Mention Ulleungdo (울릉도) to a Korean and they might act surprised that you're going. It's a unique and fantastic island to get away to for a few days, and probably underrated compared to its larger cousin destination: Jeju Island. The whole idea of going to Ulleungdo had been on our minds for a few months. … Continue reading 13 Awesome Things to do on Ulleungdo
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Must see places near the Southern coast of Korea
There's so much to do in Korea, it's easy to get overwhelmed on where to go next. Naturally, Seoul gets a lot of attention. If you have a few days to spare or are looking for a way to complete your Korean trip - a visit to these places in the South of the country … Continue reading Must see places near the Southern coast of Korea
Korean September
I know I haven't been posting much, but these videos definitely give you a taste of what I do on a regular basis. There's no way these capture everything from September but it's still a solid snapshot. So in keeping with August's trend, I took a few more videos in September to chronicle what I … Continue reading Korean September
Korean August
Well! In august, I took a few more videos than usually and thought I'd turn it into a short montage of the stuff I've been up to! It's by no means complete. But it gives a glimpse into what a month is like while learning about this lovely country. I hope to make a few … Continue reading Korean August
Korean kids react to Warhead candy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=em_kSuOi_kM Wow! I didn't expect this kind of reaction from the warhead video, but I'm happy you've all liked it so much! I first told a couple kids about Warheads after a couple of them had tried sour jujubes and considered those sour. I said I would give them something that is really sour. After picking up a bag from Korean … Continue reading Korean kids react to Warhead candy
Seoul Saturdays: Hongdae
There are seemingly endless things to do in Seoul, rightfully so, given its size. There are so many people, such a vibrant culture, and businesses are constantly searching for the 'next thing'. Hongdae is an area of Seoul with a hip vibe and tons of character. It's known for its indie music scene, shopping, and clubs. I … Continue reading Seoul Saturdays: Hongdae
Month 3: Thirty-one ways to spend May days
May brought my first major break with a 4 day weekend near the start. I jumped at the opportunity to explore a bit more of the country and headed to Busan for a mini vacation. I climbed to Seokbulsa Temple and experienced a jjimjilbang for the first time too. New foods galore as I tried traditional Korean … Continue reading Month 3: Thirty-one ways to spend May days
Seoul Saturdays
When we decided to move to Korea, Anyang seemed like a good fit, in part because of its easy access to Seoul. And sure enough, most weekends we find ourselves taking the 40 minute subway into the city of almost 10 million people to explore some of Korea's best experiences. It has food, culture, energy, history, … Continue reading Seoul Saturdays
A trip to real Korea: Seokbulsa Temple
It was my last day in Busan, and I had saved to most demanding site for last. Today was the day I would trek to Seokbulsa Temple. This peculiar temple appears in many posts online, all of which praise its beauty. It was definitely worth the trip. Want to know how to get there? Check out my … Continue reading A trip to real Korea: Seokbulsa Temple
How to get to Seokbulsa Temple
Update: I've also posted instructions on getting help with Ulleungdo, if that's your thing. I thought posting detailed instructions would be helpful to anyone looking to make the hike. The trip to Seokbulsa temple isn't too challenging for a mountain hike, but it's not a walk through a museum either. Come prepared for some very steep … Continue reading How to get to Seokbulsa Temple
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