5 Great Things to do in Busan, South Korea
Busan, South Korea, is one of Asia’s most underrated cities. The second largest city in South Korea, Busan is more known for its large port than its attractions. However, if …
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Travel Quiz of the Month: Japan
Of all the countries I’ve visited, Japan is definitely one of my favorites. Having spent time in Tokyo, as well as the southern half of the country in Kyoto, Hiroshima, …
Finding Peacefulness on the Great Wall of China
If I could only use one word to describe the Great Wall of China, what word would I choose? Maybe I’d pick something like majestic, beautiful, or awesome. After all, …
The 2013 Andong Mask Festival: Korea’s Must-See Event
Korea is known as a country with many great festivals. From cherry blossoms, to mud, to beautiful lanterns, there are festivals for nearly everything. In my opinion though, one of …
The 2013 Seoul Drum Festival: Korea’s Most Rhythmic Festival
When I was a kid, I wrote a published poem that started out “The rhythmic beats of the drums filled the air”, and while I may have visited the Seoul …
6 Haggling Tips for the Nervous Traveler
If you’re from a western country, it’s likely that haggling for prices isn’t something you do every day. Sure, you might negotiate a price every few years for a new …