Many people come to Xi’an purely to see the Terracotta Warriors, but because they are around 40km North East of Xi’an, most opt for a tour. The problem with this approach is that you are must follow a set timetable, pay more for your ticket and enjoy being herded around …
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With the Winter Olympics just a few weeks away, hoards of fans will soon be flying into the South Korean capital of Seoul. This is not a value destination, but there are ways to save money on your visit to Seoul. So, here’s my top tips for your trip, that I have …
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The excitement builds With just four weeks to go until the 2018 Winter Olympics, is anyone else getting excited? Are you already planning your TV itinerary, or even better some flights? If so, you need to read this updated post sharing our experiences in South Korea. Alpensia Ski Jump Gazing …
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‘Have you had a poo today?‘ the beautiful, nymph like Ayurvedic doctor innocently asks, peering intently at me across the monolithic desk in her consulting room. I almost choke on the water I am sipping, as I splutter a horrified response. It’s not considered polite conversation to discuss bodily functions …
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Visiting the scariest place on Earth Bill Clinton described the DMZ as the ‘scariest place on earth.’ With a reputation like that, and with Kim Jong Un firing missiles towards Japan just days before our arrival, how could I possibly resist? A visit to Seoul would simply be incomplete without …
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