-
Squid Game: All Of The Games Explained So You Can Play Too!
Something about ‘Squid Game’ has struck a nerve and it has apparently become a worldwide phenom. That doesn’t happen often with a Korean drama but this Netflix hit seems to have been the show to do it and has taken the world by storm. Squid Game became the No.1 show on Netflix worldwide and instead of just a one season wonder, it was picked up for a second season and a real life ‘Squid Game: The Challenge” came to be as well. If you haven’t seen ‘Squid Game’ yet, then get on it! If you have watched the nine episode survival drama, then you probably already know what your Halloween…
-
Seoulbox: Your Favorite Korean Snacks In One Place
Do you want to up your snack game? Or just want to try some different snacks? Korea has some pretty interesting snack options and Seoulbox has everything covered for all of your snacking needs. There are some fun and even cute Korean subscription box options out there but this one takes the cake when it comes to fun, quirky, and delicious edible options from Seoul. Seoulbox sent us three boxes to check out for this review. Want to know what’s in this awesome Korean snack subscription box? Let’s go. Let’s dive in to see what is in the best Korean snack box: (This post contains affiliate links, which means I…
-
The Adventure Challenge: Review
For Christmas this past year we were gifted with The Adventure Challenge: Family Edition from my mom. It looked like an awesome fun thing to do with family but we put it off a bit and then dug it out when we were headed home this summer. I thought it was a great time to get it out and get the WHOLE family involved. The Adventure Challenge was a fantastic way to spend time with the family and a unique way to connect and have fun too. If you’re looking for the perfect gift for someone or want this for yourself, this is perfect. Get ready for the fun. Are…
-
Aprilskin: Artemisia Rice Essence Toner & Squalane Hydra Gel Cream Review
What a hot and humid summer it has been! Since Covid began, I’ve been wearing a lot less make-up, but instead opting for just a nice clean skincare routine to keep that skin bright and supple. This summer, my favorite two products came from APRILSKIN, which was perhaps a surprise, but a very happy one. They were extremely hydrating and just so nice this summer. Looking for a new K-beauty treat? Make it this one. Your skin will thank you when you add APRILSKIN’s Artemisia Toner and Artemisia Gel Cream to your skincare routine. What to appreciate about APRILSKIN’s Artemisia products: (This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive…
-
Kahina Eye Serum: The Best Eye Serum I’ve Tried
My daughter’s favorite thing to tell me is that I have “panda eyes”. I’m not sure how that started, but suffice to say, I’ve tried my fair share of eye serums. I’ve tried the COSRX Advanced Snail Peptide Eye Cream and the Wonjin Effect Medi Hydro Vial Eye Cream but the Kahina Giving Beauty Eye Serum has been my favorite by far. It’s definitely more costly than the others I’ve tried, but in the case of eye serums, it apparently makes quite the difference. Having tried more than enough eye serums now, my opinion is that the Kahina Giving Beauty Eye Serum is the best eye serum out there and…
-
KoreLimited: Review Of An Awesome Korean Streetwear Brand
Do you love Korean style? Maybe want some of your own Korean street style or want some clothing that pays homage to your time in Korea but says a bit more than just “KOREA!”. Look no further than Korelimited. Korelimited is a really cool brand with some great people making cool clothes. Want to make a statement? Let Korelimited help you as they produce clothing that celebrates Korean culture and lifestyle while being eye catching too. Here’s what you should know about Korelimited: (This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a certain percentage of a sale if you purchase after clicking at no cost to you. Thank you…
-
The Best Places To See The Sunset In Seoul
Last summer, as part of the Global Seoul Mates there was a mission to showcase Seoul’s gorgeous sunsets and oh how many beautiful sunsets did I enjoy. We were sharing sunsets for the whole month of August and this summer as August rolled around again, I was thinking back to some of the best places to see the sunset in Seoul. Do you want to see pink and orange skies over skyscrapers? Or want to see the sunset while you picnic along the Han River? Ever wondered where the best places to see the sunset in Seoul? Well, let me tell you! There are just a ton of beautiful places…
-
The Best Korean Instant Coffee: Everything You NEED To Know To Buy Some
Mmmm coffee. It’s delectable. If you’re a coffee connoisseur and you’re headed to Korea, you can’t miss the coffee sticks, or instant coffee, that can be found just about everywhere. Sure, there are a ton of amazing cafes to visit in Seoul, and traditionally Korea was all about the tea, but there’s a whole coffee culture you won’t learn about at a cafe. As a connoisseur, you may scoff at the instant coffee, but you shouldn’t. Coffee only really exploded into the Korean market in the early 2000s and it was instant coffee that did it. There are even instant coffee vending machines in subway stations and on street corners.…
