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Golden Week and Obon: The Two Weeks to Avoid on a Tokyo-Kyoto-Osaka Trip
Cherry blossom timing gets all the attention, but for a multi-city rail itinerary these two national holiday weeks matter more - here is why, and what to do if your dates overlap.
VNORAS Japan desk · Sep 12, 2026
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Best Time to Visit Vietnam: A Region-by-Region Guide
Hanoi's dry season and Hoi An's dry season do not line up the way you would hope - here is the window that works for a trip covering both, and the months to avoid.
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Best Time to Visit Bali: A Season-by-Season Guide
Dry season crowds, wet season bargains, and the one detail that can cancel your Nusa Penida day out - here is when to go and why.
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