DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES The Best Hiking Trails are in Daegu South Korea Posted on April 15, 2017April 20, 2026 You’ll climb, you’ll pant heavily, sweat, and curse your way through some of the most beautiful scenery, temples, and vistas you’ll ever see. And you’ll find humility on the side. Eighty-year-old men pass you by with their hands behind their backs. But you’ll be rewarded because Daegu, South Korea, has… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Stay in a Hanok at Hahoe Folk Village: Authentic Korean Experience in Andong Posted on April 13, 2017November 15, 2025 Stay in a hanok at Hahoe Folk Village Stay. A hanok is a traditional house built on a philosophy of Korean ancestors who sought a life of harmony, piety and simplicity. Hanks are traditional made of elements like earth, wood, rock and other natural materials. Hanoks are excellent examples of sustainable architecture that benefit man and the environment. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Hahoe World Mask Museum in Andong, South Korea Posted on April 9, 2017November 15, 2025 The Hahoe Mask Museum has masks from many Thailand, the Philippines, the South Pacific as well as Asia and North America adorn its walls and display cases. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Why Families Love the Daegu Arboretum: How to Make the Most of Your Visit Posted on April 9, 2017November 15, 2025 Daegu Arboretum leads the country as the first eco-friendly park built on a former landfill. City officials transformed nearly a square mile of waste into a thriving green space. Today, the park features more than 1,000 varieties of trees, wildflowers, cacti, and medicinal herbs. Visitors can stroll past bonsai, ponds,… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Daegaya Museum in Goryeong Posted on April 7, 2017November 15, 2025 I woke up in the morning with the sun already high in the sky. One of the first warm days signalling spring was on the way made it impossible for me to stay inside. It’s strawberry season in Goryeong, which is the capital of the former Daegaya Dynasty. It’s also home to the Daegaya Museum and Burial Tombs and a fantastic day trip to combine my love of history while enjoying the warm day and blue skies. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Asian Foods Adventure: Unveiling My Most Loved Dishes Posted on April 5, 2017November 15, 2025 I loved almost everything I ate while traveling, especially the street foods and most definitely the street food in Thailand and Cambodia– where we almost always pulled up a plastic chair to a plastic table just a few feet from the curb. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Temple Travel in Asia: How to Visit a Buddhist Temple the Right Way Posted on March 27, 2017November 15, 2025 Do not touch the monks unless you ask or they touch you first. This is especially true for women. You should also be aware, some temples are not open to women. Do not be offended. Women were allowed in these temples at one time. Women were banned because they menstruate, soiling the mats. Unfortunately the modern day conveniences of tampons has had no effect on the prohibition. Women are still considered “unclean”. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES The Best Brunch: La Mia Emily Hanok Cafe in Daegu Posted on March 23, 2017November 15, 2025 Brunch is served from 11-1 pm daily and cost 11,500 Won per person. Brunch includes eggs (cooked your way or scrambled with/ without bacon), hash browns, sausage and bacon, tossed salad, toast or bagel, fresh fruit and your choice of coffee or juice. Today we had sliced bananas and oranges. Merline enjoyed an Americano and I had a caramel macchiato under a blue sky and a comfy blanket. Read more