Learning Korean History at Seodaemun Prison
A day of wandering through Seoul led me to visit Seodaemun Prison History Hall in the city’s Seodaemun Independence Park.
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In Awe of Kuang Si Waterfalls in Luang Prabang
Among my rough itinerary in Laos was a trip to the famous Kuang Si waterfall to see why this site was hyped by every other traveler.
Relaxing Weekend at Sun Moon Lake
To escape the busy city of Taipei, we headed for a relaxing weekend with magnificent nature of Sun Moon Lake in Nantou County, Taiwan.
Under the Domes in Singapore
It was my top destination in Singapore. Everyone who had been there told me that the Gardens by the Bay was the best spot in the small nation.
Head in the Clouds at Qixingshan
I headed into the clouds at Yangmingshan National Park in Taipei to hike the highest peak, Qixingshan.
Finding Nature in Tokyo at Mt. Mitake
As the weather cooled in autumn, I searched for new outdoor activities around Tokyo–it was almost late October and the foliage was beginning to change with the season.
An Extended Hike Through MacRitchie Reservoir in Singapore
A long but not strenuous hike around the lake and through the rainforest trail to the HSBC TreeTop Walk at MacRitchie Reservoir in Singapore.
Preconceptions and Reality in Singapore
When I considered traveling to Singapore I had many reasons to not go, mostly from my preconceptions of the country. This is my first impression of Singapore.
Beer in the Park
“While we were sober, three shared the fun; Now we are drunk, each goes his way. May we long share our odd, inanimate feast, And meet at last on the Cloudy River of the sky.” -Li Bai, Drinking Alone by Moonlight This week marks the 61st anniversary of the People’s Republic of China. The National …
Hiking the Highest Peak in Seoul at Bukhansan National Park
A hike up Baekundae, the highest peak in metropolitan Seoul, in Bukhansan National Park.
Independence Day in Seoul
Celebrating Independence Day in Seoul, South Korea, with a spicy burger and some beer in Noksapyeong with a surprise fireworks show.
Into the Clouds in Taroko National Park, Taiwan
A tour through the beautiful scenery surrounded by clouds in Taroko National Park on a trip to Hualien, Taiwan.
YouBike on the Taipei Riverside
Taking a long ride on the public share known as YouBike around Taipei’s Keelung Riverfront Park and enjoying the views of the city.
Protest Marches on in Taipei
Encountering the continuation of the student protests (Sunflower Movement) in Taipei as the protesters marched along the street next to Peace Park.
Sayonara, Japan
Saying sayonara to Japan was not an easy decision, but I had plans to get to another destination and see more of the world.