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10 Mistakes People Make When Visiting Seoul
Among the most common mistakes people make when visiting Seoul are breaking social norms that are unique to South Korea. A general rule of thumb for any traveler is to learn about the culture of the place you’re planning to...
10 Mistakes People Make When Visiting Seoul
1st Time in Phuket: Where Should I Stay?
If you're thinking of making Phuket your next vacation destination, it's important to pick the right part of it for...
1st Time in Phuket: Where Should I Stay?
10 Things NOT to Do in Tokyo
Japan is a place with strong social rules that first-time visitors might find surprising or even quirky. But it’s a...
10 Things NOT to Do in Tokyo
10 Interesting Villages and Sights near Tokyo
To find the best places to visit near Tokyo, head out from the city centre by train, bus or automobile...
10 Interesting Villages and Sights near Tokyo
Bangla Road in Patong Beach
Phuket's Bangla Road really comes to life after sunset, when the road is closed to traffic and becomes a 400-meter...
Bangla Road in Patong Beach
10 Things You Should Know When Taking a Taxi in Bangkok
Getting around Bangkok by taxi is the easiest and most convenient, besides taking the BTS and MRT. Most taxis are...
10 Things You Should Know When Taking a Taxi in Bangkok
Phuket or Samui – Which Island is Better?
If you're looking for an island paradise in Thailand, choosing between Phuket and Koh Samui can be a challenge. Both...
Phuket or Samui – Which Island is Better?
10 Things NOT to Do in Bangkok
We write a lot of articles offering advice on what to see and do in Bangkok, but from personal experience,...
10 Things NOT to Do in Bangkok
7 Phuket Worries You Can Forget (and 3 Real Problems!)
Every overseas trip will inevitably come with its share of worries and concerns. When we're constantly bombarded with negative news...
7 Phuket Worries You Can Forget (and 3 Real Problems!)
10 Most Popular Streets in Bangkok
Explore the most popular streets in Bangkok – you’ll see ancient landmarks side-by-side with modern skyscrapers, and street food stalls...
10 Most Popular Streets in Bangkok
10 Best Festivals in Japan
Japan hosts more than 200,000 local festivals throughout the year. Many visitors from all over Japan and abroad often come...
10 Best Festivals in Japan
Getting to Phi Phi Island
Getting to Phi Phi Island is very easy thanks to efficient ferries and speedboats that usually come from Phuket and...
Getting to Phi Phi Island