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The Best Things To Do At Night in Seoul
The city of Seoul is vibrant at night. Neon lights brighten the view everywhere you look and the nightlife in Seoul is amazing. I had never been in a place where things just don’t close before arriving here. From night markets to noraebangs, or karaoke rooms, there is so much to do at night in Seoul, Korea. Are you a night owl? An insomniac? This is the city for you. You can take night walks in Seoul along the Seoul Fortress Wall or go to a night market in Seoul to eat all of the delicious food. Where do you think you’ll go first? Things to know about going out…
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The Man Who Laughs: A Musical To See In Korea Now!
Did you know that you can see musicals at the Sejong Center for Performing Arts? Musicals are a really popular way to tell stories, and they’re no less popular in Korea. Sometimes Kpop Idols will take up roles in musicals and bring even more attention to them. One example of this happening now is with The Man Who Laughs (웃는남자). When this musical first premiered, EXO’s Suho and Super Junior’s Kyuhyun played the lead role of Gwynplaine. Even though they aren’t in the show anymore, it’s still an incredibly good story with a lot of emotion that a lot of people can relate to. How to see The Man Who…
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These 4 Art Parks In Korea Will Make You Happy To Hike
I love getting outside and it’s even better when there are cool artworks or exhibitions to see. It certainly makes it more fun when our little kiddo is involved too. Whether you’re looking to find nature and art at the same time on your own, or with your kids in tow, there are some great art parks, or sculpture parks, in Korea that you should check out. The combination of art and nature is unbeatable in many ways and the art installations also make the outdoors fun even in the winter when the view is rather stark. PS, some or most of these parks don’t really require a lot of…
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The Korean PC Bang: Everything To Know Before You Go!
In an electronically advanced city like Seoul, there lies an active underground society that spends day after day in the safe area of their own temporary personal cubicle. With access to the internet, food, and familiarity—who would ever want to leave? The legendary PC bang. PC rooms are a safe haven for gamers of all games, or people that don’t want the hassle of buying a personal computer. PC bangs are multifaceted and useful to any foreigner when it comes to having a consistent connection to the rest of the world via the internet. If you want to learn more about the Korean PC room and how to find one,…
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The Best Overseas Money Transfer Service: SentBe
Whether you’re trying to send money abroad to pay off your student loans or sending gifts to family, the need for easy money transfer services has grown immensely. It’s amazing how much easier it is now. I remember in 2006 when I first arrived in Korea how much paperwork at the bank it required and how long I had to sit there to do it. Now, there are apps and online services connecting banks in amazing ways. I sent money home with SentBe for the first time a month ago and was SHOCKED at how fast and easy it was. I don’t think I’ll ever go back to bank transfers.…
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Breakout Seoul: A Fun Escape Room in Hongdae
Are you looking for a fun activity in Seoul to do with a group in Seoul? There are some great English-speaker friendly escape rooms to try. Escape rooms are a great team-building exercise, whether it be for work, school, family, or friends. There are varying levels of difficulty to them too, so you can find one that matches your style, whether it’s your first escape room or you’re a total pro. Looking for something fun to do in Hongdae? While you can do all kinds of things from eating to shopping in Hongdae, there is plenty in between. Breakout Seoul (브레이크아웃 이스케이프) is one such escape room in the Hongdae…
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Why Everyone Is Talking About Kahi: Multibalm Sticks to Sunscreen
The Korean skincare company Kahi has been trending and has had some really good ad placement in Korean dramas which has brought it to the attention of a lot of high profile skincare influencers and beauty magazines lately. So, when I was invited to an event to learn more about their products, I was super excited. You may have seen their balms in the hands of Lil Nas X, Doja Cat, and Ava Max. They’re leading the trend when it comes to multi-stick balms but they’re more than just that. I recently attended an influencer event with Kahi and learned a lot about their brand and their goals for the…
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How To Visit The Blue House In Seoul: A Guide To Cheongwadae
Did you know you can visit the Blue House in Seoul now? Actually, there were tours before, but now you can see more. Formerly the president’s home, the newly elected Korean president no longer lives there, so they’ve opened it for people to see for the first time in 74 years. If you’re interested in seeing Korea’s government buildings, you should go take a tour of The Blue House, or Cheongwadae (청와대) as it’s called in Korean. Citizens and tourists can see the Blue House but the process to see it is a bit different, so make sure you read carefully. If you’ll be visiting downtown Seoul soon, this is…
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Papa Recipe: Four Great Serums For Sensitive Skin
