In a small red booklet I bought in North Korea, “Kim Jong Un Aphorisms 1”, the young leader states that “art not related with the...
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The train to China from North Korea
Visitors to North Korea are often left with the choice between flying in and out of Pyongyang from Beijing, or take the train back to China. I...
The world’s most bizarre museum
For my North Korean hosts there was one purpose of this trip, namely to show a Western visitor how tremendously popular the ruling dynasty of the...
The road south from Pyongyang to the DMZ
We are in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. This is the story about the road south from Pyongyang to the DMZ on the border with the...
A dam and a cooperative farm in North Korea
Read about a visit to a dam and a model cooperative farm in North Korea. The dam borders the Yellow Sea and the cooperative farm is not far away....
The Korean DMZ – There are always two sides of a border
The 248 km border between North Korea and South Korea has been labelled the world's most heavily guarded border. The Korean DMZ is a Demilitarised...
How to become one of a thousand Western visitors to North Korea, and why?
I was one a thousand Western visitors to North Korea. This article is written after I returned safe and sound from a six-day visit to one of the...
The ultimate Helsinki city walks
Get ready for the ultimate Helsinki city walks: Two long walks and 45 places to stop and admire. Helsinki, the capital of Finland, is a really nice...
One day in Dubai
Discover the best of Dubai in one day - from historic Al Fahidi to modern Burj Khalifa, vibrant souks, beaches, and iconic landmarks across the...
Johannesburg – Exploring South Africa’s Historic Heart
Explore Johannesburg in a day: Constitution Hill, Apartheid Museum, Soweto, and more on a guided tour revealing South Africa’s complex story....
A Few Hours in Qatar – Discovering Doha on a Stopover
On a brief stopover in Doha, I explored Qatar’s highlights in just a few hours. From the lively alleys of Souq Waqif to the stunning Museum of...
At long last, I’ll be visiting Africa
The essence of this trip is a safari in Southern Africa on an organised tour with a South African operator and a medium sized group. They promise a...
The challenge of revisiting Budapest
I was revisiting Budapest and felt that I had been to most of the important attractions, before. What should I do? My answer is simple, look out for...
Towns and scenery along the Danube Bend
This is a fine day trip out of Budapest to the scenic Danube river and three stops on the Danube Bend that are both impressive, marvellous and...
Alternative highlights and more from Minsk
This article presents alternative highlights from Minsk, above and below ground. It also deals with accommodation, restaurants, and practical...














