive Lounge & Suite Stay Experience

Hilton Tokyo is an excellent choice for Hilton Honors members—especially Diamonds—thanks to its reliable suite upgrades, a strong Executive Lounge, and a convenient location in the heart of Nishi-Shinjuku. Whether you’re visiting for sightseeing or returning home for a short trip, the hotel offers comfort, convenience, and a touch of Japanese hospitality. When summer time switches to winter time at the end of October, the sun begins to set earlier in London and some days already require heating, making you feel the beginning of winter. Meanwhile, autumn is in full swing in Japan in November, which makes it the perfect season to return for a short visit. You may also…

Review: Hilton Barcelona

Review: Hilton Barcelona

This September, my friend from Japan came to London for our annual trip to Europe. This time we went to Barcelona, ​​Spain. This was my third visit, but it was my friend’s first time in Spain, so I wondered how it would turn out. We booked a British Airways flight from Heathrow Airport to Barcelona. We went to the lounge before departure, had some lunch and few drinks, and were in a good mood when it was time to depart. You might also want to check out my other Hilton stays in Spain Access Takeoff from London Heathrow Airport was slightly delayed, so landing at Barcelona Airport was also delayed…