Yangon, the former capital of Myanmar remains the main entree point for visitors.  A few quirks of the city one quickly notices, or subtly notices after a few hours stay in the city. First the glaringly obvious. The driving is all right handed side, and all roads are oriented in this configuration. However... Continue Reading →

When I read in the Economist that Myanmar was opening up and making it easier to travel and get visas I knew where I would be heading. I first learned of Bagan when I was doing my Thai history lessons and in the course a little picture of the plain filled with thousands of stupas... Continue Reading →

I hesitate to do Seoul in this series of blog posts. This is because I lived in Seoul, well Suwon, outside of Seoul but because it was so close and a lot of shopping and 90% of my weekends were spent there. Seoul was my second home away from home. Its always harder for me... Continue Reading →

I had long wished to visit Mungyeong Seje, and when the chance finally came I couldn't simply let this opportunity pass me by. On this trip, I went with my friend Miyoung, who is the younger sister of my friend from my college days. While the day was warm and the air fresh, it was... Continue Reading →

I was thoroughly drenched after my short climb past the tourist traps, touts, and park ticket office to the crest of the hill when the magnificence of the temple ruins of Prasat Phnom Rung came into full view. I always seem to pick the warmest days when I decide to venture out and do some... Continue Reading →

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