by John Buckley | Aug 20, 2024 | Boards, Featured, South Korea Life & Travel
Planning a ski trip to South Korea? Look no further than High 1 Resort, one of the country’s premier destinations for winter sports enthusiasts.
In this comprehensive guide, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know—from finding accommodations, navigating the slopes to understanding the Korean ski and snowboard culture.
Whether you’re visiting in winter or exploring the resort’s summer offerings, High 1 has something for everyone.
Discover expert tips on where to rent gear, how to maximize your après-ski experience, and what summer activities you won’t want to miss.
Plus, I’ll share my personal experiences and insider advice to help make your trip unforgettable.
Ready to hit the slopes? Dive in and start planning your adventure at High 1 Resort!
by John Buckley | Jul 22, 2024 | Featured, Gear, Vietnam
For a two-week trip to Vietnam in summer 2024, I decided to purchase my first eSIM card.
Prior to this experience, I knew very little about what eSIMs were, how to buy and activate one, and what to expect once I set foot abroad and attempted to put my phone to use without the need to connect to wobbly airport WiFi.
The following is a guide to the setup process and everything I learned along the way.
by John Buckley | Jun 30, 2024 | Alcohol-Free Life & Travel, Featured
As I celebrate my first full year without alcohol, I look back on the journey and reflect on all the positive changes its absence has brought to my life.
Without minimizing its power, the hold alcohol had on my life feels released. I have no desire to go back to it.
Although it may always be lurking over my shoulder, I rarely even think about it anymore.
I don’t hold any grudges towards it; it gave me some of the best memories of my life. However, it became unsustainable.
They say the opposite of love isn’t hate; it’s indifference. And that’s where I choose to place alcohol for as long as I can.
I just don’t need it anymore.
by John Buckley | Jun 17, 2024 | Featured, South Korea Life & Travel
South Korea has a remarkably affordable and well-run public transportation network, making it relatively easy to get around without a car, especially in the major cities.
However, whether you are traveling in South Korea for a short time or living there long-term, having the ability to drive a car can make traveling around the country much easier.
It opens up difficult-to-access parts of the country and allows you to explore much deeper and get off-the-beaten-path.
by John Buckley | Apr 10, 2024 | Beaches, Featured, Paws, South Korea Life & Travel
In summer 2023, we packed up the family car in Daegu, South Korea and traveled to Jeju Island by ferry. This is a dog-friendly, 5-day itinerary of our adventure.
by John Buckley | Mar 9, 2024 | Featured, Paws, South Korea Life & Travel
If you’ve decided to visit Jeju Island, South Korea, you’ll soon confront a crucial question: How do I get there? Unless you’re an Olympic swimmer, you essentially have two options: fly or take a ferry. I share my personal experience and explain why opting for the ferry might be your best choice. I’ll also guide you through the process, including how I brought my own car and dog along, to help you decide if Jeju Island Ferry travel is the best option for you.
