Zen, Annalise, Marshall, Noah, and Randy (the honorary Gen Z member) at Wazuka Tea Plantation, July 2024 Located in the isolated mountains of Wazuka, the sprawling grounds of the Wazuka tea [...]

Several years back, Bev and I made the 33-mile Milford Track, considered by many to be the world’s greatest wilderness walk. Limited to groups of 40 every departure date, we found this 4-day/3 [...]

Despite our several travels over the years, Bev, Zen, and I never tire of this amazing area. When looking back at the many things we love about Tuscany, parts of rural Japan, and northern [...]

Machu Picchu and Its Environmental Impact Being Peru’s most visited attraction and the most famous ruins in South America, Machu Picchu is traipsed by hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. [...]

You’ve heard of the Emerald City and the City of Gold, but have you heard of the City of Marble? Located at the base of the Apuan Alps in northern Tuscany, Carrara is a charmingly small city with [...]

By: Beatrice Turner The Royal Mansour Marrakech is a luxury hotel located in Marrakech, Morocco. It is renowned for its opulence, exquisite design, and exceptional service. Built as a tribute to [...]

The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), located just 1.2 miles from the Pyramids of Giza, is one of the most ambitious museum projects in history. While the museum’s full opening has been delayed from [...]

The 19-room, 266-foot-long “floating” ryokan, guntû, is best described as a cross between a traditional Japanese ryokan and a luxury yacht. Designed by architect Yasushi Horibe, this [...]

Despite the 3 ½ hour travel time from Kyoto (Shinkansen-subway-train-cable car), we thoroughly enjoyed our brief stay in Koyasan. Founded in the 9th century, Koyasan is home to  Shingon [...]

*As a Hubei province native and dear friend of the Lynch family, I was happy to write about some of the most amazing parts of my beloved home in China. Please read below for sightseeing [...]

As many of our clients who travel to the Pacific Rim have expressed interest in unique spa activities using anti-aging skincare, Japan and Korea’s companies stand out as the world’s top beauty [...]

Originally inhabited by indigenous Australians and later settled by sailors and whalers in the early 1800s, Kangaroo Island is a mere 30-minute flight (70 miles) from Adelaide. Only 93 miles long [...]

Amenities Similar to Chief’s and Vumbura Camp in Botswana during the year-end and summer seasons, availability at the luxury seven-suite Hoanib Camp on the Skeleton Coast of Namibia is limited [...]

By: Beatrice, Lily, and Randy The Nakasendo Trail, also known as the Nakasendo Way, is an ancient and historic pilgrimage trail in Japan that dates back to the Edo period (1603-1868). It was [...]

The Expanded Protected Area of the Galapagos We were excited to see that the Ecuadorian President Guillermo Lasso recently announced plans for a large new section of the protected area to be [...]

For the many of us who have enjoyed past early morning visits through the fishy stench of the tuna auction at Tsukiji Market in Tokyo, we are saddened to see the Market’s final move to the new [...]

Our dear friend, Jay Xu, Director of the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco, his wife Jennifer, and their lovely daughter Toni have traveled with Bev, Zen, and I to various parts of Asia, [...]

Our dear friend, Jay Xu, Director of the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco, affirms that knowing the Hindu deities is essential to fully understanding and appreciating the temples of Angkor Wat. [...]

We love this most-unique passageway! Only 1 kilometer (or 0.62 miles) long, the corridor connects the Uffizi Gallery to the Pitti Palace, over the Arno River. Originally conceived by the banker, [...]

As the hub for luxury vacations in Italy, the Amalfi Coast is the epicenter of spectacular views, outstanding service, and high-quality accommodations.  Made up of the major [...]

Vatican’s Open Secret An open secret among the various Rome guides we use is the unique opportunity to view the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel EARLY in the morning. When entering the Vatican [...]

Based on his historic 40-year reign (27 BC-14AD) as the first Emperor of the Roman Empire, Augustus is widely considered Rome’s greatest and most transformative Emperor. Augustus’ legacy [...]

By: Beatrice, Lily, and Randy The Nakasendo Trail, also known as the Nakasendo Way, is an ancient and historic pilgrimage trail in Japan that dates back to the Edo period (1603-1868). It was one [...]

