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How to Set Up Naver Pay

Naver Pay is one of the most common forms of mobile payment in South Korea. If you go to a cafe shop or convenience store, you will see signs such…
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What It’s Like Being LGBTQ in South Korea

  • 🇵🇰 Majid Mushtaq
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How to Use Seoul’s Public Bikes, Ttareungyi

  • 🇮🇱 Salam Khatib
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How to Book Train and Bus Tickets in Korea

  • 🇻🇳 Wendy
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Convenient Ways to Enjoy Korea as recommended by expats

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Travel Tips for Exploration and Self-Care

  • 🇺🇸 James Maines
There are few things in this world that are more important than a good self-care regime. Whether you enjoy going to the gym, playing video games, or love long spa days, having a way to…
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8 Tips to Relax and Enjoy Your Vacation

  • 🇺🇸 Stacey Peters
Some people equate vacation with stress. Between the planning, packing, logistics of travel, and making sure it’s paid for – you are physically & mentally ready for a…
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Free Travel in Korea for Foreigners

  • 🇮🇩 Annisa
Korea is one of the most famous tourist destinations in the world, thanks to the popularity of its pop culture (Hallyu). Almost everyone I know wants to visit, or live, in this country.…
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7 Ways Travel Teaches Us About Ourselves

  • 🇺🇸 Stacey Peters
One of the best ways to truly get to know ourselves is through travel. Travel teaches us what our true values are and unlocks things about ourselves that we never even knew were there. 1.…
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Public Transportation in Korea: Electric Bikes and Scooters Edition

  • 🇻🇳 Wendy
The bus is one of the cheapest forms of public transportation in Daejeon. The subway is a little bit less useful in Daejeon because there is only one subway line. But, the bus can take a long…
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Unmanned Payment Machines in Korea

  • 🇷🇺 Sergei Khoziashev
Korea is a fairly well-developed country, especially when it comes to advanced technologies. These technologies make life easier for many people, including foreigners. In this article, I would…
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Ferry From Yeosu to Jeju Island

  • 🇷🇺 Sergei Khoziashev
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 Jeju Island. Best…
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Stay in Korea for Free: Volunteering for Accommodation

  • 🇧🇷 Hannah
In Korea, accommodation can be one the most expensive parts of your trip. But, what if I told you you could come to Korea and stay here for months without paying a single penny? This is how…
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Solo Trip to Busan

  • 🇷🇴 Emilia Bucsan
If you have a few days off from work or school in South Korea and want to travel alone, don’t hesitate! There are so many amazing places for a solo trip! This is my personal experience…
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Nightlife for Introverts in Korea

  • 🇮🇩 Annisa
I have been living in Korea for 4 years, yet I have never stepped foot in a nightclub. What can I say? I’m an introvert. While the bustling nightlife of Seoul wasn’t for me at…
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21 Extraordinary Facts About Korea

  • 🇺🇦 Evelin Evy
As I’m getting close to my one-year mark of living in Korea, I have decided to make a list of some interesting facts I have learned about the country I now call home. Hope you will enjoy 🙂…
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Seoul City Tour Bus: Is it Worth it?

  • 🇪🇸 Silvia Miranda Vega
I live in Busan, and when I visit Seoul, I do so for very short periods of time – normally just the weekend. There is so much to see in Seoul, and it’s always difficult for me to…
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Three Things to Note Before You Go to a Korean Wedding

  • 🇸🇬 Faye
Weddings involve a lot of little cultural details and chances are, if you are attending a wedding overseas, you will run into unfamiliar practices. When it comes to attending a Korean wedding,…
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The Best Moving Service in Korea: Zim Car

  • 🇻🇳 Wendy
If you’re considering moving in Korea, you’ll soon find that moving to a new apartment is an absolute nightmare. Once you’ve finally gone through the hellscape that is…
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Top 10 Korean Summer Dishes

  • 🇻🇳 Wendy
Korean summer is a nasty combination of hot temperatures and rainy days. Fortunately, Korean cuisine includes some summer dishes to help you cope with the heat. In this article, I will…
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How to Create a Post-Pandemic Korean Travel Itinerary

