Sanbangsan, Jeju, South Korea
As I glanced about, I could see two birds lazily sunning themselves on the outskirts of the trail, unmindful of the silk green forest draped upon them. The leaves were in every shade of green and continued, it seemed at times, as far as the eye could see. Any holes in the greenery allowed for views of the blue hued ocean or the town below. I had heard rumors that when I reached the cave at the top of the path, views of Marado Island and Dragon Head Coast were available, in addition to the sight of the Buddhist temple located inside the tiny cubbyhole of the 10 meter cave. Sighing, I knew this spot was one of uninterruptible beauty. At that moment, melodious chords of “Baby, One More Time” gently floated up the mountain to reach my ears from the amusement ride below. Oops. Perhaps it wasn’t uninterruptible.
Jeju United, Jeju, South Korea
It’s a cold, wet, midweek April night at the Jeju World Cup Stadium. The home faithful have turned out in droves to see the big cup game against Pusan. Despite their wild enthusiasm, the Jeju fans (known as Insane Islanders) have yet to see a home victory this year. In fact they have yet to see a home goal. Jeju once again in this match goes one goal down, but like the great fans that they are, the supporters keep on cheering, never giving up hope. And then, in the final minute, Jeju United delivers what everyone has long been waiting for – a goal.
Love Land, Jeju, South Korea
Loveland is a bustling arena of sexual irregularities, a place which resonates erotic inhibition by communicating the essence of sexuality into creative and indeed thought-provoking exhibits. It is also a job that this intrepid reporter could not afford to miss.
I have been around the Jeju tourist block and have experienced the full gamut of its offerings. However, for some reason, Loveland remained elusive in my sightseeing conquests. Just recently I experienced what had put been off for so long: a trip around the Loveland block. And let me tell you I was rather pleasantly surprised by a interesting albeit bizarre museum dedicated to sex and all of its corresponding themes.


