Seoul, South Korea, is a huge city with lots and lots of things to do. An immediate glance and you’ll probably notice that shopping and dining are two of Seoul’s most prominent features. But after a little more research and wandering around, you’ll notice that there’s a rich history (Seoul has been a settlement for [...]
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The 6 Most Popular Shopping Markets in Bangkok
It’s honestly incredible to think about how many markets are scattered throughout Bangkok. I’ve been on and off living in Bangkok for nearly three years and I still discover new markets in different parts of the city. Today we’re going to go through 6 of Bangkok’s busiest central markets, shopping havens that cover a variety [...]
The Foodie’s Guide to Korean Street Food in Seoul
Seoul is a foodie kingdom. While there’s a tantalizing restaurant every few meters throughout the entire city, it’s street food carts and tents that fill all the open spaces. Walking through Seoul is like having to walk through a slot canyon of culinary goodies all calling your name. When I first arrived, I felt like [...]
VIDEO: Seoul Street Food at the Gwangjang Market
(If you can’t see the video, watch it here on Youtube) Thank you for watching! Seoul, South Korea, is a foodie paradise and the Gwangjang Market is a mesmerizing display of Korean street food. When I first arrived I literally couldn’t believe what was before me… it took a few moments before I could even [...]
Photo: Fresh Turmeric Root in Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan food is extremely delicious, and one of the spices that’s a fundamental part of the cuisine is turmeric root. I took this photo in an area near Pusselawa and the turmeric was picked by a local grandmother that proceeded to cook one of the best chicken curries I’ve ever tasted in my life!
South Korean Food: 29 of the Best Tasting Dishes
1. Chili Pickled Cabbage (Kimchi 김치) I’m going to start this South Korean food list with not really a dish at all, but something that is critically vital and quintessential to any Korean meal: KIMCHI. While there are many different kinds of kimchi, the most common version is made with napa cabbage that is preserved [...]
How to Get a Thai Visa in Seoul, South Korea
I’ve gotten Thai visas in quite a few different countries now, and honestly it was a breeze to get a Thai visa in Seoul, South Korea. Note: If you only intend to visit Thailand for one month, (depending on what passport you hold) you probably don’t even need to apply for a Thai visa until [...]
Photo Favorite: Colorful Traffic of Bangkok
Bangkok is known for its over abundance of motor vehicles which inevitably leads to heavy traffic jams. Every time I return to Bangkok after being away on a trip, I am surprised again and again by the wildly colorful taxis. Unlike cities where cars are all brown, white or grey, Bangkok’s fleet is quite modern [...]
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Hey! My name is Mark. After graduating from university, I decided to travel the world!
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