In the final vlog of the year, the creator explores Gangnam, Seoul, highlighting K-Star road and K-Pop group dols. The journey includes visits to the Kia Cafe, Apujeong's luxury shops, a modern art gallery, and a pop-up shop for the K-Pop group 'IVE.' The adventure concludes with excitement for future travels.
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2024 In Review – Life Progress, Not Much Travel!
The author reflects on a year predominantly focused on buying and moving into a new apartment, limiting travel to a single trip to Japan and Korea. Despite this grounding experience, they express hope for 2025, looking forward to more travels and personal growth while acknowledging the world's ongoing challenges.
Harsh on India? Thoughts on a controversial vlog from Bald and Bankrupt
Howdy all. I wanted to write about an interesting video that Bald and Bankrupt posted a couple of months ago by the time this post is published, where he returns to India with another vlogger, ‘Backpacker Ben’. This is a vlog which has been criticised quite a bit and created backlash because he is quite …
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More GLITZ Than You Imagine – Andy’s in Gangnam!
Explore Gangnam, a vibrant district known for its K-Pop town and the iconic Gangnam Style statue featuring PSY’s pose. Highlights include the Starfield Library, a selfie hotspot, and the serene Bongeunsa Temple. Join the journey through this stylish area in two captivating vlogs!
Delicious COLOMBIAN food in Melbourne – iArepa!!!
Join Tim Blight from Urban Duniya and me as we delve into Melbourne's vibrant food scene, specifically at iArepa in the CBD. We explore the delicious Colombian arepa, a corn-bread pocket filled with meat and beans. Discover more on Tim's page and through his YouTube channel. Enjoy the journey!
Learning the Limitations of the Velocity Frequent Flyer Program
The writer reflects on their experience with Virgin Australia’s Velocity Frequent Flyer program in 2023, highlighting its benefits for flights to Europe via airlines like Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways. However, they note limitations in network and business class availability compared to Qantas, advocating for more airline partnerships to enhance the program.
Monies of Sri Lanka
Howdy all! Another of my money sharing posts! Today looking back at a couple I collected from Sri Lanka back in 2013 I think it was. Today $1USD equals around 292 Sri Lankan Rupee - which means the Sri Lankan Rupee is now worth less than half of what it was eleven years ago. Still …
KOREA’S Disneyland – Lotte Adventure World, a Theme Park with a Difference!
The author expresses excitement about discovering Lotte Adventure World in Seoul, South Korea, a theme park reminiscent of Disneyland. They purchased a ticket online and explored various rides, sharing their experiences and footage. The post invites viewers to join in on this adventure and highlights the unique offerings of a Korean theme park.
Korea’s MOST UNIQUE Place to Visit – Oil Tank Culture Park in Seoul
The Oil Tank Culture Park in Seoul, opposite the World Cup Stadium, features repurposed oil tanks transformed into cultural and theatrical spaces. This innovative use of the tanks, which would have otherwise been discarded, offers a unique tourist experience and highlights creative urban revitalization. Check out the accompanying video for insights.
Garish or Cute? Tokyo’s HELLO KITTY WORLD – Sanrio Puroland
Sanrio Puroland, dubbed 'Hello Kitty World,' offers a unique alternative to Tokyo Disneyland, primarily featuring cute characters. While aimed at younger audiences, it attracts many adults. The indoor park includes gentle rides, games, and character meet-and-greets. Although not thrilling, it provides an enjoyable experience, especially for Sanrio fans.