Why Ocomtun matters The rediscovery of any new lost Maya city holds valuable clues about how the Maya people lived and what caused the civilization’s sudden downfall some 1,200 years ago – and this is especially true in an area as little-explored as the central Yucatán Peninsula. The Balamkú Ecological Conservation Zone is a virtually…
Too hot outside? Quickly get yourself (and the family) to a water park where you can have a cool “splashing” time! “I’m bored”, your kids whine on a scorching hot Japanese summer day, while you’re sitting underneath the air conditioner. Maybe you’re getting a little bored too from staying indoors all day. But what is…
Learn the Japanese approach on how to best protect your skin against harsh rays. In Japan, sun protection is taken to a whole new level. We’re all familiar with the near-unbearable heat during the summer, as we are looking for different ways to stay cool, but is protecting our skin still an afterthought? In the…
The summer heat is worth it when it means you can eat and drink to your heart’s desire with your best friends by your side. Summer is a special season where you can enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks and all the girl-talk you want outdoors. Now that the rays are shining through, we’ll be making…
Savvy Tokyo introduces three art spots in Shibuya for those looking to wind down in between shopping sprees or to get away from the bustling crowd. There is a reason why Shibuya is always roaming with people. From the rows of bars that line up the back alleys to the towering department stores filled to…
Parla, who splits her time between Rome and Venice and leads tours in all the Italian hot spots, says they’re all “absolutely inundated.” Travel analyst Henry Harteveldt, president of the Atmosphere Research Group, said travelers should expect long waits and large crowds at pretty much every stage of their European vacation. “Be prepared for long…
Tanabata, one of the quintessential Japanese summer holidays, is even more fun with kids around. Whether you’re creating homemade decor, slurping somen noodles or writing your own wishes, make this July seventh one for the memory books! As the temperature continues to sound across the country, turn your attention to the night sky as Tanabata,…
Tokyo has a diverse selection of art museums, each one catering to each niche art movement or subculture. Here is Savvy’s list of some of the city’s art museums worth the visit—covering traditional Japanese crafts all the way to contemporary design. A popular form of leisure and loved by many Tokyo residents is a trip…
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Washington — A report revealing that Justice Samuel Alito took a luxury fishing trip with a wealthy Republican donor with ties to cases before the Supreme Court has sparked new criticisms of the justices’ adherence to their ethical obligations. The Supreme Court was already under scrutiny for justices’ compliance with ethical standards due to a…