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A Guide To Daegu, Korea: What To See & Do
Did you know that Daegu is the hottest city in Korea? By hottest, I don’t mean the most popular place but rather that the weather is super hot. For this reason, it’s probably not the best idea to go in the summer, but there are still a lot of cool places to check out. Daegu isn’t a major tourist spot, but there are tourist attractions that are nice to see and probably won’t be too busy. Check out this Daegu travel guide so you can plan a trip to this Korean city with 1000 year old Buddhist sites and traditional markets and some really cool cafes and restaurants to see…
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Jaman Mural Village In Jeonju Is A Fun Artsy Find
Just up the road from the historical and traditional Jeonju Hanok Village is what feels like a location straight out of a cartoon. A very picturesque and peaceful area, the Jaman Mural Village (자만벽화마을) is a fun thing to do if you want to get out of Jeonju Hanok Village for a bit, walk around, and see something cute and quirky. There are some great mural villages in Korea and this is one of them. Looking for things to do in Jeonju? This is a fun one. Here’s how to find Jaman Mural Village: (This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a certain percentage of a sale if…
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Daebak: A Korean Subscription Box Review
Do you like Korean snacks? Do you like Korean beauty? Do you just like Korean culture? Well, if you’re abroad, one of the best ways to get up and personal with some Korean culture is to get a subscription box straight from Korea. I’ve written about some great Korean subscription boxes before. Today, we’re going to dive into the Daebak Box and the Snack Fever Box by Daebak. One is a bit more Korean snacks, and the other a bit more overall Korean culture. If you like getting mail and you like Korea, then definitely look into getting yourself on a subscription box list. Give yourself a surprise in the…
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15 Mistakes Tourists Make When They Travel To Korea
You’ve taken the jump and are going to travel to Korea! Good for you. There are some cultural mistakes to avoid in Korea you should know though… well 15 things to know in this list. Before you take a trip to Korea, just remember that the crosswalk signal shouldn’t be pushed and you don’t need to tip. Check out the most common mistakes people make when visiting South Korea. Here are 15 things not to do in Korea: (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 for your support.) 1 Pressing…
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The Hangeul Museum: Where To Learn About The Korean Language
Do you want to learn more about Hangul, also written Hangeul, the Korean language? You’re in luck if you’re visiting Seoul, Korea as you can find the National Hangeul Museum (국립한글박물관) easily situated just south of the National Museum of Korea. This museum is one of the many free things to do in Seoul and it’s also got a great children’s museum as well. Should you visit the Hangeul Museum on Hangeul Day though? I would really not recommend it. Here’s what you can look forward to when you do visit though. Get ready to learn about Hangul: (This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a certain percentage…
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26 FREE Things To Do In Seoul
Korea can be a rather expensive place to visit or live but once you know how to have fun for free, it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re living on a tight budget to pay off those loans back home, or taking a trip to Seoul and blew your cash on the plane ticket, you’ll still have plenty to do for fun in Seoul. There are a ton of places you can go in Seoul with cool events and exhibitions, awesome parks, and historical buildings that you can walk into for free. Don’t miss out on these budget friendly fun spots in Seoul, Korea. Here is a list of completely…
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13 Ways To Save Money on Travel In Korea
Ready to travel to Korea on a budget? While we’d all love to live that luxurious lifestyle and travel in style, for most of us, we gotta work travel out to be budget friendly and with inflation and prices soaring everywhere, it’s important to know how to cut costs where we can. It is actually possible to travel in Seoul and see some amazing places within a budget in Korea. If you want to save money in Korea but still see all of the travel hotspots, here are tips and tricks or travel hacks, if you will. This article is for the cheap hack lovers out there. From free places…
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The Seoul Arts Center: Enjoy Art, Musicals, and Performances
Coming up on its 30 year anniversary, the Seoul Arts Center (예술의전당) is what to check out if you’re interested in art exhibitions, plays, musicals, operas, and more. It’s a place that hosts musicals in its grand colosseum-like opera house, exhibits from artists from around the world, and performances by Korean artists. There is also a deluge of places to eat at from your typical Paris Croissant to full-on restaurants like Dam. Spend a day in and around the Seoul Arts Center in the Seocho-gu district of Seoul and feel the artsy vibes of the city. Plan a trip to the Seoul Arts Center: (This post contains affiliate links, which…
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Isntree: Hyaluronic Acid Sun Gel, Sun Stick and Sun Cream Review
