For my second Japan vlog, I visited Kyoto and Osaka. After spending only one full day in each city, it was clear to me I was only scratching the surface. That being said, I was able to see many of the popular destinations. In Kyoto I witnessed Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Fushimi Inari Taisha, and the Gion District. In Osaka, I walked through Dotonbori and visited Osaka Castle. Catch up by watching my first Japan vlog here. Continue Reading
One of the most Instagrammable places in Seoul, Yongma Land has become a photographers heaven over the years. Yongma Land originally opened in 1980 as a functioning amusement park. Eventually it closed down in 2011, leaving the entire park, and it’s rides, abandoned. Now a local business man runs the operation, allowing locals and tourists alike an opportunity to pose with the broken down rides. While a creepy, rusted amusement park might not sound appealing at first, I promise you it’s worth a visit. Continue Reading
Last month I hopped across the pond from South Korea, and visited Japan for the very first time. I had anticipated this trip since arriving to Asia this past February. With only a few days in the country, I wanted to prioritize the majority of my time in Tokyo. Enjoy the first of two vlogs in Japan! Kyoto and Osaka are coming up next. Continue Reading
I’m not going to lie to you, I had high expectations of Japan. And while those expectations fell a bit flat {more on that coming soon}, I truly enjoyed capturing this country through my camera lens. There are so many Instagrammable places in Japan, but especially in Tokyo. Continue Reading
It’s safe to say that my experience here in South Korea has been…a complex one. It’s been a year consisting of many different and connected parts. For once in my life I went through all four stages of culture shock: honeymoon, frustration, adjustment, and acceptance. My dear friend Ariel wrote about this earlier in the year, and it truly hit home with me. And after nine months of living in South Korea, I can confidently say I have reached the final stage. Continue Reading
Well we are rounding week four of being sick here in Korea… Eventually I couldn’t handle it anymore and went to Seoul over this past weekend. Although it was one of the best weekends I’ve had here in Korea, you can imagine it didn’t help in the slightest in terms of getting better. So, once again I’m laying in bed with my tissues and tea. I thought it would be a good opportunity to gather random footage I’ve taken these past few months and put it all in a vlog. Continue Reading
Before moving to South Korea, I already had high hopes of visiting Japan on the reg. While the countries are indeed within a short proximity of one another, I’ve only managed to make one trip thus far this year. But what a delight it was. Continue Reading
Well, it’s Autumn here in South Korea. In fact, if temperature is any indication of the season, we are already on the edge of winter here in early November. Autumn is my absolute favorite season in the world. That is, with the exception of the holiday season in New York City. Regardless, as fate would have it, I’ve been stuck in bed, sick, for the past two weeks… And while admiring the leaves changing colors from the window in my small studio apartment is less than ideal, I’ll take what I can get. Continue Reading
Today I am sharing a vlog of my first {and only} visit to Singapore a couple months ago. Some highlights include Joo Chiat, the Gardens by the Bay, Cloud Forest, and Flower Dome. And, Singapore marked my 30th country to date, meaning I successfully accomplished my goal of visiting 30 countries before turning 30! Continue Reading
Crazy Rich Asians only just entered movie theaters here in South Korea. Therefore, Gena and I immediately purchased tickets on opening weekend and had a few laughs. These laughs were completely independent from the rest of the audience sitting in silence {due to the humor of some jokes getting lost in translation}. For anyone that has watched an English movie in an Asian movie theater, you know what I’m talking about. Regardless, it was a spectacular film based in the one and only Singapore! Continue Reading