New York’s Christmas Extravaganza: Art and Entertainment Shows You Can’t Miss New York City transforms into a dazzling wonderland during the Christmas season, offering an incredible lineup of art and entertainment shows that captivate both locals and visitors. Whether you’re a theater enthusiast, an art aficionado, or just looking for festive cheer, the Big Apple […] The post New York’s Christmas Extravaganza: Art and Entertainment Shows You Can’t Miss appeared first on Runaway Juno ..read more

Do you know any northern lights myths and legends? Aurora borealis, a beautiful natural phenomenon has been the center of winter travel inspiration for years. But before it was a subject of winter tourism, it was a part of the life of Indigenous Peoples around the northern part of the world. Even now, when we […] The post Northern Lights Myths and Legends appeared first on Runaway Juno ..read more

As you know by now, the Nordic countries are one of my favorite places to visit. It’s seriously underrated. Equally underrated, however, is their cuisine. In a survey of 95 countries’ cuisines, only 1 Nordic country was there: Norway, at number 59. Well, in order to remedy such a travesty, today I’ll tell you about […] The post Hákarl: Iceland’s Fermented Shark – A Viking Legacy appeared first on Runaway Juno ..read more

What is this photo? You might ask. Look closely and you will see. It’s the Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS (Comet C/2023 A3). It’s not the best photo but it is something to commemorate this special event. Tonight was very clear so we went “comet chasing”. Seemed like everyone had the same idea. With the sun setting, the […] The post Comet Chasing: Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS (Comet C/2023 A3) appeared first on Runaway Juno ..read more

Auckland, New Zealand truly does justice to the moniker of being a ‘City of Sails’. Nestled amidst a unique landscape punctuated by 50 volcanic cones and a gulf dotted with idyllic islands, it ensures that a scenic beach is never more than a 20-minute drive away. But that’s not all! Auckland also boasts an eclectic dining scene catering to every palate, a rich tapestry of indigenous culture, and an array of short hikes or day walks that make for perfect mini-adventures. It’s not just a city, it’s an experience! Renting a campervan in Auckland may be just the ticket to unlocking the endless ac ..read more

13 Reasons to Travel to Mongolia This post was written by Stephen Bugno, who lived and taught English in Ulaanbaatar for a year in the mid-Aughts. He blogs at BohemianTraveler.com. Explore the Wonders of the Land of the Eternal Blue Sky Why Travel to Mongolia? Mongolia unfolds across the boundless steppes of Central Asia, a land where colossal mountain ranges converge with vast treeless plateaus and striking red deserts. Time here seems to pause, offering a fusion of breathtaking natural landscapes and a warm-hearted populace eager to share their vibrant cultural heritage. This juxtaposition ..read more

Discovering Japan’s Cultural Heart: Why Travel to Kansai Region This article about why travel to Kansai region is the perfect place to begin Japan travels is written by Stephen Bugno of gomadnomad.com I’ve crossed Japan countless times: From the slowest of scenic trains to commuter rails packed to the gills to the fastest bullet trains on earth. I’ve walked ancient pilgrimage routes from temple to temple and cycled through the Japanese countryside. And I’ve finished many a travel day by soaking in some of the country’s famous hot springs. After all these trips to Japan, I’ve found that you ca ..read more

Where do you buy clothes and other items for your baby? It was daunting to me. Where does one get these? I was so concentrated on going through my pregnancy without any problems, I was not focused on shopping or the actual fun parts of that period of my life. It’s a pity, really! Even then, I kept hearing about this brand, BambooBebe. It seemed to be where every Korean mom got their basic supplies. That was my introduction to BambooBebe.  After my baby was born, I used the clothes we were given but I was never happy with them. In the beginning, I was focused on putting something on her so ..read more

Is Anchorage a happy city? Anchorage, Alaska has been my home since 2017. After nearly a decade of digital nomad life, Stephen and I settled in Anchorage (at my insistence). I visited Anchorage twice before making the decision. Once in frigid January and once in autumn, a few years apart. Alaska is one of those destinations that make people go “I’ve always wanted to go there!”. Wouldn’t you? I haven’t yet met anyone who says “Alaska? Nah…”.  However, visiting a destination and living there are two different matters. You have a different perspective when you are visiting for a limited time ..read more

Matanuska Glaicer is premier destination Walking on a glacier while visiting Alaska is a popular activity. And it is very achievable! There are more than 100,000 glaciers in Alaska and about 60 around Anchorage. Can you imagine? I’ve always had a fascination with glaciers even before coming to Alaska so of course visiting a glacier was one of the first things I did. I didn’t quite know that there are many different types of glaciers (which I will get into later). In Anchorage, there are many picturesque glaciers with easy access and Matanuska Glacier is probably one of the most well known amon ..read more