This summer, I got to be apart of a great program with the Korean beauty company Isntree to learn more about them as a brand and try some of their products. I was blown away by some of them and want to share. If you’re looking for some of the best Korean sunscreens on the market, then you’ve come to the right spot. We’re going to review THREE of Isntree’s sun creams including: the Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel, the Hyaluronic Acid Natural Sun Cream, and the Hyaluronic Acid Airy Sun Stick. I got these from the brand at the start of summer and have been using them every day…
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Where To Buy Korea’s Mother of Pearl Lacquerware or Najeonchilgi
I LOVE najeonchilgi (나전칠기) and think it’s an underrated gift from Korea that I wish more people knew about. Najeonchilgi, or mother-of-pearl lacquerware in English, is beautiful and has an amazing history behind it. This Korean handicraft used to be really popular in Korea but has gone out of fashion over the years which has decreased the number of craftsmen making it now. That, though, has also increased the value. Want to get your hands on some beautiful Korean souvenirs? You can buy them in Korea but also while you’re abroad and I’m going to tell you how to make sure you get an authentic piece of Korean mother of…
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Suspension Bridges in Korea: Where They Are & How To Find Them
For a few years, it seemed like there was a competition in Korea and every region in South Korea was trying to make their own suspension bridge. Now, suspension bridges dot the country and the cool thing is that some of them are easily accessible and some of them soar between mountains so they all have a bit different feel. The suspension bridges in Korea get pretty popular in the autumn, but you can get some great views throughout the year. Here are some of the coolest suspension bridges in Korea to find. Get ready to see some awesome suspension bridges in Korea: (This post contains affiliate links, which means…
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Everything You Should Know About Korean Chopsticks & How To Use Them
One of the first things travelers notice when they sit down to eat in Korea is that their chopsticks are metal not wooden like they’re used to back home when ordering Asian food. Using metal chopsticks is a whole new obstacle, but we’ll get to that. There are so many reasons to love Korean chopsticks. They’re eco-friendly, sustainable, and while it might be difficult to learn how to use them at first, they will make you more dexterous. Here’s how to use chopsticks and why to love them. Learn everything about the Korean metal chopsticks: (This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a certain percentage of a sale…
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The 10 Best Things To Do At Starfield COEX Mall
Starfield COEX Mall ( 스타필드 코엑스몰), the largest underground shopping mall in the world featuring the eye-capturing Starfield Library, is located right in Seoul, Korea and is a great thing to do when you travel to Seoul whether you want to shop til you drop or see something interesting. A jack-of-all-trades mall, COEX has numerous opportunities to enjoy yourself with plenty of things to do in one place. With an aquarium, hole-in-the-wall public art, and even airport check-in facilities to make travel easier in Seoul, you will have few problems filling up your schedule when you arrive. Looking for things to do when it rains in Seoul? Or maybe a…
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A Guide To The Seoul Museum of Craft Art: Fantastic and Free
Opened in 2021, the Seoul Museum of Craft Art (서울공예박물관) is in the popular and touristy area downtown near modern art spaces like the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art and the historical district of the Bukchon Hanok Village and the cultural district of Insadong. It’s a really great museum in Seoul to visit and would especially great when it’s raining or too hot in the summer in Seoul or if you just want to learn about the Korean history of crafting which is really interesting. Oh, and did I mention that this fantastic museum is free? Plan your trip to the Seoul Museum of Craft Art (서울공예박물관): (This post…
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16 Islands in Incheon You Can Get To From Seoul This Weekend
Did you know there are more than 70 islands in Incheon? Not all of them are inhabited, but they are out there. When people think of islands in Korea they often think of places to Jeju or Ulleungdo, but there are way more islands than those hot spots. While island hopping in Incheon is a well known getaway option for Koreans, most foreign travelers never even consider Incheon more than the place with Incheon International Airport. Suffice to say, island hopping is close enough to Seoulites that there is no excuse not to get away. Looking for some great daytrips from Seoul or weekend getaways that are closer than you…
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The Best Books To Study Korean
So you’re ready to jump in and start studying Korean. You’ve celebrated Hangul Day in Korea and think the language is for you. There are a lot of great online Korean courses to choose from, but just as important are books. Finding high-quality Korean learning resources can be daunting but there are more and more out there as Korean dramas and K-pop spread worldwide. Good textbooks for learning give you a good foundation for language so get ready to study Korean grammar, how to construct Korean sentences, and more with the best books to study Korean. Are you ready to start learning Korean? Here’s where to start: (This post contains…
