Russians Who Traveled to North Korea: 'It Feels Like They're Trying To Hide What It's Really Like'North Korea looked like the old Soviet era.Only slogans and flags were displayed, without any billboard advertisements. “When you look at North Korea, you can see how grandparents lived during the old Soviet era. It’s like time-traveling to the past. There are no advertisements in the city, only party slogans and flags are displayed.” Ilya […]
Secrets of Southern Italy: Exploring the Enchanting Hill Town of Specchia Travel Destinations The underrated Italian hill town of Specchia is a countryside dream come true, nestled among the rolling landscape of the Lecce region and just a stone's throw from the Adriatic Sea...
Hidden Italian Treasures: Exploring Calcata, the Cliffside Village The Italian small-town destination Calcata is located about 47 kilometers north of Rome, about an hour's drive from Rome. It's not a typical travel destination, but it attracts travelers with its overwhelming scenery...
Inside South Korea's Only Accessible Civilian Control Zone at Camp Greaves① Camp Greaves, the old U.S. military base Visiting the historic U.S. military base, Camp Greaves is anticipated to be more accessible this year. Camp Greaves is one of the oldest U.S. military bases in South Korea. The Gyeonggi Tourism Organization announced its New Year’s goal in 2024: to create major tourist destinations within the […]
Getaway Goals: Step into a Transparent Cabin Oasis in Thailand! The Transparent Hut Chiang Rai, Thailand is the northernmost city in Thailand.Located about 200 kilometers from Chiang Mai, it's a destination where you can experience an authentic local vibe.Chiang Rai offers a peaceful, natural setting away from the city center...
Sardinia's Battle Against Beach Sand Theft and Tourism Impact An island beloved by Italians The mild Mediterranean climate makes for a relaxing vacation no matter when you visit.To get to Sardinia, you'll have to go through Rome...
Escape the Chaos: 2024 Camping Trends for Tranquility Seekers Camping Style According to a survey by 'Campspot', 70% of campers say they want to relax in 2024.Most say it offers more of a break from the daily grind than other vacation types...
No Man Allowed: India's Strict Policy on Women-Only Subway Cars The city of New Delhi, India, has a women-only car in its subway system, after complaints of sexual harassment of women on public transportation grew to the point where all-male subways were cited as a deterrent to riders...
Bucket List Alert: Dive into the Storybook Village of Lustleigh, England Dartmoor is a fairytale-like village with a pristine natural environment, much of which is designated as a national park...
From Clams to Corals: Tourists Caught Breaking Environmental Laws① A Tourist Charged During Traveling in South Africa A Korean tourist traveling in South Africa has been charged with the illegal possession of wildlife. The Korean tourist caught ten wild scorpions last December 26 in Paarl Village. After being caught in a government inspection, he has been detained for over a month in the […]
What's Up with Chinese Live Streamers Taking Over Parking Lots?① Chinese Blocking Parking Spaces and Broadcasting Live Videos depicting Chinese individuals live-streaming on the streets have ignited discussions across social media platforms. These individuals were observed occupying parking spaces and maintaining approximately 3 feet of distance from one another as they conducted their live streams. Holding multiple sets of clothing, they were deeply immersed […]
Secrets of Maspalomas: Uncovering Spain's Coastal Treasure① A Beloved European Vacation Spot Maspalomas is a vacation spot on the Canary Islands of Spain. Geographically, the Canary Islands are closer to Africa than Europe. It’s a perfect vacation spot, boasting a mild climate all year round. The Canary Islands are the region’s largest tourist resort in Spain. It’s a place with beautiful […]
Luxury Retreat in the Catskill Mountains: The Chatwal Lodge's New Tree Houses The Chatwall Lodge has been making waves lately with the first look at its tree houses, which will open on Sept. 30.The three houses float 15 feet above the tops of oak and maple trees...
Rhodes Island's Pool of Dreams: An Adult-Only Oasis in the Mediterranean① Rhodes Island, Greece Greece is home to numerous island destinations. With over 6,000 islands, only 227 of them are inhabited. Santorini, Zakynthos, Crete, and Naxos islands are cited as the famous Greek holiday destinations. Among them is Rhodes Island, a small island located in the southeast. It’s the largest island in the Dodecanese archipelago, […]
Italy's Racial Discrimination: Incidents Targeting Asians Spark Outrage① Assaulted during a European trip A Korean tourist was assaulted and robbed while visiting Italy, sparking widespread concern. On February 22, as he was walking down Corso Como Street in Milan, a group of eight individuals targeted a man in his 20s, identified only as Mr. A. The assailants hurled racist insults and mimicked […]
Escape the Crowds: Exploring Florida's Secret Shoreline, Boneyard Beach① Americans’ Vacation Spots Florida is a vacation destination located in the southeastern United States. It’s a place where Americans go to enjoy their vacations. It’s also one of the most desired vacation spots in the U.S. every year. In Florida, tourists mainly visit Miami and Orlando. Miami is a place that holds the unique […]
Russian Traveler Compares North Korea to Soviet Union: 'Like Stepping Back in Time' "My grandmother told me about life in the Soviet Union, and I feel like I'm back there. Empty streets, no billboards, surreal." Ilya Voscresensky, a Russian travel blogger from St. Petersburg who said he signed up for a trip to North Korea as soon as he heard about it after the war in Ukraine made it difficult to travel to Europe, [CNN] reported on Tuesday...
Tourist Denied Entry to Japanese Hotel for Not Speaking JapaneseA story has surfaced about a Korean YouTuber traveling in Japan and was denied accommodation at a pre-booked hotel for not speaking Japanese. The YouTuber “Kkujun,” with about 60,000 subscribers, recently posted a video titled “113-day journey, Fukuoka~Sapporo 1,118 miles Japan kickboard tour full version” on his YouTube channel. The video included a scene where […]
Planning a Trip to Cuba? Visa-Free Entry to U.S. May Be Denied for Some TravelersAlthough South Korea and Cuba have established diplomatic relations, the absence of direct flights and other obstacles suggest that it will take some time before tourism between the two countries is fully activated. According to the travel industry, major domestic travel agencies in South Korea do not operate package tours exclusively for Cuba. For tourism […]
Delta Plane Turns Back as Maggots Pour Over Passengers [iNews24 Reporter Shin Soo-jeong] An airplane headed from the Netherlands to the United States was forced to turn around after maggots spilled out of the overhead compartment.
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