I couldn’t let one more year go by and not make a fun list of Korean gift ideas. This isn’t necessarily a list of souvenirs (I promise that post is somewhere in my drafts), but rather a gift guide for someone who loves South Korean culture. Maybe they’re getting ready for a big trip to the…
Autumn is back again, and I’m living vicariously through her outdoor fall adventures. This time she has a little guide to hiking in Odaesan National Park! Enjoy! When talking about national parks in Korea, a few always pop up – Seoraksan, Jirisan, and Hallasan are perhaps the most popular three. Some, such as Gyeryongsan or…
Autumn is back! This time with a complete guide to hiking Gyeryongsan National Park, a harder hike with lovely views near Daejeon. Enjoy! Honestly, before going to Gyeryongsan, I knew little about it. I’d hiked a lot of Korean mountains before, but Gyeryongsan, just a small green blip on the map west of Daejeon, never…
You guys really seem to love my take on Korean dramas, so I thought, why not indulge a little and share my favorite Korean jams? Now, that list would be long; like would probably rival some Harry Potter books long. Instead, I’ve broken it up into different posts. First up? My favorite summer K-pop songs!…
2024 Update: Please note this post is a few years old and it looks like a few Airbnbs are no longer listed! Please check this post on where to stay in Jeju for more up to date information and accommodation recommendations. Looking for a unique stay in one of Korea’s most unique places? Here are…
If you had to ask me my singular favorite place in all of Korea, I would have to tell you it’s the colorful Gamcheon Culture Village. When I think back to my first visit to Gamcheon, I realize it was quite a random event. Roslyn, a friend who lived in my Namwon villa (and who…