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In Depth in South Korea
The history of the Korean Peninsula spans more than 5,000 strife-filled years. That's ironic for a place that has been called the "Land of the Morning Calm." But because of its…
In Depth in Seoul
The Joseon Dynasty Lasting a whopping 518 years, the Joseon Dynasty was by far Korea's longest-lived monarchy. Founded in 1392 by King Taejo, Joseon supplanted the once powerful Goryeo…
Regions in Brief in Gyeonggi-do
There are, of course, many more historical sites, little towns, and cultural places you can visit in the province, but here are a few places that I think are particularly noteworthy,…
Regions in Brief in Chungcheongnam-do
Geumsan Geumsan is a small country town in the hills just south of Daejeon. Well known for its insam, this little town is responsible for about 70% of Korea's ginseng production. If…
Active Pursuits in Songnisan National Park
Hiking Trails -- Past the temple complex, hiking trails continue up the various peaks of the park. The trail that leads up to the Munjangdae peak is a relatively easy one, and by far…
Active Pursuits in Snaefellsnes
Horseback Riding on the Southern Coast The south coast of Snæfellsnes, with its sand beaches, lava fields, and sightings of birds and seals, is a marvelous setting for riders of all…
In Depth in Husavik
Was Iceland's First Settler Not a Viking?Húsavík's beginnings pose a vital challenge to the way Icelandic history is told. In the 860s, a few years before the Norse settlement of…
Active Pursuits in Tulamben
Scuba DivingMost resorts in Tulamben and on the northeast coast run their own boats and PADI operations. The best dives are early morning or night dives during the full moon.Being…
Side Trips in Okinawa
Kume Island94km (58 miles) W of Okinawa IslandI first visited Kume Island (Kumejima) in the mid-1980s, when it was still considered rather remote, but I have to say that with the…
Side Trips in Yangshuo
River Trips There are plenty of opportunities to take shorter and significantly less expensive river trips from the Yangshuo area -- check with the travel agencies and backpackers'…
Active Pursuits in Wellfleet
Bicycling The end (to date) of the 25-mile (and growing) Cape Cod Rail Trail (tel. 508/896-3491; www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/southeast/ccrt.htm), Wellfleet is also among its more desirable…
Active Pursuits in Kuta, Bali
Bowling & Snooker Paradiso Bowling & Billiard Center (tel. 0361/758882), on Jalan Kartika Plaza, has an 18-lane bowling alley and a spacious billiard center with 38 snooker…
For Families
Kid Stuff A must for tots to preteens is the unique Flying Horses Carousel in the center of Oak Bluffs. For an atmospheric minigolf course, visit Island Cove Mini Golf, on State Road,…
In Two Days in Memphis
Okay, you're goin' to Graceland. If you're an Elvis Presley zealot, you probably couldn't wait until Day 2 to head to the home of the King, so you've already tried to squeeze it into…
In Three Days in Vienna
Spend Days 1 and 2 as outlined in the "In One Day" and "In Two Days" tours. On Day 3, take in the Belvedere, spend the afternoon at MuseumsQuartier before hitting one of the famous…
Frommer's Favorite Experiences in Tokyo
Taking Part in a Festival. Tokyo and its surrounding cities offer a myriad of annual festivals, ranging from processions of portable shrines to ladder-top acrobatics. Be ready to…
Best Hotel Bets in Tokyo
Best Historic Japanese-Style Inn: Homeikan consists of three historic buildings, one with a Japanese garden and very nice tatami rooms. A great choice for those who don't mind…
Best Dining Bets in Tokyo
Feasting on a Kaiseki Meal: Although expensive, a kaiseki feast, consisting of dish after dish of artfully displayed delectables, may well be the most beautiful and memorable meal…
The Best Offbeat Travel Experiences in Tokyo
Viewing Cherry Blossoms at Ueno Park. Ueno Park is famous throughout Japan for its 1,000 cherry trees, attracting multitudes of company employees and organizations. It's not, however,…
Best Free Things to Do in Tokyo
Joining a Free Guided Tour of Iconic Landmarks: English-speaking volunteers lead free tours at many of Japan’s iconic landmarks, including the Asakusa and Ueno areas in Tokyo, Nara…
The Best Museums in Tokyo
Tokyo National Museum: Even professed museum-phobes should make a point of visiting the largest museum of Japanese art in the world, where you can see everything from samurai armor…
The Best Neighborhoods in Tokyo
Strolling Through Asakusa. No place better conveys the atmosphere of old Tokyo than Asakusa. Sensoji Temple is the city's oldest and most popular temple, and Nakamise Dori, the…
In One Day in Tokyo
Seeing the top sights of Tokyo in a single day requires a very early start, discipline, and a bit of stamina. This "greatest hits" tour begins with an early morning spin through…
In Two Days in Tokyo
You'll be packing in the activities for Day 2 as well, starting out at the Edo-Tokyo Museum, and then strolling through the electronic-goods haven, Akihabara, also home to anime and…
In Three Days in Tokyo
While you could spend a third day — and even a fourth and a fifth — visiting more attractions and soaking up the atmosphere of Tokyo's diverse neighborhoods, visitors with limited time…