Bright Nomad

19/02/2026

How to find vegan food in Tokyo

My experience and tips on how to find vegan food in Tokyo: vegan restaurants, vegan-friendly shops, snacks, and Japanese supermarket finds.

01/01/2026

I had a lovely time in Porto this week. The city has definitely changed since my last visit in 2017! I have completely revised the travel guide I wrote back then
Interestingly, back in 2017 I wrote that it was "gradually becoming a trendy tourist destination"😆
https://brightnomad.net/porto-portugal-things-to-do/

24/11/2025

New post: Off-the-beaten-path experiences in Kyoto

Kyoto, Japan - off the beaten path. Unique things to do and local cultural experiences away from the crowds.

27/10/2025

New post! This was the day trip I took when I needed a break from the big city

The Korean Folk Village is a great Seoul day trip. Get to know the culture of South Korea - dance, music, architecture, history. Full tour review.

29/09/2025

I've been to Vienna 3 times already and still have so much more to see there!
These are my best Vienna guides:

Sisi Museum review https://brightnomad.net/vienna-sisi-museum-review/

Visiting the magnificent Vienna opera house https://brightnomad.net/vienna-opera-house-review/

Vienna classical music guide https://brightnomad.net/vienna-classical-music/

01/09/2025

My recent posts about art and culture in Japan:

Japanese cultural experiences in Tokyo https://brightnomad.net/japanese-cultural-experiences-in-tokyo/

Where to see Japanese woodblock art (ukiyo-e) in Tokyo
https://brightnomad.net/japanese-woodblock-art-ukiyoe-tokyo/

Naoshima art island on a day trip from Takamatsu, Japan
https://brightnomad.net/naoshima-trip-from-takamatsu/

Tourist-friendly Japanese cultural experiences in Tokyo will make your Japan trip more meaningful: crafts, music, theatre - have an authentic local experience.

22/08/2025

Is a private Louvre tour worth it?

How to choose an expert private Louvre tour guide for a personal, stress-free, memorable Louvre Museum experience.

07/07/2025

A whole new way to see Japanese culture

See traditional Japanese art in Tokyo: a guide to the best places to find Japanese woodblock art (ukiyo-e) and my personal tips for art lovers in Tokyo.

16/06/2025

NEW POST 🍄 Naoshima - the incredible art island in Japan

Naoshima day trip from Takamatsu, Japan. Plan your ideal trip to Naoshima, the incredible art island, with my museum reviews and personal travel planning tips.

05/06/2025

Visiting Antwerp for the first time (plus day trips)

Antwerp, Belgium travel guide. What you need to know about visiting Antwerp for the first time: sightseeing, day trips, where to stay, budget tips, tours.

19/05/2025

I found great architecture in Antwerp :) https://brightnomad.net/antwerp-architecture-tour-belgium/

08/05/2025

Chicago architecture tours:
🌟 Architecture River Cruise: https://buff.ly/62vJUKF
🌟 Secret Interiors https://buff.ly/QomtFQZ
🌟 Underground tour https://buff.ly/unyMmSn