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  • Metro of Pyongyang

    Metro of Pyongyang

     The metro of Pyongyang lies deep beyond the surface. At 100 meters depth the escalators running down are very steep and take their time to deliver their passengers to the underground stations. The stations themselves (I was able to visit 3 of them in total) are beautiful displays of colorful propaganda and depictions. There are…

  • Trolleybusses of Pyongyang

    Trolleybusses of Pyongyang

    The capital of Pyongyang has multiple public transportation options to offer. There are Trolleybusses, Tram and Metro lines going through the city. The trolleybusses were easier to photograph even though I have some pictures coming of the Underground as well. The people usually line up at the stations to wait for the busses. Often the…

  • How I found paradise and lost it

    How I found paradise and lost it

     From Seoul I took a plane halfway across the Pacific ocean to arrive on the islands of Hawaii. My days in Waikiki where dominated by two major experiences: Lack of funding and surfing. Coming from Asia and half a year of cheap sleeping, eating and loads of adventures I was shocked by the cost of…

  • Mangyŏngdae – Kim Il-sung’s Birthplace

    Mangyŏngdae – Kim Il-sung’s Birthplace

    The rumoured birthplace of the Leader Kim Il-sung is situated in a park called Mangyŏngdae. Complete with a fun fair the hill holds an ensemble of three huts in pristine condition. Inside you can find depictions and utensils that the family of the leader has used to make a living. There is a cold noodle…

  • Finally 36

    Finally 36

    When you travel for a whole year chances are high you’ll celebrate your birthday at least once during your trip. Yesterday was my 36th birthday and I was celebrating it with a chance to go out on a sea kayak to find some whales again. We were in Port McNeill on Vancouver Island and booked…

  • Grand Ryugyong Hotel

    Grand Ryugyong Hotel

    As with many things in socialism this building represents the great aspirations of the leaders to show the world how successful the socialist idea can be. I’ve seen this grandeur when I first visited Warsaw in the end of 1990s. The main station was nothing more than a giant concrete hull full of ornaments and…

  • Canyon View Trail and Elk Falls

    Canyon View Trail and Elk Falls

    The parking lot on Discovery Pier in Campbell River proved to be a good starting point for all kinds of exploration. Be it marine wildlife or a good day on the trails in the area. Walking along the Canyon View trail gave me an idea of the wide and rich amount of forests and wildlife…