Machu Picchu and Its Environmental Impact Being Peru’s most visited attraction and the most famous ruins in South America, Machu Picchu is traipsed by hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. [...]

Fes Evidence of Morocco’s 3,000-year-old Jewish heritage can also be found in the 2014-reopened Slat al Fassayine Synagogue in Fes. The newly restored 17th-century synagogue, the oldest [...]

We read, with great interest, the March 19, 2018, New Yorker article, profiling the enchanting centifolia roses used to create the iconic Chanel No. 5 perfume. Bev and I experienced a [...]

Based on our recent September 2023 Lynch family’s return scouting trip to Switzerland and Japan, we were amazed at the striking similarities between these two fastidiously clean, high-quality [...]

Known as the best hike in Iceland, and one of National Geographic’s “Top 20 Dream Trails”, this trek stretches from the geothermal valley of Landmannalaugar and the southern highlands, south to [...]

Originally inhabited by Australia Aborigines and later settled by sailors and whalers in the early 1800’s, Kangaroo Island is a mere 30-minute flight (70 miles) from Adelaide. Only 93 miles [...]

By: Beatrice Turner Athens, one of the oldest cities in the world, is truly an open-air museum. In this historic town, you’ll walk in the footsteps of the great minds that created democracy, [...]

The Eiffel Tower has reopened as of June 25, 2020, after three months of being closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Some new guidelines have been implemented for visitors to ensure a safe and [...]

Perhaps the most culturally compelling country in all of Europe, France brings together natural beauty, culture, and some of the most notable museums and art attractions in the world. Louis XIV [...]

Perhaps the most culturally compelling country in all of Europe, France brings together natural beauty, culture, and some of the most notable museums and art attractions in the world. Louis XIV [...]

Perhaps the most culturally compelling country in all of Europe, France brings together natural beauty, culture, and some of the most notable museums and art attractions in the world. Louis XIV [...]

It’s no secret that there is lots to love about Switzerland: the food (chocolate!), landscape, passion for punctuality, cleanliness, respect for nature, culture, those cute Swiss clocks, and, [...]

  Our Drangey Island Overview  Our Lynch tribe’s favorite half-day adventure private tour excursion while staying at our beloved DEPLAR FARM is the tiny uninhabited, flat-topped [...]

 Our “Pigment Tokyo” Overview  Our Lynch tribe is always looking for fun/unique experiences in every corner of the world. With Japan being one of our favorite destinations, each time we [...]

Officially known as the Republic of Mauritius, located off the southeast coast of Africa, this little island is jam packed with endless beauty, white sandy beaches, top of the [...]

Amenities Similar to Chief’s and Vumbura Camp in Botswana during the year-end and summer seasons, availability at the luxury seven-suite Hoanib Camp on the Skeleton Coast of Namibia is limited [...]

I was introduced to carbon offsetting through my conversations with the notable Dr. Amy Lehman, innovative surgeon, humanitarian, and ecologist. Though based in Chicago, Amy has spent the last [...]

While reading the October 23, 2020 issue of the Financial Times we came across their article “The World’s Best Antique Stores” which made us think about some of our favorite antique shops from [...]

For the many of us who have enjoyed past early morning visits through the fishy stench of the tuna auction at Tsukiji Market in Tokyo, we are saddened to see the Market’s final move to the new [...]

Based on the comfortable life that many of us live in the advanced, first-world countries, it is easy to forget that we are part of a greater world where many are not as fortunate. Regardless of [...]

The nine-island Archipelago of Azores is situated half-way between the U.S. and Europe, a remote destination that is not easily accessible. With a limited number of flights, the big plus of the [...]

In Sri Lanka, tea is not just central to life in the Hill Country, it is a vital part of the entire nation’s culture. From its role as the hot beverage of choice to its place in the economy, [...]

Although we admit that the Okavango Delta in Botswana is our favorite wildlife safari destination, we also consider the spectacular landscapes (including the world’s oldest desert!), to be the [...]

Our intrepid clients, The McGaan Family, recently returned from our Kipling & Clark private trek throughout Iceland with an insightful review. We would like to share Andy [...]

Kipling & Clark is proud to announce the unleashing of its entirely redeveloped website and explore the brand new functions allowing for a user-friendly experience. In partnership with [...]