Gkyu Travel

Contrast of Vientiane, A Tropical Morning and the Taste of Authenticity

Laos 2023 / World Travel

Laos Travel Diary Part 5: The Contrast of Vientiane – Parkson Mall, Joma Bakery, and Souvenir Hunting at Talat Sao

2026년 03월 07일

Contrast of Vientiane, A Tropical Morning and the Taste of Authenticity My second morning in Laos arrived. Perhaps because my itinerary was so packed, it already felt as though I

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Laos 2023 / World Travel

Laos Travel Diary Part 4: A Nighttime Encounter with Patuxai & A Malaysian Feast at Four Seasons Restaurant

2026년 02월 21일

An Impromptu Stop at Patuxai When we first entered the massage spa, the sun was still shining brightly. By the time we emerged, deeply relaxed from the gentle Lao massage,

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Laos 2023 / World Travel

Laos Travel Diary Part 3: Vientiane Samakee mart & Unwinding with a Traditional Lao Massage

2026년 02월 21일2026년 02월 20일

Samakee Mart: A New Wave of Local Retail In Vientiane, the capital of Laos, the retail landscape is a fascinating blend. While traditional local markets still thrive, the city is

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Laos 2023 / World Travel

Laos Travel Diary Part 2: Crowne Plaza Vientiane & Traditional Dining at Kualao Restaurant

2026년 02월 21일2026년 02월 06일

The First Night in Vientiane The taxi came to a halt in front of the hotel entrance.As it was nearing midnight local time, the surroundings seemed quiet and deserted. When

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Laos 2023 / World Travel

Laos Travel Diary Part 1: From Incheon Airport to Vientiane Wattay Airport

2026년 02월 21일2026년 02월 05일

A Trip to Vientiane, Laos – May 2023 Back in 2019, when COVID-19 was in full swing, I felt hopeless, wondering when this era would ever end. Day after day,

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Food & Dining / Lifestyle

Fukuoka No.1 Ichiran Tonkotsu Ramen Review – Is Direct Import Worth It?

2026년 02월 20일2026년 02월 03일

Ichiran Tonkotsu Ramen: Why It’s So Famous Japanese ramen is already a familiar food in Korea. It is popular in Japan because it is affordable, easy to access, and each

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Food & Dining / Lifestyle

Shinpo Dakgangjeong: Incheon’s Legendary Korean Fried Chicken Since 1985

2026년 02월 20일2026년 01월 12일

Visiting Shinpo Dakgangjeong Again After 15 Years It had been about 15 years since my last visit to Shinpo International Market in Incheon.Last October, I finally returned — and of

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Food & Dining / Lifestyle

Authentic Neapolitan Pizza in Incheon : Jacob’s Pizzeria at Sinpo International Market

2026년 02월 20일2026년 01월 09일

Authentic Neapolitan Pizza in Incheon If you are traveling to Incheon, South Korea, and want to experience authentic Neapolitan pizza, there is a hidden gem inside Sinpo International Market that

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Korea Travel

Tongyeong, the “Naples of Korea” – One-Night Stay at Tongyeong Bay Condo Hotel (2022 Review)

2026년 02월 20일2025년 11월 21일

Tongyeong (Naples of Korea) Tongyeong has long been called the “Naples of Korea,” a nickname that first appeared in writer Park Kyung-ri’s novel Daughters of Kim’s Pharmacy. Although it’s not

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Food & Dining / Lifestyle

Uijeongbu Odeng Sikdang: Korea’s 1st Ever Budae-jjigae Restaurant History Guide

2026년 02월 20일2025년 11월 18일

Uijeongbu Odeng Sikdang If you love discovering the true stories behind local dishes, Uijeongbu Odeng Sikdang is a must-visit spot. Known as the very first restaurant to sell budae-jjigae in

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