5 Tips for Managing Your Budget While Traveling in Japan
There really isn’t any way to sugarcoat it: Japan is an expensive destination. From $40 hostel dorm beds, to insanely expensive taxi rides, it’s hard to find a good deal …
Jim Cheney
How to See Tokyo From Above Without Breaking the Bank
When thinking of a budget destination, Tokyo, Japan might be the last place that comes to mind. From expensive hotels to the world’s most expensive ramen, it’s hard to find …
How to Watch TV While Backpacking or Living Abroad
I must admit, I really enjoy watching tv. However, between the lack of the same stations, time differences, and poor-quality Internet, it can be hard to keep up with your …
Kim Jong-il Dead: Thoughts from an Expat in South Korea
When the news broke that Kim Jong-il had died, I was just finishing up my lunch, ready to go back to class. A million thoughts ran through my head: Would …
Uncovering the Horrors of Seodaemun Prison
If you are anything like I was before I came to live in South Korea, you probably know very little about this wonderful country. That’s not to say you know …
Getting Eaten Alive: Dr. Fish in Seoul
The prospect of getting eaten alive isn’t something that appeals to most people. After all, images of natives with bones through their noses or sharks coming towards you are likely …