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 MoreThe start of my new mini-series, Solo in Seoul, showing cool places to check out that I’ve collected over my three years in Korea. Hapjeong is a treasure trove of proud roasteries, vintage thrift shops and vegan restaurants in Seoul.
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 MoreWhat makes little Gunsan worth the time? Well, there’s the Korean classics: cafes, museums, and good food. And it’s got some of the only remaining examples of Japanese architecture left in Korea.
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. The Snoopy Garden is a not just a cash grab. I wish I’d say I wasn’t surprised by that (so cynical) but I was.
Read MorePart of my Jeju series. February is prime orange season in Korea. What’s better than fresh citrus and cute puppies?
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. We went to Jeju’s own little island—Udo. The quickest way to my lil travel heart is a bike ride through some green scenery.
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 MorePart of my Jeju series. The Bunker de Lumières is a digital art installation. The music swells, and it takes you into Van Gogh’s work, swirling and swimming.
Read MoreLast Saturday my friends and I decided to do a little (read: long) Halloween hike. We settled on Gyeryongsan 계룡산.
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.
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