It certainly did for travel expert Rick Steves during a trip to Japan. On his blog, Rick Steves shares how he visited Kyoto -- one of Japan's most gorgeous cities-- in the cold month of January.

In the South of Japan, there's a gorgeous green island that offers great attractions year-round, from baby turtles spawning ...

Rick Steves expresses that he would "put them in ... For those curious about going further east, Kyoto, Japan, is known for its Zen Buddhist gardens and traditional tea ceremonies.

For instance, in Japan and China, it's considered rude to ... Maintaining patience and an open mind is crucial. Rick Steves recommends becoming a "cultural chameleon" and a "temporary local." ...

Travel master Rick Steves has some sound advice for indie ... Pedal around Tokyo with a bike-tour group and experience the way many Japanese commuters get around, then converse with shopkeepers ...