  • 🇺🇸 Stacey Peters
We all have a friend who is always trying to do everything, go everywhere, and be everything for everybody. Mine sent me a copy of her summer calendar, and it was so busy that it made my head…
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Traveling With Friends: How to Stay Gurlz When You Get Home

  • 🇺🇸 Stacey Peters
I have been lucky enough to have gone on several trips with my girls. However, traveling with friends can be way more fun in theory than in reality. Even on the best of days, best friends can…
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CCTV Selfie: DDP & The Han River

  • 🇵🇰 Majid Mushtaq
Sometimes you’re traveling alone and forget your selfie stick, or maybe taking a picture at close range doesn’t result in the photo you were looking for. Well, there is a solution.…
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Seasonal Allergies in Korea: The Ultimate Guide

  • 🇺🇸 Nicole Saint-Aubin
This is your ultimate guide to dealing with seasonal allergies, hay fever, and allergy-induced rhinitis while living in Korea! From personal experiences and useful phrases, to exactly what to…
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First Time Travelers: 5 Korea Facts

  • 🇵🇰 Majid Mushtaq
Where will you go on your first post-pandemic vacation? Why not come to South Korea! This amazing country is full of amazing opportunities and new experiences are waiting for you around every…
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How to Handle 8 Ethical Travel Problems

  • 🇺🇸 Stacey Peters
Ethical travel. It’s simple but at the same time, incredibly complicated. What is wrong? What is right? And if you know something is wrong, will you still do it? Or will you act accordingly?…
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Sustainable Beauty Tips for Frequent Travelers

  • 🇺🇸 Stacey Peters
I love to travel. It opens up new cultures, new customs, new food, and new irritants to my skin. I remember how my skin felt the first few weeks in Korea. I heard about K-beauty products, but…
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Spilling the Tea on the Korean Travel Experience

  • 🇺🇸 Stacey Peters
Did you know that sometimes the toilet paper is outside the stall? Or that you cannot use Google Maps to navigate in Korea. And if you are going hiking, you should probably check the air…
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Thai Aesthetic Restaurant in Daejeon: Chiang Mai Bangkok

  • 🇻🇳 Wendy
There are tons of Thai restaurants out there in Korea. So, what makes Chiang Mai Bangkok restaurant stand out from the rest? Personally, I love Thai food, especially the food in this…
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Korea Opening for Travel

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After two long years, Korea is finally opening back up to international travel. Beginning March 21, fully vaccinated individuals will no longer need to quarantine before entering South Korea.…
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What Is Kakao Talk?

  • 🇲🇾 Tan Wei Wen
As technology becomes more advanced, the distance between people has become smaller and smaller. We can communicate with anyone at anytime without meeting that person face to face. Various…
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How to Rent a Car in Korea (For Foreigners)

  • 🇬🇧 Laura Simons
Fancy taking a road trip in Korea? You may have heard songs of praise about Korean public transportation and the KTX bullet trains, but nothing can compare to the ease of driving your own car.…
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How to Get Vaccinated in Korea

  • 🇺🇳 The KoreabyMe Team
A month ago, Korean authorities finally recognised foreign vaccinations. Until that point, expats who had been vaccinated abroad were unable to verify their vaccination status through the…
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Tropical to Tundra: A Brazilian’s Guide to Winter in Korea

  • 🇧🇷 Dani
Do you come from a tropical country like me? If so, you may feel as though you’ll freeze to death in Korea in the winter. Here, temperatures drop as low as -10, but with a brisk wind, it…
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How to Get a Driving License in Korea

  • 🇵🇰 Majid Mushtaq
Even native Koreans are uncertain about the idea of joining the heavy traffic and complicated roads of Korea. However, being able to drive is hugely useful and can an easy commute, especially…
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A Guide to Korean Rice Cakes

  • 🇲🇾 tidalcopy
The most commonly eaten traditional Korean dessert is definitely rice cakes or tteok. Korean rice cakes are delicious balls of pure happiness consisting of rice flour and various other grains.…
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What to Pack for South Korea

  • 🇵🇰 Majid Mushtaq
Are you moving to South Korea or just visiting? In either case, you’ll need to know what to pack. If you find packing overwhelming, don’t worry, we have you covered! Pack for your…
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Visiting South Korea during the COVID-19 Pandemic: What to Expect?

