Korean Lunar New Year
This upcoming Seollal holiday will last from the 21st to 23rd of January, 2023. Many of you who are not coming from Asia might wonder what this holiday is. This…
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Hyangiram Sunrise Festival 2023: New Year’s in Yeosu
New Year is a special holiday for everyone in South Korea. To prepare for the New Year, Koreans spend time cleaning their homes, buying new clothes, and preparing traditional dishes.…
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Christmas in Itaewon: Simple Traditions
As an international in Seoul, away from my family for the holidays, there is one place where I can feel at home – Itaewon. Christmas in Itaewon is an occasion…
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Christmas in Daejeon: What to Do?
Daejeon is quite famous among Koreans for … being a boring city that has absolutely nothing to do. But as an ex-pat living in Daejeon for the past few years,…
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How Christmas is Celebrated in South Korea
Korea is one of the most Christian nations in Asia. So, naturally, you would assume that Christmas is a major holiday in South Korea. But, have you ever wondered what…
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European Christmas Market in Seoul 2022
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! All of the grass is dead, the trees are bare, and I think my nose is going to fall off. I don’t…
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Starbucks: Holiday e-Frequency Coming Soon
If you have been living in Korea, you might be fully aware that Koreans LOVE their Starbucks coffee – and merch. They take e-frequency events so seriously that when a…
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What to do on Halloween in Seoul
Are you planning to spend Halloween in an unusual way? Do you like to dress up in themed costumes and experience the thrill of being scared? Then in this article,…
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Gwangyang: A Hidden Gem Along the Southern Coast
While traveling in Korea many people usually visit Seoul, Busan, and Jeju, the most popular tourist cities. However, Korea has also beautiful places in small towns, too. Currently, I am…
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Ferry From Yeosu to Jeju Island
Recently I posted the article about relaunching the Donghae to Vladivostok Ferry. However, at this time I am going to share my experience of taking the ferry from Yeosu to…
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Gender Roles and Chuseok
Gender roles have become a topic of debate this Chuseok. According to traditional Confucian beliefs, women have no place at the Chuseok alter and, should essentially stay out of the…
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What to Do During Chuseok in Korea as a Foreigner
Chuseok in Korea, the Korean Mid-Autumn Festival, is one of the most joyful and cheerful times of the year. This year, 2022, Chuseok will be held from September 9th to…
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