Associate Emma Sparkes is a travel journalist and cross-cultural education specialist with over a decade in South Korea and TOPIK Level 5 Korean proficiency. She provides expert insights on travel, cultural adaptation and student mobility. Holding a BA in Graphic Design Communication (University of the Arts London), Emma combines visual storytelling with cross-cultural communication. Her authority stems from roles as English Section Editor of Korean Air’s Morning Calm, TBS eFM travel segment co-host and Resident Support Assistant for international students. Emma advises on travel logistics and academic mobility, providing practical, research-backed guidance for students, parents and travelers. Published Latest 12 Amazing Fun Facts About Christmas October 30, 2024 · 9 min read クリスマスにKFCを食べよう！That means “Let’s have KFC on Christmas” in Japanese! CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHY! Read more 8 Incredible Fun Facts About Osaka October 30, 2024 · 6 min read It is with the utmost pleasure that I invite you to explore the manifold marvels of Osaka—one of Japan’s most enchanting cities. Read more 9 Special Fun Facts About Phuket October 30, 2024 · 7 min read "Let's go hiking in Phuket" are words I never thought I'd hear. But after learning that 70% of Phuket's land is mountainous, it made sense. Click here to learn facts about Phuket! Read more 10 Fascinating Fun Facts About London October 30, 2024 · 7 min read Scared of ghosts? Be careful in London! Read here to find out why! Read more 19 Fun Facts About Seoul That Will Have You Leaping on the Next Flight October 30, 2024 · 13 min read Gaming. K-pop. Sighseeing. History. If any of these are things you love, GO TO SEOUL NOW! Read more 14 Amazing Fun Facts About Barcelona October 30, 2024 · 9 min read Did you know Barcelona has two official languages? The first one is Spanish and the second one is…… Read more 20 Fun Facts About New York City September 30, 2024 · 11 min read If you visit New York City, you can take a juicy bite of New York-style pizza. But be careful, someone might take a juicy bite out of you! Find out why! Read more 9 Fun Facts About Greece September 28, 2024 · 6 min read More tourists than locals?! Greece’s SHOCKING visitor stats! Read more 11 Fun Facts About Guatemala August 7, 2024 · 9 min read G-u-a-t-e-m-a-l-a. Not guacamole. The country is called Guatemala. Please remember that in case it comes up in the future and you don’t embarrass yourself. Read more 1 2 3 4 5