Nick Gray’s Kyoto Tips and Tricks: Hotels and Food Spots
I love Kyoto. It’s one of the few cities in the world where I slow down a little, walk more, and actually look around. Friends always ask me where to…
Norwegian Viva Cruise Ship Tour
I spent seven days exploring every nook and cranny of the Norwegian Viva cruise ship in February 2025. I’ve been on a dozen cruises, usually with my family. In this…
My Favorite Things to Do in Austin (2025)
I’ll tell you the best things to do in Austin, Texas. You can use this as a guide for visiting the city. If you live in Austin, maybe you’ll get…
The Sphere: Postcard from Earth Review
I went to see the movie Postcard from Earth by Darren Aronofsky at the Sphere in Las Vegas. I paid $150 for my ticket, taxes and fees included. Was it…
My Most Popular Cruise Tour Videos
I love going on cruises, but not for the reasons you might think. I don’t gamble on cruises. I don’t drink alcohol on cruises. Some days I don’t even get…
The 20 Most Interesting People in Bangalore: 2025 Top Honors
There are hundreds of thousands of good people in Bangalore, India. But these are the 20 most interesting ones I’ve met. Shobhit Bakliwal Twitter / X, LinkedIn, Website. Software development…
Bangalore: My 2 Favorite Neighborhoods and 7 Great Places (2025)
Don’t go to Bangalore, India for the food. And don’t go for the official tourism spots. Are there any?? Instead, you should go to Bangalore, also called Bengaluru, for the…
Bali: My Top Tips & Recs
If you’re going to Bali for the first time, here’s what you need to know: Get a bit of cash at the airport. But most places accept cards. For your…
Tokyo Blind Date
I solicited a blind date on the Internet for a weekend meetup in Tokyo in April 2024. The resulting adventure was one of the most fun things I’ve ever done.…
Nick Gray’s Tokyo Tips and Tricks
Tokyo is an amazing city. You’re going to love it. It can be overwhelming. And just like with Mexico City, you might get hundreds of restaurant or sightseeing recommendations. This…
