Oh we saw and did a lot during our time touring this tourist delight. Perhaps my most favorite part of my time here was the food! Meat lovers have a lot to look forward to if visiting South Korea. Koreans definitely know how to eat. Aside from the very tasty Korean Barbecues there are many… Continue reading South Korea: Seoul Part II
Month: December 2016
South Korea: Seoul Part I
Gyeongbokgung Palace Seoul is brimming with things to see, do and eat! We had a blast exploring this vast city. I loved every minute of my time in South Korea. The people are friendly, the prices are fair and the food is simply amazing. I've compiled a list of things you should see and do… Continue reading South Korea: Seoul Part I
Taiwan Travel Guide
I was fortunate enough to be able to travel from Okinawa to Taiwan on a conservative budget and manage to see and do a lot on our four day trip. As soon as we arrived we hit the ground running and had a great time in Taipei. Taipei is cheap, the train system is easy… Continue reading Taiwan Travel Guide
Okinawa Travel Guide
Okinawa is a very special place to visit as it is very different from the rest of Japan. In fact, once upon a time it was known as the Ryukyu Kingdom. This family of islands on the southernmost part of Japan was invaded in the Edo period and was slowly shaped into the island we… Continue reading Okinawa Travel Guide
Okinawa is Unique
Okinawa's landscape is different from the rest of Japan but its noticeable differences from the mainland don't end there. Okinawan tradition, culture, food, drink and wildlife assure the southernmost land of Japan stays unique. Traditional Ryukyu arts performances such as this one was presented near Shuri Castle. At the end of August, during Obon, the… Continue reading Okinawa is Unique