One of the most frequent questions we get asked is "Can I bring my phone in North Korea?". With it being such a secretive country, many people assume they can't. However, to put it short: You can! Foreign visitors can bring all types of phones into North Korea without issue! Nobody is going to ... » Learn More about Can I bring my phone in North Korea?
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Common Scams to Avoid in China
As part of most North Korea tours, unless you're paying more for an Air Koryo flight, then in order to enter the country you must first transit via China. This usually involves travelling to Beijing and then onwards by train to Dandong. Despite the stereotypes, China is a fascinating place ... » Learn More about Common Scams to Avoid in China
North Korean Advent Calendar: Day 4!
Behind today's door lies a North Korean Karaoke! Such Karaoke's are commonly found in the country's bars and restaurants and reflect a culture shared in both South Korea and Japan. On North Korea tours, it is common for staff to sing to tourists. Usually revolutionary sungs are played, but sometimes ... » Learn More about North Korean Advent Calendar: Day 4!
North Korean Advent Calendar: Day 3!
It's day three of our fabulous Advent Calendar. Now, behind the window sits... Kim-Chi, the most famous Korean staple food! ... » Learn More about North Korean Advent Calendar: Day 3!
Tales of the DPRK: Feeding Hungry Soldiers on the Yalu River
Whilst it s common for visitors to North Korea to take a boat ride along the Yalu River, which separates China from its neighbour, one summer when on one of these rides I would experience an unprecedented encounter with locals which would reveal telling truth about the quality of life in ... » Learn More about Tales of the DPRK: Feeding Hungry Soldiers on the Yalu River