Is anyone surprised to discover there are some incredible libraries and bookstores in Seoul? As anyone who’s been in Korea long enough knows, this country is packed in. Owning a house is very uncommon, and more often families rent apartments in skyscrapers and live together in incredibly enclosed spaces. This is why I believe public…
On one of my trips to Seoul, Hallie asked me if I wanted to check out the Bugak Skyway. Usually when Hallie suggest doing something fun in Seoul, I say yes even if I haven’t heard of the place before, and I’ve never been disappointed! Our little trip out to this beautiful observatory was no…
After my last trip, I thought I’d write an extensive, and frankly probably very extra, guide to the five palaces of Seoul. If you’re interested in seeing every single royal residence in Korea’s capital, than consider this ALL you need to know! Yep, you read that right. Seoul has FIVE palaces. While Gyeongbokgung and, to…
2023 UPDATE: Well, as with all truly trendy cafes, Seoulism as it was when I visited is no more! After someone commented asking if they were open, I checked their Instagram and sent them a message. It looks like they closed for a few months in the summer of 2023 and have plans to open…
Here are my picks among the top-rated guesthouses and hotels in Hongdae! Whenever I think of where to stay in Seoul, I always choose in Hongdae. Of all the neighborhoods I’ve discussed — Insadong, Gangnam, and Myeongdong, I’ve stayed the most personally in Hongdae. Don’t worry, I’ve also added even more budget and Airbnb options…
One of the cool ways to enjoy Seoul’s main river is cruising right on it. Here’s what to expect with a Han River ferry cruise! One of the last days I had during my trips to Korea was spent on a short little cruise along the Han through Trazy. I went with my friend, Marie,…