FOOD AND DRINK Teddu Cafe: The Best Coffee Adventure in Mae Kampong Village Posted on April 26, 2024July 31, 2026 Finding Teddu Cafe isn’t obvious; it’s hidden in the greenery of Chiang Mai’s jungle. Look for stairs near a giant cat statue in the parking lot. Follow them down and walk over the bridge above the stream to reach Teddu Cafe. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Chiang Dao Day Trip from Chiang Mai: Caves, Temples, Cafes & Mountain Views Posted on January 30, 2024July 31, 2026 But like her sister city of Pai, Chiang Dao invites travelers to immerse themselves in serene landscapes, cultural wonders, and a much-needed escape from the chaos of the bustling city life in Chiang Mai. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Top 6 Hiking Trails in Daegu to Unleash your Inner Explorer Posted on January 29, 2022February 19, 2026 I love having Apsan Mountain. But there are so many hiking trails in Daegu at my doorstep. And many of the mountains are less than 2 hours away. Layer up people, hat, gloves, warm socks~~ none of these Korean mountains are FLAT!! You might find yourself strapping that jacket on your… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES I Want to Walk the Camino de Santiago in Spain Posted on March 18, 2019December 20, 2025 I’m not a religious person. And people who know me would be surprised that from time to time, I even pray. It’s not because I believe God exists. But because I don’t know for sure, He doesn’t. I do, however, consider myself a spiritual person. I’m always trying to find… Read more
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 Weekend Trips in Asia: Quick Getaways from Daegu, South Korea Posted on January 5, 2016July 31, 2026 My life had been thrown in a tailspin. We were moving 7,000 miles across the world from Fort Lee Virginia to Camp Henry in Daegu South Korea. We had to hire a realtor, find an apartment which took 3 months and get to all the Asian traveling we had imagined when we accepted this assignment. The year took us all over South Korea, Japan, China, Malaysia and Thailand and we’re just getting started. 2016 is going to be even better. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES The Truth About the Seokguram Hike: More Sweat Than Serenity Posted on September 1, 2015February 25, 2026 I expected serenity on the 4km climb from Bulguksa to Seokguram. Instead, fog erased the views, steep drops tested our nerves, and the line to see the Buddha stretched over an hour. Was the hike worth it? Here’s the honest truth no brochure mentions. Read more