Before the Japanese annexed Korea in the early 20th century, the Joseon dynasty ruled the country for some 500 years after King Taejo ascended the throne in 1392. The new king established his capital in Seoul – moving it south from Kaesong, a city located in modern-day North Korea – and established a grand palace […]
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One Day in Siem Reap, Cambodia
Fish Amok Cambodian Khmer cuisine
Enter the Year of the Snake
It’s time to bid farewell to the Dragon, as the Year of the Snake comes slithering in. One of the 12 years of the Chinese Zodiac, which follows a lunar calendar, Snake years are said be a period of great change. It’s a time for shedding your old skin, shaking off what was slowing you […]
Bangkok: Off the Beaten Path
Bangkok has a fantastic array of glittering temples that are sure to keep you busy during your stay. But the temples tend to run together, especially after you’ve been out in the blistering heat and humidity for a while. Temple fatigue is real. If you need a break from the bling, check out these alternative […]
Celebrating Loi Krathong in Chiang Mai
The Loi Krathong Festival is a celebration of Buddha that takes place all over Thailand, though Chiang Mai’s observance is perhaps the most famous. Images and video of the mass release of thousands of lighted paper lanterns have enchanted me for years so we planned our trip to coincide with the festival. As fate would […]