South Korea

We stayed at the Westin Chosun while in Seoul (a work booking, so pricey at $194 a night but worth it for the location and its tasty breakfast buffet spread). Walking distance from us was the Myeongdo

Seoul is one part high-tech city one part peaceful temples and palaces. I'm overgeneralizing but there's definitely a very breathtaking contrast between the feeling you get running around town versus

If you seek a peaceful respite while you're in Seoul and are wondering where to travel to find it, I'd suggest visiting the Jogyesa Temple. We came upon it completely by accident, wandering the street