  • 🇮🇩 Felice Valeria
Well, the COVID-19 pandemic has given all of us a tough time. Restrictions are everywhere, and they can sometimes be overwhelming. The measures are even stricter given the rise of COVID-19…
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Tips for First-time Travellers in Korea

  • 🇲🇦 Hajar
Its your first time in Korea and everything from the language to the culture is different. Don’t worry, I’ve got your back! 3 years ago I came to Korea for the first-time and there…
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Best Travel Guides in Seoul to plan your trip

  • 🇩🇿 Djedouani Amina
First time visiting Seoul? You are probably wondering how to book your trip and where to go. Fortunately, Tourism in South Korea is very well organized and you can rely on different…
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The convenient Transportation System of South Korea

  • 🇲🇾 Diwashini Letchumanan
One of the things that shocked me the most about Korea when I first arrived here was the transportation system. It was amazingly convenient and really easily accessible to anyone. You can go…
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How to Get Korean Citizenship

  • 🇰🇿 Manzura Tairova
Less than a decade ago, Korea was one of the more under-developed countries of Asia. Many foreign travellers, particularly those from Western country, did not see the appeal in visiting Korea.…
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Covid-19 Quarantine in Korea: Student Edition

  • 🇨🇴 Ginna Suarez
I moved to South Korea in February 2021, in the midst of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. At that time, all international arrivals, regardless of vaccine status, were required to undergo 2-weeks…
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Korean Etiquette: Yay or Nay?

  • 🇬🇧 Laura Simons
There are several cultural differences between Korea and my home country. Some are easy to adapt to, while others I still struggle with today! Perhaps you’re a fellow expat or soon-to-be…
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Top 5 Hospitals for Foreigners in Korea

  • 🇵🇰 Majid Mushtaq
We may think of hospitals just as somewhere we go when we are sick, but have you ever heard of Medical Tourism? When you travel abroad, it is essential that you get travel insurance in case of…
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The best neighborhoods where to stay in Seoul

  • 🇩🇿 Djedouani Amina
When visiting a new country, it might be difficult to decide where to stay. Indeed, it is important to select lodging that is conveniently placed, close to public transportation and the main…
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Booking Hotels in Korea

  • 🇲🇾 Diwashini Letchumanan
As a foreigner, booking hotels in Korea is super easy. However, travelling comes with its own risks and you should always come prepared for when things don’t go to plan. Here is a guide…
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Must Have Items for Summer in Korea

  • 🇻🇳 Mai Nguyen
Summer has finally arrived to Korea! Beautiful green trees and plants, colourful flowers and glittering rivers cover the country. However, Korean summers are also extremely hot, humid and…
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A First Time Traveller’s Careful Guide to Finding Accommodation in Korea

  • 🇲🇾 tidalcopy
The first time I traveled to Korea, I was just seventeen years old and fresh out of high school, taking a graduate trip with some of my classmates. For many of us, it was our first time…
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Perks of Living in Seoul

  • 🇵🇭 Joey
Have you ever considered living in Korea? If so, where would you choose to live? The capital city of Seoul would likely come to mind. Seoul is home to 9.7 million people and known for its high…
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Covid-19 Quarantine Korea Survival Guide

  • 🇬🇧 Laura Simons
The ultimate guide to surviving 2 weeks of Covid-19 quarantine on entry to Korea, with tips on staying healthy, having fun and making the most out of your freedom day.
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Basic Korean phrases that you should know in a restaurant -Part 1

  • 🇲🇾 Tan Wei Wen
We had been talking and discussing the basic Korean phrases that you need to know when you meet someone. And today, it comes to another part, which is when you order something in the…
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Personal experience on taking Covid-19 Test

