If you’re planning a trip to Seoul and want to treat yourself to a truly refined dining experience, I highly recommend adding Bicena Seoul to your itinerary. This Michelin-starred Korean restaurant delivers not only elevated traditional flavors, but also jaw-dropping views from the 81st floor of the Signiel Hotel at Lotte World Tower. ⭐ 1…
In this post, I’m sharing some of the must-try restaurants around Lotte World Mall and Seokchon Lake in Jamsil. If you’re staying at Sofitel Ambassador Seoul (which I reviewed earlier!), you’ll be glad to know that most of these places are within walking distance. Even beyond my picks, there’s an entire alleyway packed with local…
If you’re looking for a luxury hotel in Seoul that’s still kind of a hidden gem, Sofitel Seoul should definitely be on your radar. It opened in October 2021, which makes it pretty new compared to other luxury spots in the city. But what sets it apart isn’t just the high-end vibe — it’s the…
The Hyatt Regency Danang sits on a massive property equivalent to 8.5 soccer fields, boasting a stunning 750-meter stretch of sandy beach and five luxurious swimming pools. This resort offers a range of accommodations to suit various preferences, with most rooms featuring spectacular ocean views. The property includes 198 guest rooms, 142 residences with 1-3…
Gyeongju is a city filled with an incredible array of historical sites, making it a must-visit destination. It’s so iconic that many Korean students go there for school trips, and it’s often referred to as Korea’s “museum without walls.” Having visited Gyeongju more than three times, I’ve selected my absolute favorite spots and the ones…
For my recent trip to Sapporo, finding the right hotel was an adventure on its own. I found myself going back and forth on a few options, reserving and then canceling as I kept searching for the best deal. Why the indecision? Well, as my travel dates got closer, the hotel prices started dropping! This…
Did you know that Sapporo is one of the three major ramen cities in Japan that led the ramen boom? (Hakata, Kitakata, and Sapporo) There are over 1,000 ramen shops just in Sapporo city. Among them, there’s even a ramen alley in Susukino, the busiest area in Sapporo, so I went to check it out….
During my recent trip to Hokkaido, I focused mainly on Sapporo and Otaru, cities known more for their culinary delights and shopping than historic landmarks. Since Sapporo has fewer historic spots compared to Kyoto, most of this trip was about eating and shopping—which I didn’t mind at all! In this regard, the Sapporo Beer Museum,…
If you’re planning to visit Gyeongju, you absolutely have to check out Bulguksa Temple. Growing up in Korea, Gyeongju and Bulguksa were our go-to field trip spots from elementary through middle school. While times might have changed, the historical significance of Gyeongju and Bulguksa is still a big deal for us Koreans. Bulguksa Temple is…
I had the delightful opportunity to experience Singapore Airline’s Business Class back in 2022. It’s been a little while, but I’d like to share my experience before the details fade away. The voyage tooke me from Incheon, Korea to Singapore. The travel time was 6:10 hours and the type of the plane was Boeing 787-10….
