A panoramic view of Lake Toya, with a large, forested island dominating the center of the lake. Photo by Ann

Lake Toya’s Secret: Why 1 Night in a Volcanic Onsen Was Worth the Detour

As a travel planner focused on making every trip to Asia smarter, more affordable, and deeply rewarding, I often find that the most valuable lessons aren’t learned from meticulously pre-planned itineraries, but from the unexpected detours. You know the…