  • 🇲🇾 Tan Wei Wen
Since the Coronavirus outbreak in countries all around the world, people start to be really careful about the preventions and protect themselves from getting Covid-19. Countries all around the…
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MOVING TO KOREA IN 2021: THE ULTIMATE PACKING LIST

  • 🇵🇰 Majid Mushtaq
In present, moving abroad seems like a terrifying thought until you actually know how to do it. To make this thought from terrifying to satisfying, one should know each and every detail about…
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Debunking myths about south korea

  • 🇩🇿 Djedouani Amina
Before coming to South Korea, we all went through google in hopes of getting more information. However, what you can find out there is either outdated or false. As i have been living here for…
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Good things to know upon your arrival in Korea

  • 🇻🇳 Mai Nguyen
Traveling to foreign countries you can see a lot of new interesting things, check in in many awesome locations, meet new great people, enjoy new kinds of food and gain a lot of new…
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South Korea: weather & when is the best time to visit?

  • 🇧🇩 Nasrin Siraj Lopa
South Korean weather, unlike that of many other Asian destinations, is relatively straightforward and concise to comprehend. The year is divided into four distinct seasons with only minor…
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17 Unique Korean experiences

  • 🇳🇬 Aiyanyo Titi
Do you want to recreate some famous scenes from your favourite K-drama or K-movie? I want to share a list of 17 unique Korean experiences. You can use some of these ideas to create your own…
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Most Visited Spots, Streets and Universities in Seoul

  • 🇵🇭 Gail Camp
Seoul has a lot of beautiful, popular, and unique places to offer. Never miss to stop by in these most visited spots, streets and universities in Seoul.
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A must-know -Transportation system in South Korea

  • 🇲🇾 Tan Wei Wen
If you are a foreigner who is currently living in South Korea, then I guess you are very familiar with transportation systems in South Korea. Most of the people who travel to South Korea, even…
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Templestay – a very unique experience in Korea

  • 🇻🇳 Mai Nguyen
Did you know that through the Templestay program you can experience the life of Buddhist practitioners in Korea yourself?
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Korea’s Transportation Card: T-Money

  • 🇳🇬 Aiyanyo Titi
As of January 1, 2022, Seoul’s buses have gone cashless. You are now going to need a transportation card to take Seoul’s public buses. The most common form of transportation card in…
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Another 15 Things I Wish I Knew Before Moving to Korea

  • 🇳🇬 Aiyanyo Titi
Over 5 years ago I embarked on my flight heading to Korea, to study for my Master’s. Familiar with studying? Sure. But living in South Korea? I had no idea what to expect. There are many…
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50 Useful Korean Words & Phrases: You’ll need for Smooth Travel in South Korea

  • 🇳🇬 Aiyanyo Titi
Travelling to South Korea, there are essential Korean phrases to learn to make your travel smooth. Here are some essential Korean phrases to help you in a number of different situations, such…
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Sending Package from Korea via EMS thru Visiting the Post Office (우체국)

  • 🇵🇭 Joey
Traveling to Korea means having an opportunity to shop for various items such as Korean food, cosmetic products, and of course, Kpop and Korean drama merchandise like albums and light sticks.…
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Visiting Provinces and Cities Outside Seoul Using Public Transportation

  • 🇵🇭 Joey
The good thing about traveling within Korea is that you will never run out of good places to visit, whether in big cities or in the countryside. South Korea consists of 9 provinces and 7…
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Why you should visit South Korea in 2021

  • 🇳🇬 Aiyanyo Titi
South Korea is a popular destination due to a rise in Technology, K-Pop and K-drama. With its distinct cuisine, signs of ancient history, many people have several reasons why they should visit…
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Korea travel tips for first-timers

  • 🇳🇬 Aiyanyo Titi
Korea is a beautiful place to visit and can be somewhat intimidating if you do not know the language. Many Koreans are knowledgeable in English but are shy in speaking the language. So, if you…
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Korea Packing List: For Tourists and Long Term

