Archive for Category: "South & North Korea"
Tough Travel “Hot” Spots on The Early Show
Are there travel hotspots you think are off-limits? Maybe places like Iraq, Cuba and North Korea come to mind? Guess what? You can travel to all of them. These days, there’s almost no part of the planet that’s completely off-limits to intrepid travelers.
America’s Gypsy: Exploring Koreatown in Los Angeles
America’s Gypsy Ana Berry travels the world within America, finding unusual and often unexpected cultural adventures in America’s diverse communities. Read on for her adventures in L.A.’s Koreatown … Located in the Mid-Wilshire district of Los Angeles, Koreatown is rich with historic brownstones, high-end Asian boutiques, food markets, and spas. In the 1960s, when restrictions [...]
Suzy Gershman’s Postcard from Seoul, South Korea, Airports, Local Brands and Spas
Dear Peter, When my dear friend Marie-Bettina confessed that she owes her stunning visage to her plastic surgeon and Korean skin care products, I decided to check out Seoul. I got Seoul, man. No, seriously, while doing a big sweep of Asia, Seoul isn’t that far out of the way and many say it’s an [...]
Off the Brochure Travel Guide: Seoul, South Korea
With more than 23 million people living in the Seoul area, the Korean capital city proves itself as a thriving and electric megalopolis. Seoul is comprised of several distinct districts, ranging from the traditional to bohemian, each allowing travelers to experience the city’s complexity and offering a glimpse into the lives of local “Seoulites.”
Traveling When Currencies Crash: Silver Lining of a Global Economic Meltdown
As the American bailout gets underway, Europe stands on the precipice and the world holds its collective breath, it may not seem like the most auspicious time to head out on a long vacation. But the economic crisis may actually provide an opportunity for travelers to get some great deals. Certain countries like Iceland, Hungary [...]
Inside North Korea… the Real-Life 1984
Well, we finally pulled off our long-held dream: After years of trials and disappointment we slipped into the world’s sole remaining Stalinist dictatorship, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. Why the government is allowing small numbers of tourists from the U.S. into the country is anyone’s guess. We just felt as giddy as kids in [...]
Autumn in … North Korea? A Travel Guide to the Hermit Kingdom
Serious off-the-beaten path travelers, take note. From August 10 to October 10 of this year, U.S. citizens will be able to travel to North Korea on visas — a rare opportunity from “The Hermit Kingdom” that is — at least temporarily — choosing to put aside its anti-American sentiments in favor of tourism dollars. The [...]
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