When Disaster Strikes on Vacation

Recent earthquakes in Japan and New Zealand remind us that disasters can happen anywhere at anytime. What can you do if you’re traveling and you find yourself in an emergency situation? Disasters often happen suddenly and with little to no warning so pre-planning is essential. While it’s impossible to plan for every eventuality, making a […]

Himeji Castle in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan

This photo of the Himeji Castle with surrounding Cherry Blossoms was submitted by Krystle Navarrette while visiting the castle in April 2006. The Himeji Castle is one of the most spectacular castles in Japan and one of the few still in its original form. It was built upon the hilltop in 1346 and in December […]