A visit to Beijing would not be complete without a stop at Tiananmen Square. The square is named after the Tiananmen gate (gate of heavenly peace) which is on the north end of the square. Tiananmen Square measures almost a kilometre long and half a kilometre wide. It is located … [Read more...]
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What Cruisers Should Know About Multiple Days in Tianjin, China
A cruise ship visit to Tianjin, China is a special treat that requires advance planning. Reading the cruise ship literature and doing online research is the first step. It is important to note that American citizens will need a visitor visa in order to visit China. Usually cruise … [Read more...]
Options for Multiple Days in Port
What should you do when you have multiple days in port? Should you maximize your time on land or divide your time between exploring and enjoying life aboard the cruise ship? The first step is to list all of your available options. … [Read more...]
DMZ Tour
Historical sites are at the top of my list of places to tour. When visiting Seoul, South Korea, I took a memorable journey north to the Korean Demilitarized Zone for a DMZ tour. I wanted to see first-hand the barrier area that separated North Korea from South … [Read more...]
Sinpo International Market
This Korean market dates back to the late 19th century. Back then local vendors would sell produce to the Japanese, Chinese, and Western expats. It is the oldest traditional market in Incheon, South Korea. Today, the Sinpo International Market is the home to more than 140 stores … [Read more...]
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