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
An Art-filled Day Trip to The Villa Borghese in Rome Posted on November 5, 2016May 21, 2024 The Wonders of Villa Borghese in Rome We strolled around the fountains, took a walk over to the Pantheon, and Trevi Fountain, ate a little gelato. I had yet to realize we walked so far and had to catch a taxi back to the Villa Borghese in Rome, now a… Read more
PLACES Korea’s Tea Museum– More Than Tea in Boseong Posted on December 27, 2015May 21, 2024 We stumbled upon the Korea’s Tea Museum after seeing a sign at the turnoff to our intended destination–the Boseong Tea Plantation. Happy accidents like this make travel unpredictable and sometimes ends up being the highlight of the day. We walked into the museum not knowing what to expect. We didn’t know if the exhibits would have English translations or if we’d spend a few walking around looking at pretty pictures. 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