Would You Enter North Korea?
One Korea. One History. One Language. Divided by Ideology. Most foreigners don’t realize that there is a difference between the DMZ and the JSA, or that there is even a JSA to begin with, prior to arriving in Korea. We surely didn’t! In the news, you hear far more...
Visiting the DMZ: Korea’s Important History Lesson
Would you visit “the most dangerous place on Earth?” The most tense border in the world? The world’s only demilitarized zone? I would. In fact, I did. One of the main reasons I included South Korea in my plans in the first place was so that I could visit the DMZ, or...
Studio 41st Hostel (Seoul)
Seoul is among the most modern cities in the world. With such a title, it came as no surprise to discover that it’s many districts are quite spread out. You could, in fact, spend well over an hour getting from one destination within the city to another. Keeping that...
5 Things To See In Gyeongju
The World Cultural Heritage City of Gyeongju is not to be missed when visiting South Korea. Typically overlooked by foreigners, this city is very historically significant; Gyeongju was the capital city of the ancient kingdom of Unified Silla (57 BC – 935 AD)...
Uniqstay Hostel & Suites Review (Busan)
Located in Busan, South Korea, Uniqstay Bed & Breakfast is most definitely unique! The word “hostel” can sometimes be associated with a cheap, grungy place to spend the night; Uniqstay exudes comfort and class. Here’s what I loved: The Breakfast. If you choose to stay...Hi, I’m Sarah!
Hello World! I’m Sarah Gallo, The Five Foot Traveler, and I choose to dream out loud. After conquering a crippling fear of flying, I’ve developed an unquenchable passion for traveling. Since my newfound freedom, I have set foot on all seven continents, explored 114 countries, and continue to strive to live life to the fullest. Continue Reading…
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