  • 🇳🇬 Aiyanyo Titi
Whether you are traveling to South Korea as a tourist or planning to move there, here are some of the few essentials I think you will need for your Korea packing list. Korea Packing List…
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Top 5 Map and Navigation Apps in Korea

  • 🇵🇰 Majid Mushtaq
Seoul is the fifth-largest city in the world so, for first-time visitors, it may seem a bit daunting. However, don’t be intimidated by the city’s vast urban area. Navigation apps in Korea make…
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Top English Speaking Hospitals For Foreigners in South Korea

  • 🇰🇿 Manzura Tairova
If you have ever visited South Korea or heard of it, you must know how proud Koreans are about their culture and language. We are sure you already know how South Korea’s passport is the…
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South Korea Cherry Blossom Guide

  • 🇰🇿 Manzura Tairova
Of all the most prominent things about South Korea is its cherry blossom trees. Whoever has visited Korea before or read about it online must already know how amazing the country has…
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Seoul Travel Guide for Muslim Visitors

  • 🇰🇿 Manzura Tairova
If you are a Muslim yourself or you know any, you probably have an idea of how they look for places having halal items everywhere. Muslims can’t eat anything from anywhere as it is part of…
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Cost of Traveling Within Korea

  • 🇵🇭 Joey
Before coming to Korea, I have heard from a lot of people that Korea is quite expensive. Of course, we could have different definition of what expensive is. For some, a 5,000 won-meal could be…
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5 Essential apps to have when visiting Korea.

  • 🇳🇬 Aiyanyo Titi
Travelling to a foreign country could be unsettling especially when you have no friends there already even more in a country where the language is different – South Korea. To help you enjoy…
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Discover Seoul Pass – Your Pass to Seoul’s Best Attractions

  • 🇵🇭 Joey
Are you planning a trip to Seoul but on a tight budget and don’t know where to start? Then make sure to avail of the Discover Seoul Pass. It allows you to visit over 50 popular tourist…
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Smart Ways to Find Cheap Yet Good Accommodation in Korea

  • 🇵🇭 Joey
Are you planning to travel to Korea and looking for a place to stay? Finding the right accommodation in Korea is a big consideration and you should plan it if you want to save money. It is…
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Best Season and Perfect Time to Visit South Korea

  • 🇵🇭 Gail Camp
South Korea is an East Asian Nation that constitutes the southern portion of the Korean Peninsula. Moreover, affected by the East Asian monsoon, South Korea has a temperate climate with four…
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Smart Ways to Travel Korea on a Cheap Budget

  • 🇵🇭 Joey
Traveling to other country always entails cost. It could be cheap or expensive depending on our preferences and how are we going to spend our days exploring our travel destination. To give you…
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Travelling Seoul: 5 Things to know before visiting Seoul

  • 🇮🇳 Amitesh Sharma
Travelling Seoul is one of the best things a person can do. However if you are visiting this tremendous city for the first time, you should know some essentials. There are some important…
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8 Types of Accommodation in Korea

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Korea has a wide array of accommodation types and looking for a place to stay can be quite confusing.  Hence, most foreigners are not familiar with the commonly used terms here. While…
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Guide: How to Use Trains in South Korea

  • 🇲🇽 Fernanda L. Negrete
Going for the first time to another country can be overwhelming. Because you can have the worry of getting lost. Or doing things wrong. Especially if you plan to travel between cities instead…
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Cheaper Trains to Travel Another City

  • 🇲🇽 Fernanda L. Negrete
When we think about traveling between cities, KTX is in fact the first train to come to our minds. Since it is the most famous train in South Korea. But did you know that there are more low…
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Where to Exchange Your Currency to Won in Korea

  • 🇵🇭 Joey
Are you planning to travel to Korea and still wondering where to exchange your local currency to Korean won? Then this article will help you! About Korean Won Korea’s official monetary…
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Cash or Card: What to use when traveling to Korea?

