PLACES Hahoe World Mask Museum in Andong, South Korea Posted on April 9, 2017April 28, 2024 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
PLACES Daegaya Museum in Goryeong Posted on April 7, 2017May 20, 2024 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
TRAVEL EXPERIENCES Jindo Miracle Sea Parting Festival Posted on March 19, 2017June 28, 2024 The “road” is less than 200 feet wide and 1.7 miles long and will recede exposing a land bridge. You’ll have 90 minutes to make the journey there and back before you’ll be swept away by the returning tide. Read more
PLACES Why You Should Visit Gamcheon Cultural Village in Busan Posted on January 15, 2017June 9, 2024 With Gamcheon Village’s population shrinking, the residents got creative and decided to build larger, more permanent homes and attract the new tourist trade. They decided to paint the exteriors of their shops and homes bright colors and turn the village into a cultural center with the installation of tiled art, sculpture and museums as random as early history and dolls. Read more
PLACES Getting Dirty at the Boryeong Mud Festival in South Korea Posted on July 24, 2016May 21, 2024 They come to wrestle, slide, swim and play in the mud. We watched people just sit in the mud with their plastic encased smart phones, they played soccer and sat for colored face and body painting. I went to see what the fuss was about and my son, bless his 19 year old heart, wanted to see a whole lot of girls in in muddy swimsuits… missions accomplished!! Read more
PLACES Hiking the Apsan Kosangol Valley Trail in Daegu South Korea Posted on March 7, 2016August 3, 2024 After consulting the map I decided to hike up to the Kosangol Valley because it would take me past the Mud Crack Ripple Mark and Dinosaur Footprint. Keep in mind I had no idea what either of those markers on the map would entail or whether or not I’d be able to discern them once I had arrived. Read more
PLACES A Day Trip to Boseong Tea Plantation and Museum Posted on December 27, 2015May 20, 2024 There aren’t any rides at this theme park, and you’ll enjoy it on your own speed. The only thrill you’ll receive is the thrill of accomplishment after climbing to the top of the mountain and enjoying the view of the entire plantation. But there are a lot of exhibits on the calming and medicinal uses of green tea and plenty of spots to enjoy the scenery on a beautiful day. Read more
TRAVEL EXPERIENCES The Hand of Harmony Festival in Pohang Posted on November 30, 2015November 30, 2024 Early morning road trip This morning, excitement filled the air as I woke up at 4:30 AM, ready for adventure. I quickly got ready, grabbing my camera gear and snacks. After setting my Korea-specific GPS, I hit the road, my favorite tunes setting the mood. My destination? Pohang’s annual Hand… Read more