Three Days in Rotorua: The Perfect Weekend Itinerary
Uncover geothermal wonders, immerse in Maori culture, & experience great outdoors thrills in this 3-day Rotorua itinerary. Hot springs, hikes, cultural shows & more.
Bukchon Hanok Village Guide & Map: A Living Story of the Joseon Dynasty (Updated 2025)
A long list of out-of-this-world things to do in Bukchon Hanok Village, Seoul, South Korea. Ready?
The ancient South Korean Bukchon Hanok Village is a rare time-machine neighbourhood. An attraction worth of topping any list of places to visit in Seoul. The village takes you back more than 600 years ago, to the ancient Joseon Dynasty era, while confining pieces of what used to be the lifestyle of the upper class of those times.
In all my travels, I have hardly ever seen such a surprising urban artefact.
Bukchon means Northern Village and it was called so due to its strategic position on the Joseon Map, north of Cheonggyecheong Stream and Jongno.
The Ultimate One Day in Rotorua Itinerary (Auckland to Rotorua)
KIA ORA! Just penned down a tested-and-true itinerary for one day in Rotorua right from this stunning New Zealand city. The experience is part of a weekend getaway, Rotorua day trip from Auckland, as September draws to a close.
If some weeks ago I was up in the sky, in my first more-than-24-hour flight, dreaming about reaching such a faraway destination, this is about another wonderful, well-spent day trip. It’s the ultimate itinerary for a day in Rotorua during winter season, beginning of spring, an almost perfect 24-hour plan put together with both efficiency and fun in mind.
Before we start, even though it might sound a bit odd talking about the end of September and the start of spring at the same time, remember, in New Zealand, the seasons are the opposite of what many of us are used to in the Northern Hemisphere. It’s a cool little weather twist that makes this place even more interesting. It’s quite amazing!
Let’s dive into what makes a day in Rotorua so unforgettable!
Candlelit Venice Opera Concert at Scuola Grande di San Teodoro
If you’re wondering whether (and where) to attend an opera concert in Venice, you’ll likely hear about the amazing Teatro La Fenice. But for a more intimate experience, the Three Tenors concert at the Scuola Grande di San Teodoro is nevertheless another true gem. Here’s why it’s worth going and how it felt for me.
Wonder-Filled Things To Do at Haeundae Beach, Busan, South Korea
Haeundae Beach is without doubt Busan’s most beloved shoreline. All things to do in Haeundae and all things happening on this beach are a sign of pure, understated happiness and simple delights of Korean life.
Here, where the city meets the sea and the mountains. Here, where Busan’s skyscrapers cast reflections in hues of green and blue. And sunsets steal the hearts of many.
