Exploring Hakodate, Japan 🇯🇵 | Seafood Market, Tram Ride & Local Eats!

From Shimizu’s Ferris Wheel to Mount Fuji’s Footsteps

Join Lynn and Paul aboard their 4-year voyage as they explore Shimizu, Japan—from a scenic ferris wheel overlooking Suruga Bay to an unforgettable visit at the Mount Fuji World Heritage Center. Ride along as they share breathtaking views, cultural history, and fun travel missteps (like catching the wrong train but finding a hidden gem). This video captures the magic of Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji region and the joy of discovering the unexpected while traveling.Perfect for travelers curious about Tokyo day trips, Mount Fuji history, Shimizu attractions, and Japan’s cultural treasures.Japanese Cooling Jackethttps://amzn.to/47P8cww

Tokyo Adventures | Lynn & Paul’s Excellent Adventure in Japan

Join Lynn and Paul on their Excellent Adventure as they explore Tokyo, Japan — the world’s largest city where tradition meets the future. From soaring above Yokohama at Landmark Tower Sky Garden to checking into the famous Godzilla Hotel, visiting the immersive TeamLab Digital Art Museum, riding Japan’s legendary bullet train to Nagano, and experiencing Shibuya Crossing — this episode is packed with culture, history, and hidden gems. Along the way, we’ll share travel tips on Japan’s rail system, navigating Tokyo’s busy streets, and sampling unforgettable meals like Kobe beef and local convenience store favorites.If you’ve ever dreamed of visiting Tokyo, this vlog gives you a front-row seat to one of the world’s most exciting destinations! 🌸🚄🎌

Girls’ Trip to Denali | Alaska Wildlife & Mountain Adventure

What’s it like to take a road trip to Denali National Park in Alaska? 🏔️ In this episode of Lynn and Paul’s Excellent Adventure, Lynn teams up with her shipmate Shirley for a girls’ trip while Paul stays behind in Anchorage for errands.Their journey takes them from Anchorage to Denali, with plenty of memorable stops along the way — spotting moose, enjoying local food, discovering an author’s legendary lodge, and finally reaching the breathtaking peaks of Denali (known as “The Big One”). They also share the challenges of road-tripping in Alaska, switchback drives, wildlife encounters, and even some technical mishaps while trying to film the adventure.Even though the cameras didn’t always cooperate, the photos and memories capture the beauty of this bucket-list destination. Join us for not captured moose sightings, mountain views, and plenty of laughter from our adventure to Denali.✨ Highlights include:Anchorage errands (music store, Turo car rental, Starbucks)Driving the scenic Alaska Highway with wildlife sightings (moose & bear)Visit to Mary Carey’s lodge and her story of life in AlaskaSwitchback roads up to the Grand Denali LodgeExploring Denali National Park (rangers, wildlife, mountain vistas)Technical hiccups and re-recording the adventure with photos & stories📍 Location: Anchorage & Denali National Park, Alaska🛳 Part of our 4-year world cruise aboard the Villa Vie Odyssey

Exploring Hakodate, Japan 🇯🇵 | Seafood Market, Tram Ride & Local Eats!

We’ve made it to our very first port in Japan — beautiful Hakodate on the island of Hokkaido! 🇯🇵 Despite a bit of rain, we jumped right into the adventure with a stroll through the famous Hakodate Morning Market, where we were blown away by the incredible displays of fresh seafood, crab legs, and even live squid. 🦀🐙After exploring the market and grabbing a few snacks (yes, Pocky and almond cookies included), we hopped on the Hakodate tram using our IC card and headed toward the Mt. Hakodate Ropeway — only to find it closed due to weather. But not to worry! We stumbled into a community radio station, discovered some very interesting insect vending machines, and finished the day with a stop at the popular Lucky Pierrot for one of the best chicken sandwiches in Japan 🍔.This episode captures the charm, hospitality, and surprises of Hakodate — from clean streets and friendly locals to tech-savvy taxis and delicious food. Whether you're planning a cruise stop or just dreaming of Japan, this video offers a slice of local life and off-the-beaten-path fun.🎟️ Travel Tip: Hakodate’s tram system is affordable and easy to navigate with an IC card. Morning market closes by 1:00 PM, so start early!

One Day in Sendai: Pizza, Loop Bus & City of Trees

Our Japan adventure continues in Sendai, known as the City of Trees! 🌳 With only a few short hours to explore, we hopped on the Loople sightseeing bus for a whirlwind tour of the city’s highlights. From crowded streets and packed buses to peaceful neighborhoods, Sendai gave us a glimpse of both its history and modern charm.Before sightseeing, we treated ourselves to our first pizza in four months 🍕 — a delicious stop at Dumbo Pizza in Sendai Station. No sushi, no ramen this time… just honey & fromage pizza for Lynn and pineapple margarita for Paul!Although time was short and the crowds were heavy, we still enjoyed Sendai’s beauty and hospitality. We even made a quick stop for coffee and a lemon “donut” at Motherport Coffee before hurrying back to catch our shuttle.Highlights include:Riding the Loople Sendai bus (with 100 passengers packed on board!)Delicious lunch at Dumbo Pizza (our first pizza in months)Coffee & lemon donut at Motherport CoffeeQuick city views and impressions of Sendai, Japan’s “City of Trees”Reflections on travel pace, patience, and crowds in Japan📍 Location: Sendai, Japan🛳 Part of our 4-year world cruise aboard the Villa Vie Odyssey