The mere thought of visiting China sends my travel senses into a frenzy. From modern cities juxtaposed with ancient temples to old atmospheric canal-side streets fringed with food stands serving up mouth-watering xiaolongbao, China is one place where you'll never cease to get your fill. The problem comes with nailing down what to do in China. It's not as simple as hopping onto a train and zipping off to any destination you want in mere hours (umm, hello Korea!). Distances in China are huge …
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8 Marvelous Things to Do in Busan, South Korea
While it lacks the popularity of Seoul among travellers, the brazen port city of Busan sweats with enough swagger to drop in as a must-see destination for any first-time visitor to Korea. Many of the most obvious charms of Korea's second biggest city don't appear instantly. Carve out just one day in Busan though and the picture will slowly start to focus. Sift through the best things to do in Busan, and you'll dazzle at mountainside and seaside temples, splash around on some of the best …
Where to Stay in Busan, Korea: The Best Hotels & Neighbourhoods
No visit to Korea is complete without traipsing over to Busan, the country's seaside second city. Unlike other Korean destinations, the charms of Busan don't immediately jump out as you first venture into its drab urban sprawl. Spend just one day in Busan though, and I guarantee you'll see things in a different light. Whether you're charmed by mountain- or seaside temples or ready to soak up the rays at surprisingly pristine intercity beaches, Busan delivers in spades. The biggest problem …
What to Pack for Japan: The Ultimate Japan Packing List
Headed off to Japan? One problem that trips up first-time travellers more than anything is figuring out what to pack for Japan. From Japan's unpredictable weather to its wholly unique culture, knowing what to bring along—and what to leave behind!—isn't always so cut and dry. Fortunately, there's an easy solution. Follow along with this Japan packing list and you'll be prepared to take on whatever the Land of the Rising Sun throws at you—in every season. I've got everything covered from …
One Day in Busan, South Korea: A Complete Itinerary
Second to only Seoul in the urban scene of South Korea, the wonderful port city of Busan charms visitors in the most peculiar way. Busan itself, while buzzing with excitement, isn't exactly the main draw for most. It's the fringes of the city—from white-sand beaches and forested mountains to hot springs and remote temples—that truly paint Busan in its best light, and keep travellers sticking around. Cradling a population of 3.6 million, Busan isn't, as you'd expect, an easy place to zip …
