Seoul is a shopaholic’s paradise. There is so much to buy here. From cosmetics to brand name clothing to K-Pop souvenirs to artsy bric-a-brac, there’s no shortage of it in Seoul. Even the subway stations were like mini shopping malls.
Dongdaemun Design Plaza or DDP is an ultramodern structure designed to host…
Once a community for noble families and high-ranking officials, it still functions as a…
Outside of seeing the cherry blossoms, eating sannakji or “live” octopus was the one thing I was most excited about on this trip. I couldn’t wait to try it.
Within minutes of driving through the town’s welcome arches, you’ll be transported…
Sumaguing Cave’s cardinal rule: Register at the tourism office and get a guide. I don’t care how experienced a spelunker you think you are. This cave is dangerous on your own so don’t even think about it. Aside from keeping you safe, guides add value by telling you stories and sharing little tidbits of information.
Hanging coffins is an ancient funeral custom of some Asian ethnic groups. Animist tribal folk believed that putting their dead in steep crevices made their loved ones nearer to the gods.
This native Ifugao hut, devoid of electricity and set deep within the terraced mountains…
An alluring mix of beauty, physicality, remoteness, and manageable danger, this trek to Tappiya isn’t just about the waterfalls. It’s about the entire experience.
