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.
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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.
My Seoul Food Experience
I’m not a foodie and don’t go out of my way for food on my travels, but a lot of my memories of my first solo trip in Seoul were linked to the food I ate there.
Samcheongdong 삼청동 and Bukchon Hanok 북촌한옥마을: A contrast of old and new Seoul
Nestled between Seoul’s palaces of Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung is an exercise in contrast – the modern hipster Samcheongdong and the old world charm of Bukchon Hanok.
Visiting King Sejong in Seoul’s Gwanghwamun Square 광화문광장
The old Seoul monarch King Sejong sits regally upon his throne at Gwanghwamun Square, near the entrance of Gyeongbokgung and the mouth of the Cheonggyecheon.
Jogyesa 조계사 and Jongmyo 종묘 – a spiritual side of Seoul
When you’ve had enough of the grand Joseon dynasty palaces, head to Jogyesa and Jongmyo to see a different side of Seoul
4D3N Seoul Itinerary for the first-time visitor
Never been to Seoul? Here’s a guest post by Anch who’s a Seoul lover and showing you how you can see the important sights in a 4D3N itinerary.
Cheap and hip Seoul – Ewha 이화 and Hongdae 홍대
The Seoul Sojourn continues in the hip university towns of Ewha and Hongdae, with affordable shopping for the student budget and lots of cool places to check out!
Strolling along the Cheonggyecheon 청계천 – the urban river of Seoul
In the midst of Seoul, the Cheonggyecheon is a much needed breather and quiet space to relax and escape from busy city life, just for a little bit
