Japan Airlines JAL First Class Lounge Tokyo Haneda HND review
After enjoying my layover in Tokyo, I headed back to Tokyo Haneda for my flight to San Francisco. I was flying on Japan Airlines in First Class on an …
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The best craft beer in Tokyo, Japan
Last updated: March 18, 2023 Asia, Beer & Breweries, Food & Drink, Japan, Tokyo, Travel Guides No Comments
Long an epicenter of trendy culture, Tokyo is now the epicenter of Japan‘s burgeoning craft beer scene. While many of the breweries themselves are located elsewhere in the country, …
A trip to South Korea & Japan – Introduction
In September-October 2016, I traveled to South Korea for the first time. On my way, I also decided to visit Japan for a few days. My flights were mostly …
Japan Airlines JAL First Class Boeing 777-300ER Tokyo Haneda HND to San Francisco SFO review
Finally, it was time for me to go home. After an excellent trip through Japan & South Korea, then a fun day layover in Tokyo, it was time to …
A layover in Tokyo from Haneda Airport – sushi, arcades, & beer in Akihabara
Last updated: March 18, 2023 Asia, Beer & Breweries, Culture, Day Trips & Tours, Food, Food & Drink, Japan, Movies, Television, Music, & Books, Tokyo, Travel Guides No Comments
Tokyo is one of my favorite cities in the world. When I had the opportunity to include a 10+ hour layover in the city on my way from Seoul …
Japan Airlines JAL Business Class Boeing 787-800 Seoul Gimpo GMP to Tokyo Haneda HND review
The first leg of my journey back home was a flight from Seoul to Tokyo. I flew on Japan Airlines in Business Class on a Boeing 787-800 from Seoul …
Air Lounge Hue Seoul Gimpo GMP review
Prior to my flight from Seoul to Tokyo, the second lounge I visited was the Air Lounge Hue Seoul Gimpo. Like the KAL Lounge Seoul Gimpo, the Air Lounge Hue Seoul …
KAL Lounge Seoul Gimpo GMP review
With my time in South Korea complete, it was time to head back home. I had managed to get myself a nice long layover in Tokyo so I could …
Hiking in Seoraksan National Park – Heundeulbawi Rock, Gyejoam Grotto, & Ulsanbawi Rock
Last updated: March 18, 2023 Art & Architecture, Asia, Culture, Hiking & Outdoors, History, Seoraksan National Park, South Korea, Travel Guides 2 Comments
My final hike in Seoraksan National Park was to Heundeulbawi Rock, Gyejoam Grotto, & Ulsanbawi Rock. The trail to these landmarks is just past Sinheungsa Temple & its giant …
Hiking in Seoraksan National Park – Biryong, Yukdam, & Towangseong Falls
Last updated: March 18, 2023 Asia, Culture, Hiking & Outdoors, Seoraksan National Park, South Korea, Travel Guides 2 Comments
On my 2nd day in Seoraksan National Park, I did two hikes. The first was to Yukdam Falls, then Biryong Falls, then finally to the Towangseong Falls overlook. The …
Hiking in Seoraksan National Park – Cable Car & Gwongeumseong Fortress
Last updated: March 18, 2023 Art & Architecture, Asia, Culture, Hiking & Outdoors, History, Seoraksan National Park, South Korea, Travel Guides No Comments
I arrived back at the main entrance to Seoraksan National Park around 3pm. My hike to Biseondae and back had taken up most of the day. In the morning, …
Staying & eating near the entrance of Seoraksan National Park in Sokcho, South Korea – Goodstay Smile Resort & Guesthouse
Last updated: March 18, 2023 Asia, Culture, Food, Food & Drink, Hiking & Outdoors, Product Reviews, Seoraksan National Park, South Korea, Travel Guides No Comments
I could have stayed in central Sokcho for my visit to go hiking in Seoraksan National Park, but instead I decided to stay as close as possible to the …
Busan to Sokcho, South Korea by bus
Last updated: March 18, 2023 Asia, Busan, Product Reviews, Seoraksan National Park, South Korea, Travel Guides 16 Comments
Sokcho, South Korea is the gateway to the beautiful Seoraksan National Park. Every fall, hundreds of thousands of people flock to Seoraksan to see the leaves changing colors. I …
A day trip from Busan to Gyeongju, South Korea
Last updated: March 18, 2023 Art & Architecture, Asia, Busan, Culture, Day Trips & Tours, Favorite Stories & Experiences, Gyeongju, Hiking & Outdoors, History, South Korea, Travel Guides 5 Comments
Gyeongju, South Korea, is a major city in world history, yet comparatively few people are aware of its rich background. During the time of the Silla Dynasty, which lasted …
The best craft beer in Busan, South Korea
Last updated: March 18, 2023 Asia, Beer & Breweries, Busan, Food & Drink, South Korea, Travel Guides No Comments
Busan is South Korea‘s second largest city. While not as massive as Seoul, Busan still has a vibrant modern edge to it. There are several great breweries & places …
A visit to Haeundae & Dongbaek Park in Busan, South Korea
Last updated: March 18, 2023 Asia, Busan, Culture, Hiking & Outdoors, South Korea, Travel Guides No Comments
Late during my previous day in Busan, after having spent the afternoon exploring Gamcheon Culture Village, I had learned that Typhoon Chaba was going to be hitting South Korea …
Hiking in Seoraksan National Park – Biseondae
Last updated: March 18, 2023 Asia, Culture, Hiking & Outdoors, Seoraksan National Park, South Korea, Travel Guides No Comments
I spent two full days hiking in Seoraksan National Park, exploring four different areas from the entrance near Sokcho. On my first day, I took the bus into the …
A visit to Gamcheon Culture Village in Busan, South Korea
Last updated: March 18, 2023 Art & Architecture, Asia, Busan, Culture, Hiking & Outdoors, History, South Korea, Travel Guides No Comments
One of the highlights of Busan is Gamcheon Culture Village. In recent years, artists & residents have turned what was once a hilltop slum into a beautiful lively neighborhood. …
Attending a Doosan Bears KBO game at Jamsil Stadium in Seoul, South Korea
When I began my trip to Japan & South Korea, one of the key things I wanted to do was experience a Japanese baseball game in Fukuoka. South Korea …
10 great places for craft beer in Seoul, South Korea
Last updated: March 18, 2023 Asia, Beer & Breweries, Food & Drink, Seoul, South Korea, Travel Guides 1 Comment
South Korea has a great drinking culture, but until recently, quality beer was not part of it. However, in recent years, there has been an explosion of craft beer …