Hotel review: JW Marriott Seoul

In the urban Asian metropolis that is Seoul, there is certainly no dearth of top-class hotels. And, as I stepped into the lower lobby of the JW Marriott, where a giant necklace-like sculpture drops from the ceiling as a zen centrepiece, I was in no doubt I had chosen one of the very best of … More Hotel review: JW Marriott Seoul

The DMZ day trip from Seoul: Not your average tourist attraction

The Demilitarised Zone, straddling North and South Korea, is a popular and highly unique excursion for travellers. We included our DMZ day trip from Seoul as day 2 of our 4-day stay in the South Korean capital. It is a very, very different world indeed – far from any flashing lights or modern urbanism. It’s … More The DMZ day trip from Seoul: Not your average tourist attraction

What to see in Seoul: 4 days in South Korea’s funky capital

Unless you have been living under a rock, you will probably have noticed the rise and rise of all things South Korean in recent years. From major global brands like Samsung, LG, Hyundai and Kia, to K-Pop hysteria, to Netflix blockbusters, to high-end fashion and beauty, it’s fair to say the world is definitely in … More What to see in Seoul: 4 days in South Korea’s funky capital