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 [...]
The 6 Most Popular Shopping Markets in Bangkok
by Mark Wiens on May 10, 2012
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 [...]
How to Get a Thai Visa in Seoul, South Korea
by Mark Wiens on April 27, 2012
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 [...]
23 Fun Things to do in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
by Mark Wiens on April 17, 2012
Dar Es Salaam is Tanzania’s largest and most influential city. Yet Mount Kilimanjaro, the northern circuit of African wildlife and the island of Zanzibar are the reasons why many tourists that visit Tanzania miss the largest city altogether. With 4 – 6 million inhabitants, Dar Es Salaam is a vibrant East African city that includes [...]
VIDEO: Koko Head Crater Hike (Amazing View)
by Mark Wiens on April 8, 2012
(if you can’t see the video, click here to watch it on Youtube) Thank you for watching the video! Hawaii is full of amazing hiking trails. Among the many hikes on the island of Oahu is the Koko Head Crater hike that follows a former railroad car trail straight up the side of the mountain. [...]
Review: Touring Vietnam on a Motorcycle (Two Wheels and Rice Fields)
by Mark Wiens on March 29, 2012
Vietnam is one of the most thrilling destinations I’ve been to in all of Southeast Asia. I remember when I first landed in Hanoi from Bangkok – I just couldn’t believe the busyness of the city and the vast amounts of motorcycle traffic everywhere on the road. The last time I visited Vietnam, I was only there [...]
One Day in Bangkok: 9 Things to Do and See
by Mark Wiens on March 27, 2012
Bangkok is a huge city with an everlasting supply of exciting attractions, superbly interesting sites and more delicious street food than you could ever imagine (until it’s in your mouth). After living in Bangkok on and off for a few years now, I decided to share a few things that I would recommend to do [...]
Chengyang and the Wind and Rain Bridge: The Ultimate Visitors’ Guide
by Mark Wiens on March 20, 2012
Chengyang is a little cluster of villages inhabited by the Chinese Dong minority people. The town is located in the northern part of Guangxi Province, just 30 minutes by bus from the larger city of Sanjiang and about 4 hours from the bustling modern city of Guilin, China. Chengyang is famous because the entire village [...]
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