The DMZ is the DeMilitarized Zone, the border between North and South Korea, the 38th parallel. There lies many observatories and even a cable car, along with the legacy of a brutal war and the mythologizing that came after.
Read MoreThis town, like many Korean tourist spots, is catered to modern comforts with the dressings of the wistful past. Is it authentic? I don’t know what makes something authentic or not until it hits me square in the jaw.
Read MoreWhile taking photos I met a lady from New Jersey. I expressed my disappointment that the torii was under construction and she said, “Well, you’ll never see it like this again! You can’t get this in magazines!”
Read MoreAs we went on, we remarked how much Busan feels like a trip to another country. It’s hard to describe. Busan just feels like a league unto its own. You’ve got it all: busy beaches, temples tucked away, and some bbq that impressed even this Texan.
Read MoreI can see why Yeosu has songs written about it. When I think of Yeosu, all I can see is blue water and dense green foliage. And the FOOD—they say Jeolla food is the best and I can see why.
Read MoreIf I told you there was an independent republic on a tiny island near Seoul—inland, not on the ocean—would you be surprised?
Read MoreWhile there were a few more restrictions due to the pandemic, Daecheon beach was still open for those masked-up vacationers.
Read MorePart of my Jeju series. I can’t recommend Chocolate Land…unless you’re just really into Johnny Depp.
Read MorePart of my Jeju series. Green tea lotions, ice cream, and tea paraphernalia. And of course, lush green tea fields.
Read MorePart of my Jeju series. Double-masked, and covered in sanitizer, we carefully plotted our course to watch the sunrise on the water.
Read MoreCheonan is a little town that’s home to the Independence Hall of Korea (독립기념관). Here are my favorite photos.
Read MoreHow does Daegu compare to last time? How has it changed since the outbreak?
Read MoreMy friend coined the phrase “Alternative Andong”—the side you don’t see. The sleepy bit of Korea that isn’t as glamorous as the streets of Gangnam.
Read MorePicture this: I’m sunburnt, exhausted, and just had a massive fight with my travel companions at an airport at 3am. That’s how I started this cooking class: furious, tear-spent, and as red as the devil in hell.
Read MoreTainan was all about the atmosphere for me. Sunny, laid-back, and warm, with good food and pretty museums.
Read MoreJiufen is probably the most famous tourist spot in all of Taiwan. It’s Tourist Central, and crowded beyond belief. So, is it worth all that?
Read MoreArt has the power to make change. One person can make a difference. Art can be an act of resistance, and the lessons we learn from Rainbow Village can be brought home.
Read MoreOnce a mining village in the hills of North-eastern Taiwan, it’s now infamous for many kitties and kitty-themed cafes.
Read MoreThe ground is wet sand, home to thousands of little crabs and snails. The sun sets, and everything turns golden red. That’s the Gaomei Wetlands in Taichung, Taiwan.
Read MoreWhat noodles await you in Taiwan? All the noodles, my friend. What should you do in Taiwan—and most importantly, what should you eat?
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