North Korea. I’ve been to a lot of different places throughout the world, and none of them have elicited such an emotional response from people when I inform them that I just returned from North Korea. Some people have been really interested, while others appear confused. Some individuals find it amusing, others think I’m joking, and yet others consider it preposterous for me to claim I went to North Korea. When I tell people about my amazing time in North Korea and how it’s one of the best trips ever, their reactions are priceless. Utter disbelief is commonplace, but I would happily go back again. It’s sometimes difficult to enjoy a trip to North Korea while simultaneously expressing support for the current regime. Some people appear to be confused on this issue. I did not believe I was putting my life in danger. Rather, it felt like one of the safest places I had been to when there. 1. There are many fascinating tourist destinations in North Korea. North Korea is full of interesting attractions, making it a must-see destination for anyone who loves to travel. Pyongyang, the country’s capital and largest city, is a fascinating destination. There are so many monuments, great squares, and magnificent buildings in the city. We were able to visit their most important statues, museums, as well as the Juche Tower, which is 120 meters tall. Not only does North Korea present different sights than what you may be used to, but visiting everyday places like department stores, parks, and the subway can feel like a tourist attraction in itself! Everything is interesting because it’s so different from home—and even when it’s familiar, that unfamiliarity makes it intriguing. With all the demonizing of North Korea in the media, it’s easy to forget that this is still a country populated by normal people. There’s also a chance to see the DMZ, which is the border with South Korea (not that there are two Koreas in North Korea; it’s all Korea). I’ve already written about this when I visited from the south side. It was, without a doubt, the most amazing travel experience I’d ever had until I went to North Korea. It’s even more special because you’re visiting it from the other side. 2. Visiting North Korea is like stepping into a time machine. I’ve never felt like I’ve been transported back in time. People used to talk about going backward in time when I went to Burma, but that is nothing compared to North Korea. This place looks like it hasn’t changed since the Cold War 50 years ago. At times, I felt like I was in an old Disney movie, like when I took the hotel lift and there was man pressing the buttons in a full on uniform including hat and gloves. I felt as if I was watching a scene straight out of a Hollywood film rather than witnessing it in person. 3. North Korea is a fascinating subject. To put it another way, life in North Korea is unlike life anywhere else on the planet (or anything else I’ve seen). The first thing is propaganda. There appeared to be a never-ending supply of murals and banners. However, most of them had a clear military theme to them. The people are much more fascinating. They are, to begin with, all well-dressed and well-groomed. People wear suits or formal clothing instead of their own. I spent a lot of time searching through bus and train windows, and everyone looked immaculate. The fourth trait to look for in a good puppy is how eager and obedient they are. When crossing the road, every...