Looking for gentle skincare products? Korean beauty products that are ideal for sensitive skin types? You definitely need to look into Papa Recipe. This Korean skincare company is devoted to creating skincare products that are ideal for people with skin concerns just like the founder’s daughter who kicked off his education in skincare regimes. Papa Recipe recently release four new serums focused on a variety of skin concerns from wrinkles to skin tone and more. Which one will you try? Find out more about Papa Recipe’s new serums: (This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a certain percentage of a sale if you purchase after clicking at no…
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Seoul Animation Center and Ani Town Will Leave You Smiling in Seoul
Have you heard of Ani Land? The Seoul Animation Center? Ani Town? It’s okay if you haven’t. Located across the street from the popular shopping district, Myeongdong, in Seoul, it’s a bit off the beaten path unless you’re on the hunt for animation art. In Ani Town, there lies a street dubbed Zaemiro made up of studios, restaurants, and cartoon-covered walls. It’s known as the “content-specialized street” of Ani Town, a place full of unique exhibitions and views. From Seoul Animation Center, ideal if you have kids, to Zaemiro, there’s something fun for everyone. Until December, there is also a special event going on to visit, get stamps, and get…
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Where To Stay In Busan: A Complete Guide To The Hot Spots
Busan is one of my favorite cities. Actually, if I could choose where to live in Korea, I’d probably choose Busan. Not only is my husband from Busan, but it’s got beaches to the south, mountains to the north, and plenty to do in between. Anyway, if you’re taking a trip to Busan, then you should really think about where to stay in Busan because unlike Seoul that has a central point and radiates out, Busan is sort of long and follows the coast instead. If you want to see things on the west end of Busan, you don’t want to be in the east because it can be a…
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Jongmyo Shrine: A Beautiful Historical Site in Downtown Seoul
Built in the 14th Century, Jongmyo Shrine (종묘) is the oldest Confucian royal shrine in Korea. Located right in downtown Seoul, you may have walked by this important site and not realized what is behind the walls that protect the grounds. If you’re visiting Seoul or traveling to Korea, this is a beautiful area to take a walk in downtown Seoul where the streets can be bustling. Learn about Korean history and culture and maybe get to see a royal rite. List of Contents: Plan a trip to Jongmyo Shrine! (This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a certain percentage of a sale if you purchase after clicking…
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4 Great Game Shops In Seoul To Play or Shop
If you’re new to Korea, it can be tough to find a place to go and hang out with other people or to just find like minded people. If you’re interested in playing games in Korea, though, I’ve got some cool places you can go in Seoul. Some are better if you have people to bring, while others will allow you to meet someone or multiple people right then and there to hang out and play games. If you are a fan of board games, card games—especially Magic: The Gathering, or just analog games in general, these are the places you are going to want to visit during your time…
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Papa Recipe: Noble Rot Lifting Ampoule & Essence Review
Korean skincare is ever evolving and always using natural ingredients that it would never occur to me to put onto my skin. If Noble Rot is new to you, don’t worry, it was new to me as well and it’s not as bad as it might sound… really. Papa Recipe, born from a parent’s concern for their child’s skin, has created skincare that uses raw materials from nature and noble rot is one of them. If you’ve had skin issues, then this might just be the Korean skincare company to look to for understanding and grace. We’ll get into that and more below. Looking for a new Korean skincare company…
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Infinity Flying: An Exciting Non-Verbal Korean Musical
Telling stories through song and dance has been a vital part of every culture around the world since the beginning of time, and Korea is no different. Musicals are a great way to spend an evening while you’re in Korea. If you’re looking to see a musical, Infinity Flying is a great choice. Though it is less of a musical and more of an acrobatics show, it’s still a lot of fun. This performance is also good if you’re looking for family-friendly and tourist-friendly shows to see, since it’s non-verbal. Since this comedic show relies mostly on actions to tell the story, it’s easy for kids to follow along with,…
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Recommended Travel Adapters For Korea
I recently had a group of tourists here in Korea and one of them didn’t realize there were different power sockets in different countries. If you haven’t traveled abroad that often, or maybe stuck to one continent if you did, you may not have noticed that there are different kinds of power sockets all over the world. It’s important to know what the right power adapter for Korea is, if you’ll be coming here. Don’t get here and realize you can’t plug a darn thing in. Power up! When you start packing to travel to Korea, here is what you need to know about travel adapters to travel to Korea.…
