With the announcement yesterday that Rason would be the first place in North Korea to reopen to tourism, this has brought up a very valid question: WTF is Rason, and should you visit the place? As the foreigner who has probably been there more than anyone else, I felt it prudent not only to answer…
The Blue Lagoon Resort in Chuuk is as much a gateway as it is a destination. Located on Weno Island, this hotel boasts an unbeatable view of the famous Truk Lagoon, home to some of the world’s best dive sites. The setting feels tropical yet slightly aged—a throwback to the days when explorers would make…
The Pohnpei Guide! Welcome to the largest island in the Federated States of Micronesia, often billed as a paradise for those looking to get away from it all. Yet while it’s undeniably beautiful, it’s not exactly brimming with excitement. This Pohnpei guide will help you navigate what there is to see and do, but fair…
One of the best ways to enjoy staying in Bali is by renting a villa in Bali. How easy though is it to do that though, what are the costs and how do you deal with entertainment? We have all that and more in our guide. What the Bali? To the blissfully unaware Bali is…
Having previously spent many years living in Dandong one of the highlights was always looking over the Yalu River into Sinuiju. This though is something that has greatly over the years though as not only both economies have developed, but also other factors have came into play, such as Covid-19 and the very visible closure…
Can you travel in China without speaking Chinese? The simple answer to this is that yes you can. The realistic answer though is that with English regressing and the new payment systems it is extremely hard if you do not speak Chinese. Now this might well surprise you if you ingest social media at all….
