DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Year-Round Guide: Where to See the Most Beautiful Flowers in South Korea Posted on September 29, 2025February 15, 2026 Discover South Korea’s Stunning Natural Wonders! Get ready to be awe-struck by landscapes bursting with vibrant colors—from elegant chrysanthemums and dazzling sunflowers to delicate buckwheat. Your Instagram won’t know what hit it as we explore fields of enchanting pink muhly, graceful silver grass, and timeless roses. Don’t miss this visual feast! Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Sicily Travel Surprises: From Geeps to “American” Pizza With Hotdogs? Posted on September 25, 2025December 20, 2025 Sicily surprises with quirks you won’t find elsewhere: geeps that can cost you your car, directions marked by fruit vendors and umbrella girls, illegal car parkers, and “American pizza” with hotdogs. From pistachio obsession to African influences and Etna’s shadow, Sicily is chaotic, gritty, funny, and unforgettable. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES How to Enjoy Kid-friendly Amsterdam Posted on September 23, 2025December 20, 2025 Amsterdam defies its reputation as a city of sin, offering families canals, bikes, world-class museums, and kid-friendly adventures. From Anne Frank’s story to Nemo Science Center’s hands-on exhibits, the city blends history, culture, and play. Discover how Amsterdam mirrors imagination—whether through freedom, art, or family exploration. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Busan by the Sea: Top Attractions You Can’t Miss in 2025 Posted on September 17, 2025July 27, 2026 Busan always surprises me with new sights, flavors, and hidden corners. Each visit reveals fresh experiences—from secondhand book alleys to bustling seafood markets, from coastal trails to glittering night cruises. Mountains and sea surround the city, giving every adventure a stunning backdrop. Busan feels endlessly alive, layered, and magical. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES How to Experience Taormina at Its Best: Gardens, Sea Breezes, and Ancient Ruins Posted on September 15, 2025December 21, 2025 My real estate agent is probably no different than any of the realtors here in Daegu. Real estate agents in the US, show you properties and once you select one, collect their fee and move on. But not here in Korea. He translates the mail, pays all my utilities for me and drink soju and dance to American rap classics. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES A Postcard from the Past: A Time Capsule in Busan Posted on September 10, 2025December 21, 2025 Journey through time with a special postcard from Busan. This blog post shares an adventure of writing to the future, receiving the past, and reliving unforgettable experiences. Dive into a unique solo trip and be inspired to create your own time capsule. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES My Top 10 Most Beautiful Temples in Thailand Posted on August 28, 2025August 13, 2026 Thailand is filled with temples, but these ten stood out to me the most. From Wat Pho’s reclining Buddha in Bangkok to mountaintop stupas in Lampang and the glowing tree of Sirindhorn Wararam Phu Prao, each temple offers beauty, history, and devotion. This personal list reflects the places that felt unforgettable in design, setting, and spirit. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Why Rome Was the Best City in the World to Study Abroad at Oxford Posted on August 22, 2025July 28, 2026 On a whim, I entered an essay contest in my final year of college to attend the University Oxford. And I won. Initially, I thought having Oxford on my resume would open doors to me upon graduation. While I’m sure it didn’t hurt, the doors it opened weren’t necessarily career oriented. Read more