Famous for its bamboo forest, here’s everything you need to know about visiting Damyang down in the Korean countryside. It’s weird to think that I’ve visited Damyang three times now, but I’ve only stayed for the day or afternoon and went back home. I actually just texted my friend to tell her we should do…
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…
About time I wrote a guide on all the fun things to do in Yeosu! Since I lived in Suncheon for a year and many of my friends lived 30 minutes away in this seaside city, I’ve visited more times than I can count. My first visit to Yeosu came when I properly hung out…
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…
All you need to know about Korea’s city of love – Namwon! Oh, Namwon. I have such a special fondness for this little city that its logo is probably going to pop up as a tattoo someday. This is where I spent the first two years after college, and it’s become something of a second…
So much of Korean food was about patience as the volcanic soups settled down, building the diners’ anticipation with the bright colors of the red pepper and green onion, the smells. Nancy Jooyoun Kim, The Last Story of Mina Lee Guys, FINALLY! Wondering what to eat in Korea? Whelp I’m finally writing my personal guide…