From Busan, we took the train to Gyeongju, Korea’s ancient capital during the Silla period. It’s filled with historic sites,…
We survived our night in Busan – no dreamland trips to south gate village happened, and umbrella grannies did not…
This week marks our first expedition out of Seoul by way of trains. First: Busan, home of the international film…
Considerably less jet lagged today, we embarked on a journey around Central Seoul – a journey filled with ice creams!…
Of the last 24 hours, two things were certain: the satisfaction level of the first shower after being in transit…
All of our air travel for this trip has been oddly smooth. Our first plane from MSP to Seattle started…
The currency puns begin in earnest! My cold and I are on our way to South Korea for 15 days.…
Dumplings Traditional Beijing style, from a small restaurant in Liangmaqiao. Traditional Chinese meal, featuring Mabodofu A meal cooked by…
This weekend saw lots of time exploring Beijing’s sights with Sarah’s host family. They hired a van to tote the…
Usually, I feel pretty safe on a sidewalk, self-inflicted tripping misery aside. Due to our extended exploring over the past…