Places

Temples and Tempura

After my “little” adventure in Tokyo I made sure I rested before I made my way back to Australia. Part of my relaxation included exploring the airport town of Narita. Narita is a “quaint” little town and the site of Narita International Airport- gateway to the greater Tokyo area. If you have a few hours to kill in transit, it’s a fantastic place to whet the appetite and obtain a [...]

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Tokyo, Japan

by Peter G Places

This is the first image that greeted me as I got off at Akihabara station in Tokyo, Japan. It was 40 degrees Celsius in mid August when I decided that I would finally attempt to make a day trip into Tokyo. I had been meaning to do this a number of times, and of course I chose the hottest day of the year to embark on my journey! (What on earth [...]

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Bar Salute-Greytown

by Peter G Places

After a “few too many” wine samples at Martinborough, John, Bryn and myself find ourselves in the quaint, picturesque village of Greytown. The main street is a hive of activity. Here you’ll find antique stores selling lots of props and goodies, cute little cafes

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Wine Tasting @ Muirlea Rise-Martinborough

by Peter G Places

When it comes to wine, I’ve always believed it to be a personal choice. No-one can tell you what is a “good choice” or a “better drop”. Everyone has their own opinions. I have friends who really enjoy sauvignon blanc blends and madly drink them on a regular basis. My personal preference is for bolder

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