How do you open a North Korean bank account? Well after now doing this for about the 5th time in 17 years I can confirm that not only is it very easy, but that in Rason and the Golden Triangle Bank at least it comes with a swell souvenir. Said outing was done as part…
The Imperial Hotel in Rason, North Korea was formerly not only the most deluxe in the country, but also the most infamous. Sadly though it seems that Covid-19 has managed to do what incredibly powerful politicians could not and that is close the place down. The building now sits as a stark reminder of what…
While my recent trip to Rason was baller, it was also sad to see so many losses over Covid, such as the Czech Beer Bar, which is now a restaurant. But what’s the story behind the place, and might it even return? Well, yes, but no, but… The History of the Czech Beer Bar in…
When it comes to airports in China, Beijing Capital International Airport Terminal 3 is the one you’d expect to be, at the very least, serviceable. After all, this is Beijing, a global hub of business, politics, and—at least once upon a time—international prestige. But here’s the truth: Beijing Airport Terminal 3 is bad. Really bad….
If you’ve spent any time traveling around China on a budget, chances are you’ve stumbled upon a Super 8 hotel. Bright yellow signage, the unmistakable red “8” logo—it’s like a beacon of hope for those who want a clean(ish) bed without blowing their entire WeChat Pay balance. But what is Super 8 in China, really?…
If you’ve ever tried to send or receive mail in Phnom Penh, you’ve likely encountered the infamous Phnom Penh postcode 12000. This seemingly all-encompassing number is widely used, yet few people actually know how Cambodia’s postcode system works—or if it even really works at all. What is Phnom Penh Postcode 12000? Technically, Cambodia has a…
