A collection of slow, contemplative solo travel stories, tips, itineraries, and bucket lists by an introvert interested in nature, design, and architecture.
5 Ways Solo Travel is Good for the Soul
In this post, we will cover the 5 ways a solo trip can be good your well-being, mindset, and outlook, which are important factors, at least for me, in defining one’s happiness.
5 Things to Consider Before Deciding If a Solo Trip Is Right for You
Still debating if solo travel is for you? This post will help you decide if you are ready for your first solo adventure.
Japan Travel Story: Setouchi Triennale Highlights to Inspire Your Next Trip.
Considering adding the Setouchi Triennale to your Japan travel itinerary? This blog captures the most memorable and inspiring experiences from my first-ever trip to the Triennale. These experiences have motivated me to plan for my next one!
Japan Travel Story: Garden of Fine Art Kyoto, A Hidden Gem for Art and Nature Lovers
Designed by architect Tadao Ando, this Kyoto hidden gem is a unique blend of art, nature, and architecture, ideal for art and architecture lovers, families, and solo travelers.
Seoul Travel Guide: Tips to Navigate the Seoul Train System Like a Pro
The best, and probably the safest, way to explore Seoul’s different neighborhoods is by the local train or subway. Understanding the subway system is essential for smooth, convenient, and economical travel in Seoul.
Best Japan and South Korea Travel Blogs for Design, Architecture and Art Lovers (A Growing List)
Best Japan and South Korea Travel Blogs for Design, Architecture, and Art Lovers. Discover evergreen destinations and activities, as well as less-known destinations from these Japan and South Korea travel blogs. Some of these are travel guides to help you plan your itineraries, while others are travel journals, giving you a deeper dive into each destination.
Plan Your Trip with AI: 9 Comprehensive Prompts for ChatGPT
Plan Your Trip with AI: 9 Comprehensive Prompts for ChatGPT. Keeping all our travel wish lists in one place is a challenge these days. This post is about using AI for trip planning. Use the 9 prompts in this post to use AI, specifically ChatGPT to help you research and plan your travels. ChatGPT is free for personal use.
Seoul Travel Guide: 12 Useful Apps to Plan Your South Korea Trip
Planning your trip to Seoul, South Korea does not have to be all analog. There are so many apps available to help you do your research, plan, and book your travel. Here are 12 apps to help you plan your next trip.
Seoul Travel Guide: 10 Essential Apps for Solo Travelers
Travel is much more convenient these days with information accessible via our mobile phones. Here are the 10 essential apps for traveling in South Korea to make your travel hassle-free, safer, and ultimately more fun.
Seoul Travel Journal: A Day Trip to Museum SAN, Ideal for Solo Travelers.
Designed by Tadao Ando, Museum SAN offers a meditative, serene, and peaceful landscape for art enthusiasts and solo travelers looking for a change in pace from the bustling Seoul.
Seoul Design Story: A Retrospective of Landscape Architect Jung Youngsun
The exhibition, Jung Youngsun: For All That Breathes On Earth showcased stories from the architect’s 50 years of work transforming South Korea’s landscape architecture. This retrospective was one of the most memorable exhibitions during my trip to Seoul.
Explore South Korea by Train: 5 Tips on Buying Train Tickets for Solo Travelers
The most convenient and efficient way to explore South Korea is by train. These trains are also widely used by locals and some routes get sold out very quickly. Here are some tips for getting these tickets, specifically for solo travelers.
Seoul Travel Journal: An Unexpected Art Experience at the Amorepacific HQ
Who knew that you could experience world-class art exhibitions at a beauty brand’s headquarter office? The Amorepacific Museum of Art is a contemporary art museum tucked in the basement of the Amorepacific HQ building in Yongsan, Seoul.
Seoul Travel Journal: Kukje Gallery, a Must-Visit for Art Enthusiasts
Kukje Gallery is one of the most influential art galleries in South Korea. The Gallery’s missions have since expanded to showcasing Korean artists to the world, and cultural and art education. A must-have itinerary in any Seoul travel guide for art enthusiasts.
Seoul Travel Journal: Poems as Art Exhibitions at the New 푸투라서울 Futura Seoul
Set against Seoul’s traditional backdrop, 푸투라서울 Futura Seoul adds a younger and more contemporary art experience to the Bukchon cultural neighborhood. This is an ideal itinerary to include in a Bukchon walking tour.
Seoul Travel Journal: A Raw and Nostalgic Art Experience at the Arario Museum
A must-visit Seoul travel itinerary for art lovers, the Arario Museum in Seoul offers an unconventional art experience that is thought-provoking and forward-looking.
Tokyo Day Trip Idea: A Slow Encounter at Kawamura Memorial DIC Museum of Art
A quiet and slow Tokyo day trip destination, the Kawamura Memorial DIC Museum of Art is an art museum with a serene lake, a large garden, and a traditional Japanese tearoom. It is also one of the few locations of Mark Rothko’s Seagram Murals.
Tokyo Day Trip Idea for Solo Travelers and Families: Hakone Open-Air Museum
The Hakone Open-Air Museum is an ideal day trip from Tokyo, a sculpture park designed for art lovers, solo travelers, and families. It is a museum experience where lush mountains and valleys serve as backdrops to various sculptures and art installations.
Tokyo Day Trip Idea: A Contemplative Experience at the Pola Museum of Art, Hakone
An ideal Tokyo day trip for nature and art lovers traveling to Japan, the Pola Art Museum in Hakone offers a sophisticated experience where art blends in with nature seamlessly.