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One of my favorite day trips from Seoul is Daejeon, a city wedged in the center of the country. But, I love Daejeon for more than just the red bean buns (If you know, you know!). I love this city in Korea because it has one of the world’s only barefoot walking trails: the Gyejoksan…
Off the southern coast of South Korea lies Jeju, a volcanic island celebrated for its ties to Korea’s seafood and fishing culture. But before there were industrial-sized boats and 100-men fishing crews, there were the Haenyeo divers. The Haenyeo are a group of trained women divers who hunt off the Jeju Island coast for squid,…
K-pop or K-drama lovers are already familiar with those funky, little red tents that crop up all over the streets in South Korea. Pocha is a shortened Korean term for pojang-macha, a streetside cart that serves drinks and food for cheap. These little businesses might be a moveable cart or a tent set up with…
South Korea is living in the year 2050, and at the same time 1392. You walk into a restaurant where the waiters are robots, but then there are two people bowing to each other and using honorifics. No matter how advanced, culture in South Korea remains rooted in Confucian values. This is sometimes a culture…
Traveling to a new country takes a lot of pre-planning. From figuring out what to wear to the essential travel items that always get misplaced (where are my outlet converters?!), it’s a bit like handling a boat in rough water. That doesn’t mean your trip has to follow the same theme: these Korean apps will…
Seoul is a unique city, one of the few places on earth that has preserved its pre-modern heritage. Yes, there are plenty of skyscrapers, wine bars, and luxury shops, but Seoul doesn’t begin and end in Gangnam. If you’re looking for unique Seoul neighborhoods, these districts bring a different perspective to the city. Thanks to…
With the rise of overtourism, huge crowds crammed into small historic districts, and a surge in tourist-gouging prices, it’s no wonder that destination dupes are one of the biggest travel trends of this year. But what exactly is a destination dupe, and why should you consider this travel trend? If you spend any time on…
The writer describes a unique dining experience in a silent, anti-social ramen shop in Japan, reflecting on the cultural phenomenon of eating alone (honbap) in Korea. The concept is associated with the need for personal space and the societal view of dining alone. It prompts reflection on the benefits of solitude in modern life and invites readers to consider their dining preferences.
Seoul might be at the top of your list, or perhaps, the only item on your list, when it comes to travel in South Korea. With so much to see and do within the capital city’s 233 square miles, it might be a stretch to tack on additional day trips from Seoul. The thing is,…
Want to learn about a country’s history? Immersion into cultural art and local crafts is one of the best ways to broaden your knowledge. While visiting Seoul, a great way to learn about the country’s history is to try traditional Korean crafts. One thing I love about living in Korea is having access to activities…
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