Pork Trotters in Busan, Korea: Joksimdang’s Tender Feast

Pork Trotters in Busan, Korea: Joksimdang’s Tender Feast

Melt-in-your-mouth jokbal, a tabletop burner that keeps every bite warm, and smoky baby octopus udon made this Seomyeon dinner a family hit. Here’s what we loved at Joksimdang, from the thoughtful service to the sauces worth trying.

Handmade Cookies in Busan, Korea: Seagull Sand Review

Handmade Cookies in Busan, Korea: Seagull Sand Review

Looking for a Busan souvenir that won’t sit forgotten on a shelf? Seagull Sand makes handmade sandwich cookies less than a five-minute walk from Busan Station, with fruity fillings, gift sets, and a cozy café for a quick break.

Busan–Incheon KTX, Korea: December Guide—Skip Seoul Station?

Busan–Incheon KTX, Korea: December Guide—Skip Seoul Station?

Still traveling through Seoul Station to reach Incheon Airport from Busan? KTX service to Songdo is set to launch this December, but the final airport connection still needs planning. Here’s how the new route compares with flights, trains, and limousine buses.

Hangover Soup in Busan, Korea: Papyeongok Review

Hangover Soup in Busan, Korea: Papyeongok Review

A hearty soup lunch spot by day and a cozy drinking spot by night, Papyeongok in Myeongji had me joking that three bottles of soju would disappear here. Come for the rich haejangguk and flame-grilled blood sausage; stay for the craft makgeolli and genuinely thoughtful hospitality.

Asia’s Largest Balloon Fiesta in Saga, Japan: Oct 30–Nov 3 Guide to the Festival That Has Drawn 800,000+

Asia’s Largest Balloon Fiesta in Saga, Japan: Oct 30–Nov 3 Guide to the Festival That Has Drawn 800,000+

Imagine a crisp autumn morning in Saga, Japan, with colorful hot air balloons rising overhead. Here’s what to know about the October 30–November 3, 2026 fiesta, from must-see displays to train access and tips for visiting with kids or pets.

Pork Soup Rice by Busan Station, Korea: Jureongbak Review

Pork Soup Rice by Busan Station, Korea: Jureongbak Review

Don’t let Jureongbak’s weathered storefront fool you: this Chinatown favorite near Busan Station serves tender sliced pork, comforting pork soup, and spicy knife-cut noodles. It’s one of my regular lunch spots—and a great stop for business travelers and vacationers alike.

Fukuoka, Japan: Flight + Ferry Deal Guide With a 3-Year-Old

Fukuoka, Japan: Flight + Ferry Deal Guide With a 3-Year-Old

We flew from Busan to Fukuoka with our 3-year-old, then took the New Camellia ferry home for a more relaxed return. Here’s how we booked all three one-way ferry tickets for about $196—and why checking the Japanese website paid off.