-
The Four Seasons Hotel Seoul: A Family Friendly Stay In The Heart Of Seoul
What is the best hotel in downtown Seoul? It is most certainly the Four Seasons Hotel Seoul (포시즌스호텔서울). With impressive views out over Gyeongbokgung Palace and within walking distance of all of the historic must-sees in the city, this luxury hotel is the best place to stay in the heart of Seoul. When it comes to finding a hotel in Seoul, there are plenty to choose from. It really comes down to what you want to see and choosing a place near the sights you’re interested in. I love heading downtown and even as a resident, I still go to see the palaces at least once a year, walk along…
-
How To Get To Jeju Island in Korea
Seems like everyone made it to Jeju (제주도) at least once last year and with a lot of travel restrictions still in place, it’ll be another summer of trips around Korea. Should you go to Jeju Island? Absolutely. Called the Hawaii of Korea, it’s got the palm trees, the beaches, and plenty to do if you want but also plenty of natural scenery for relaxing. Planning a trip to Jeju Island can be a bit overwhelming if you’ve never been, but it’s actually super easy to make the trip. I’ve already got a guide for where to stay on Jeju Island that you should use for that part of planning,…
-
Yeouido: A Guide For The Must See Island In Seoul
Yeouido Island in Seoul, Korea is one of those places that gets on a lot of lists for where to go in Seoul and things to do in Seoul but it took me awhile to figure out why. Sure, there are some awesome things to see like the Yeouido Cherry Blossom Festival or the only fireworks festival in Seoul. BUT, what is there TO DO in Yeouido? Well, I’ve got the list if you’re like me and went and wondered where you were supposed to go in the business district in the center of Seoul. From the Yeouido Han River Park to the 63 Building a few spots in between,…
-
The Korean Words You Won’t Learn In Class: Onomatopoeia & Mimetic Words
Onomatopoeia, or words that represent sounds, are really common in children’s stories obviously, and make the story all the more fun to listen to. Most people that come to Korea to teach English probably hear these words from their students in class and don’t realize what they are. Children mimic the sounds we make but as a teacher, we might say ‘meow’ and then our students will deduce what we’re referring to and then respond with the ‘yaong’ which is what Koreans think cats sound like. Did you know, there is also a whole other set of words that we don’t even have words for in English? Mimetic words are…
-
Urang: Four Ampoules Four Reviews
If those Urang bottles don’t attract your attention, I don’t know what will. I won a bottle of the Yuja Vita Ampoule to try many months ago and after that was incredibly interested in this Korean beauty brand. Since, I’ve been able to try the Urang Yuja Vita Ampoule, Urang Cica Soothing Ampoule, Urang Pink Everlasting Ampoule, and the Urang Blue Power Ampoule. Which ones do you think I loved, liked, and could do without? Here is what you should know about Urang: (This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a certain percentage of a sale if you purchase after clicking at no cost to you. Thank you…
-
Sinduri Beach & Sand Dunes: Where You Have To Go In Taean-gun, Korea
This past weekend I was ready for adventure and found myself in Taean-gun. Taean-gun is one of those easy getaways from Seoul in my opinion. I’ve been a few times because there is plenty to do and see but it’s not too far that it necessitates much effort in planning. That said, I surprised even myself with how beautiful Sinduri Beach (신두리해수욕장) and the sand dunes there were. While there are often crowds and busy hot spots all over Seoul to be seen, I relish finding places where the view is more vast landscape than people and that’s exactly what we found in Chungcheongnam-do on this trip. There is much…
-
The Thunderous Hello: An English/Korean Children’s Story
After so much great feedback and interest in my bilingual bedtime story The Sun & The Moon Story, I jumped right back in to write another and worked with Raquel Cruz to illustrate a second book in the series titled The Thunderous Hello. I am so excited to introduce this bilingual Korean and English story. I love that my daughter is bilingual and I want to continue to foster that by giving her every opportunity to use both English and Korean with me and her daddy. What started as a one off experience to write a story for my daughter has turned into something very meaningful and I’m so thrilled…
-
The Latin American Museum To Visit Near Seoul
We have started homeschooling and with that comes the hunt for educational and fun things to do. An advantage of living here in Seoul means there are a ton of awesome museums and centers to visit to learn and have fun. Recently, I stumbled upon the Latin American Cultural Center-Museum (중남미문화원 병설 박물관) in Goyang and was surprised because there wasn’t much information online but it seemed right up our alley. Off we went. There are so many cool things to do with kids in and around Seoul but so much of it isn’t really promoted to foreigners so here is the info if you’re interesting in adding another great…
