Gwangju is the most democratic place in South Korea and one of the first places outside Seoul I explored on my own. See what you can see and do in Gwangju and nearby Damyang famous for its bamboo forest.
The Day I Protested the President in Gwangju
A personal perspective from a visiting traveller of the protest against the President in Gwangju, South Korea’s most democratic and liberal region.
What to do on a weekend in Gangnam 강남 (other than shop)
Seoul’s Gangnam district is much more than Kpop songs and high-end shopping – here are some things to do if you are spending the weekend in Gangnam
My Hanok Homestay Experience – living in a traditional Korean house
Live your dream of olden Korea and try a Hanok homestay in a traditional Korean house. Here’s what my experience was like and how to book one of your own.
My very own Korean Winter Sonata in Gangwon
Gear up for winter in South Korea – check out the Gangwon region during ski season and visit Pyeongchang, home of the Winter Olympics 2018
Where to find street art in Seoul – Ihwa, Mullae, Apgujeong, Hongdae
A detailed guide on where to find street art in Seoul – exploring Ihwa Mural Village, the industrial Mullae area, Apgujeong’s graffiti tunnel and youthful Hongdae
3 places in Seoul for the ultimate Hallyu experience
Discovering K-culture in Seoul – K-newbie me gets my first taste of the Hallyu wave at 3 popular Hallyu tourism spots in Seoul.
What happens when you can’t read the language on your menu
An anecdote of my experience ordering and eating Korean food in Seoul without being able to speak a lick of Korean. First posted on Epicure & Culture.
How I made a friend on my first solo trip to Seoul
Here’s the story of how I made a friend on my first solo trip overseas
Shopping for Beauty Products in Seoul
Beauty lovers will adore the sheer variety of products available in South Korea – here are some tips for a first timer on what to expect when shopping for beauty products in Seoul.