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Welcome to your ultimate guide to the top dog friendly restaurants, bars, and patios in Chicago! Whether you’re a local or just visiting the Windy City, this guide is designed to help you find the perfect spots where you and your pup can relax, eat, and have a great time together. If you’re anything like […] Read more…
If you’re looking for the perfect place to get away, that isn’t Tokyo, Kyoto, or Osaka, look no further than the white sandy beaches and natural beauty of Okinawa Prefecture. In this 10-day Okinawa itinerary, you’ll know where to go, what to do, and what to skip. Why should you listen to me compared to […] Read more…
If you’re looking for the perfect place to get away, look no further than the white sandy beaches and natural beauty of Okinawa Prefecture. In this 5-day Okinawa itinerary, you’re gonna know where to go, what to do, and what to skip. Why listen to me as compared to all the other bloggers out there? […] Read more…
I’m updating this post because a few years have passed since I lived in Japan and South Korea. Many of my thoughts and opinions have changed with time, so I wanted to let you know what’s up since I originally wrote this post in 2015. I’ve been constantly asked why I preferred living in Korea […] Read more…
When I was a novice blogger, I never DREAMED of writing about things I hate about Japan because I was so afraid of backlash (particularly from the scary Japanophiles who think Japan is a paradise on Earth). Now, I just don’t care. I am a human and I’m here to give my full and uncensored […] Read more…
Wondering what to pack for Korea in summer? In this guide, you’ll have the best tips on what to bring to Korea, how to dress in Korea, and what not to wear in South Korea during the summer season. Before I even packed my first sundress, I made sure I had travel medical insurance with SafetyWing. […] Read more…
Thinking of traveling to the Land of the Morning Calm and wondering what to pack for South Korea? This South Korea packing list has all the essential items you must bring. South Korea is a great place to visit as a solo female traveler. I can 1000% guarantee that the Land of the Morning Calm is […] Read more…
Korea has no shortage of unique cafes in Seoul’s trendy university district, Hongdae. City dwellers can come and enjoy this adorable meerkat cafe in Seoul. A typical animal cafe in South Korea usually consists of dog cafes or cat cafes. Korean pet cafes are quite popular, which is why the Meerkat and Friends Cafe opened […] Read more…
If you’re visiting South Korea, check out the amazing Thanks Nature Sheep Cafe in Seoul. Koreans are absolutely obsessed with coffee, and love to invent new ways to make the experience exciting. But why have a regular cup of coffee when you can spice it up by turning your establishment into a raccoon cafe, owl […] Read more…
There are so many reasons you should live abroad at least once in your life! Living abroad in a foreign country with a new culture is an incredible experience, and not everyone gets to have it. You have the unique opportunity to meet new people, make new friends, and learn a new language. In my […] Read more…
Looking for the best place to stay in Gangneung, South Korea? The Seamarq is a gorgeous five-star hotel that was one of the first to have an infinity-edge pool with panoramic views of the ocean. This luxury hotel is one of my favorite places to stay after the Banyan Tree in Seoul. Gangneung is an East Coast town […] Read more…
If your goal is to enjoy the beauty of Korea without screaming children, drunk old men, and crazy howling tourists, Deokjeokdo is just the recipe for you. Think about most of the beaches you’ve been to in Korea before. Busan beaches? Riddled with people. Gangneung Beach? OMG, run for your LIFE. Girl, don’t even. Seriously. I […] Read more…
