I get a lot of questions in my Instagram DMs and YouTube comments, but these are the ones that come up the most often. “What’s it like living in South Korea?” And honestly, it’s the hardest one for me to answer out of them all. My experiences in Korea don’t speak for everyone, and my […] Read more…
Moving to Korea: What to Bring
Congrats! You decided that you’re finally going to move to Korea! You’ve got your job waiting, you’re all excited, except… You have no idea what to pack when moving to Korea. (I’m also going to go out on a limb here and guess you’re moving to South Korea to teach English.) Luckily, Korea is pretty […] Read more…
10 Types of Guys You Meet in Korea
I honestly wanted to title this blog post, “10 Types of Fuqbois You’ll Meet in Korea”, but I don’t think Google would find it very funny. Hence why I’m going to talk about the types of guys you meet in Korea because legit, they do really fall into stereotypes. Every country has their own unspoken […] Read more…
How I Paid Off My Student Loans in Korea
I have been student debt free since August 2018. When I started paying off my loans six months after graduation in 2012, I never thought I would be finished as fast as I was. For me, it felt like a dark cloud always hanging over my head. I began to think, “Was my education really […] Read more…
Afternoon Tea at Shangri La Tokyo
The title says it all. Shangri-La Tokyo is a hotel known to have tranquil and elegant luxury with prime locations. Located right next to Tokyo Station, you’ll be in the heart of Tokyo. With 200 spacious rooms and gorgeous restaurants, you won’t want to miss out on the BEST panoramic views of Tokyo… I had the […] Read more…
Where to Rent Kimono in Tokyo: Kimono Rentals Yae
Hey there. Chances are, you stumbled upon this blog post while planning your trip to Tokyo and you’re looking for some info on how to make your trip exceptional. You’re probably wondering where to a rent a kimono in Tokyo or where to rent a kimono in Asakusa. Traveling Japan is an extraordinary experience and […] Read more…
Four Day Beijing Itinerary
Wondering what to do in Beijing on holiday? Check out this four day Beijing itinerary and make the most of your trip to China. Beijing surprised me in many ways, good and bad. I’m gonna start off with some of the bomb diggity because you’ll wanna know what’s good in this huge city. The layout […] Read more…
Beijing Photo Essay
As of lately, I’ve been putting in a lot of effort into my photography, hence why I’m really proud to share with you this Beijing photo essay. While China was one of my least favorite countries I’ve visited, it doesn’t mean it has some seriously stunning sites. In this photo essay, I’ll take you to […] Read more…
What to Eat in Beijing: UnTour Old Beijing Dinner Tour
Have you ever wondered what to eat in Beijing? China is such a wonderful place for foodies and culinary lovers alike. One of my all time favorite things to do when I travel is eat. I like to try the local cuisine and really get a feel for the country through culinary experiences. Besides, the […] Read more…
A Week in My Life in Korea
At first I was excited and then my next initial thought was… Oh shit… That meant showing my life completely as it was. This meant unfiltered, barefaced, not completely did up like I was in all my social media. I think I may have panicked for a little bit like… OMG! What have I gotten […] Read more…
Must Knows About the Korean Immigration and Integration Program
I can’t tell you how good it feels to FINALLY be able to let the cat out of my pants. Or is it the bag? Tienes un gato en los pantalones? Whatever. Feel free to laugh at my incredibly bad dad jokes. Today, I wanted to discuss my experience with the KIIP or the Korean […] Read more…
How to Get a Job Teaching English in South Korea
Korea is kinda sorta the “IT” place to be in Asia. The Hallyu Wave is going nowhere and stronger than ever. While many are interested in this wonderful country for different reasons, it’s probably one of the best places for expats to live… And also hot spot for Kpop flower boys and girls. You get […] Read more…