East Asia

Romantic Winter Date Spots in Seoul

On the trees snow is glistening, lights are sparkling, and the air is alive with enjoyment. Picture cool winds as you wear your favorite parka and stroll Korea’s date spots season by season. Winter has a fantastic way of doing damage to our skin, hair, and morale, but the best part of living in Korea is […] Read more…

Cool Budget Friendly Activities in Hong Kong

I would like to thank Gina for publishing this article. Her site is an amazing place for information and tips about traveling in the Far East, as well as following her own adventure. After reading this article, I highly recommend you head over to this post to check out the pictures of the highlights of […] Read more…

Okinawa Japan is an Awesome Place to Live

In light of my Japan wasn’t awesome posts, I want to reiterate and tell you all why Okinawa was the shizz. Japan offers a great deal to many expats and these are also some reasons why I miss Japan. I made many friends who were so kind and warm hearted. I miss them a lot, […] Read more…

How I Lost Weight in Korea and Got Fat in Japan

Today’s post is an immensely personal one. If you’re looking for laughs, disregard this post, but if you’re interested in a part of my life I haven’t shared until now, keep on reading. Now I’ve spent some time away from Japan, I feel more comfortable writing the realities of what happened to my personal growth […] Read more…

Why I Prefer Living in Korea over Japan

When everyone thinks of Asia and cool things, they automatically say Tokyo, with its useless useful inventions, funky fashion, and interesting culture. Just an FYI, Tokyo is not a representation for all of Japan. I hardly hear anyone in the west talking about Korea even though Korea has proven to be more technologically forward compared […] Read more…

Korean Couple Rings

Korea has an enormous couple culture. It’s all about your significant other in Korea. There’s matching couple outfits, shoes, couple apps, rings, and the list goes on and on. You can get couple rings whenever, but the 100 day mark is when many couples decide to take the leap and get one. When you’ve weathered […] Read more…

Is Liking Japan a Crime in Korea?

I like Japan and Korea. That’s not a secret. I left part of my heart in Okinawa’s dazzling ocean, my stomach in Chicago yearning for deep dish diabeetus on a plate, and I fell in love with Korea whilst traveling last year. I find when I get excited and I compare how similar they are (including […] Read more…

How I Met My Boyfriend

UPDATE: Aaron and I are no longer together, but I’m choosing to leave this blog post up I’m focusing on the good memories and positives. šŸ™‚ This is a post I’ve been nervous to share for awhile. It’s literally been sitting in my draft box waiting to see the light of day, so here is […] Read more…

Why You Should Visit JeonJu in Autumn

I love Autumn. Okinawa only had three seasons: winter, spring, and summer. I hadn’t experienced an Autumn in Asia until I went to Kyoto and Nara, but let me tell you, it was a real treat. In Korea, I have been enjoying the warm days and cool nights that this particular season brings. I had […] Read more…

Making Friends in Japan versus Korea

I received a request for this post and I thought it was a great topic. Thanks for commenting and following my blog, everyone! Your support means the world to me. There were a few times I wanted to quit, but I’m glad I didn’t This post is dedicated to how I made friends in Japan […] Read more…

JET versus GEPIK

Applying to teach abroad may be a daunting task. If you’re looking for the easy way to come over, programs like Interac or working at Eikaiwas in Japan sound good for the most part. If you’re considering Korea, you might go the Hagwon route, but know that not all Hagwons are created equal. Like all […] Read more…

Where To Rent Hanbok in Seoul: One Day Hanbok

UPDATE: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, One Day Hanbok has been temporarily closed. I recommend renting from Hanboknam instead because they’re still open and cater to foreigners. I’m sure if you’re here you’re probably thinking… Where to rent a hanbok in Seoul? Like literally, where can I get my hands on one of those beautiful […] Read more…

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