Located in the old centre of Seoul, Changdeokgung 창덕궁 昌德宮 (UNESCO World Heritage Site) was built in 1405, as the second palace after Gyeongbokgung. While the first palace was built according to the perfect hexagram in Chinese geomancy where…
I stayed in Majung Haus for a couple of days in Seoul. Being alone, I did not want to stay in a hotel and I thought I’d be able to meet other travellers if I stayed in…
I was at first sceptical about this idea: boiled chicken in a big pot of soup. Surely it would taste wholesome, like when you are ill, but I wouldn’t call it an unprecedented idea. Oh boy I was wrong….
What I really enjoyed about Korea was the huge variety of streetfood you can get. There’s no concern for breakfast, lunch or dinner. You can get food anytime of the day or night. It is always a great atmosphere out…
Seriously, I never expected to find authentic Italian cappuccino in a small city like Leuven. Especially ‘extremely authentic’ Italian coffee. But, as it is, life turns up many surprises. ‘Le Graal’ has a French name but it is run by three…
Korean markets are busy, noisy, smelly and extremely exciting! You can not only taste the produce and products, but also easily spend a whole morning or afternoon there. For me, these are the things which I like to look out…
Seoul is a great cosmopolitan city to be in: it’s full of life, energy and excitement. Koreans are such technology-conscious and fashion-conscious people: everywhere I went, everyone is connected. Seoul is the most connected city in the world, where…
I think I mentioned before that one of my favourite artworks is the famous Japanese woodblock print called “The Great Wave Off Kanagawa“. I actually have it on a pair of swimming trunks!
When the summer comes, I always go to the park to get a good tan, to read my book and to breathe in all the good, fresh air. And I’m hooked onto Arizona’s Pomegranate Green Tea! Not sure whether it’s their…
I LOVE my Kindle! I think I’ve read a lot more after I’ve got it, and I never go anywhere without it ever since. To protect my Kindle, I got myself a great looking cover, with silk printing. The…
