Article 6TF22 A traveler's postcard from South Korea's 'love motels'

A traveler's postcard from South Korea's 'love motels'

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National Geographic Explorer Paul Salopek talks about his experience with South Korea's so-called "love motels": short-term rental hotels that cater primarily to people seeking space for intimate encounters. In a country with a severe housing shortage, these motels increasingly provide privacy for young adults who live - by necessity - with their parents. As Salopek discovered walking across the country, these rooms also provide budget-friendly accommodations for travelers as well.

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