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Surviving Japan: Before the Trip

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I've been to Japan for quite a number of times and every time I've been there, I've always experienced some fun and new things to do. This year (2017),  my trip covered a couple of prefectures near Tokyo. Toyama (Tateyama Alpine Route), Ibaraki ( Hitachi Seaside Park), Chiba (Tokyo Disneyland), Gifu (Shirakawago), Yamanashi (Kawaguchiko), and Tochigi ( Ashikaga Flower Park). It wasn't rocket science when I decided to go to these places. I had to scratch head and pulled out a few hairs before settling on this itinerary.  I decided to list down a few tips to help you guys plan your next travel to Japan: 1. Do your research  In the beginning, when there were no Facebook pages to like, we would heard about the wonderful places of Japan by word of mouth or the travel programs that we see on TV or during the travel fair. Times have changed. We have various tourism board pages from which you can subscribe to with a click of a button. List down the places you want...

How To Apply Canadian Tourist Visa in Singapore

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As I was rummaging through my files, I've noticed that I've forgotten to write about visa application to Canada as a tourist. Being a passport holder from a third-world country, I have to present documents to show that I am indeed going to go to that country just for the holidays. I also need to show them that I have the intention of going back to our home country after the holidays. People can thank their lucky stars for being born in a first world country. The number of countries to travel are infinite, provided that you have the financial means to do so.                             So, what are the requirements to apply for a tourist visa in Canada ( for people living in Singapore): 1. Accomplished form Details relating to your family as well as start of employment, salary, are asked. This is a very detailed form. 2. Supporting document ( Family information ) 3. Documents to upload/print: ...