  • 🇵🇭 Joey
Which payment instrument to use is one of the most common concerns when traveling abroad. In planning your trip to Korea, you may have asked yourself with the question, “Should I use cash or…
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3 Websites to Book Tours in South Korea

  • 🇲🇽 Fernanda L. Negrete
South Korea is widely known for being a country with a lot of things to do. And some of these things, are not known by many tourists. But fortunately, can be found on some pages. Of which we…
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Things That You Must Have When Traveling to Korea

  • 🇵🇭 Joey
If you are planning a trip to Korea, make sure to tick off all these things that you must have when traveling: Appropriate Clothing As we all know, Korea is a country that has four distinct…
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Useful Apps When Traveling to Korea

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When traveling to a foreign country, it is always a challenge on how to navigate the place, how to ride public transportation, where to go, where to stay a lot more concerns. But thanks to the…
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Public Transportation: Apps that you need

  • 🇲🇽 Fernanda L. Negrete
South Korea is indeed one of the best when it comes to technology. That is the reason to why it is not a surprise that they have developed such practical apps. Thanks to this, life here is…
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How to Send Package from Korea via EMS with Pickup Service thru Online

  • 🇵🇭 Joey
Are you planning to send package from Korea through EMS but don’t know how? Here is a step-by-step guideline on how you can do it through online. You can even request for a pickup of…
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Things I found impressive about Korean culture

  • 🇮🇱 Salam Khatib
While living in Korea there were so many things that I found impressive about the Korean culture and lifestyle that were kind of different from what I’m used to. First is the Korean…
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Traveling Alone in Korea – The Whys and The Hows of Solo Female Travel

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Are you planning to travel alone and thinking where is the best place to do it? Then consider traveling alone in Korea. Why Travel Alone in Korea? I had my first ever solo travel experience…
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How to Survive Summer in South Korea

  • 🇲🇽 Fernanda L. Negrete
Learn how to survive summer in South Korea through this guide we have prepared for you! South Korea undoubtedly has a pretty crazy weather during this season. From sunny and hot days to rainy…
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Get Discounts on your Trip to South Korea!

  • 🇲🇽 Fernanda L. Negrete
Nothing feels more rewarding than being able to economize your trip. To which you might have been already saving money for years to make it happen. And sometimes, you still do not have spare…
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VISIT SEOUL Awards 2020, What is the most beloved tourist attractions in Seoul this year?

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The Seoul Metropolitan Government and Seoul Tourism Foundation (CEO Lee Jae-Sung) announce which Seoul attractions are most loved, according to their internet traffic data on VisitSeoul.net .…
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How Expensive Is South Korea? Learn Before You Book Your Visit

  • 🇰🇿 Manzura Tairova
Are you gearing up for a trip to Korea? Well, the very first question that you should ponder upon is “How expensive is Korea?”  Indeed, a very important question. To find the accurate answer…
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Practical Tips On How Foreigners Can Rent A Car In Korea

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Visiting a foreign country without any means of conveyance can make your entire tour a living hell. Since taxis will cost almost all of your tour budget, renting a car is always the wiser way…
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How to Enrol In National Health Insurance

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Are you living in Korea for longer than six months? Well, then you must learn about Korean health insurance for foreigners. The Korean National Healthcare Insurance Service (NHIS) program…
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4 Tips To Remember Before Buying K-Pop Concert Tickets

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If you are a K-pop fan and want to buy K-pop concert tickets, then you are on the right page! Our incredible guide to K-pop tickets will definitely help you in getting your hands on k-pop…
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Must-Visit Spots and Attractions in Seoul

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Seoul, a vibrant, incredible, and amazing capital city of South Korea that is, filled with a wide variety of tourist attractions. It offers many different types of attractions such as parks,…
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Best Hikes in Seoul

  • 🇺🇸 Margaret Butler
Korea’s reputation is saturated with K-pop, skincare products, K-drama, and delicious food, but few people talk about its gorgeous terrain. Korea’s landscape is a whopping 70%…
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20 Non-Spicy Foods That You Can Eat in Korea

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An exciting part of traveling to other country is to have a taste of their local cuisine. When you go to Korea, you will not be disappointed because it offers an awesome food experience in all…
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Conversion Guide for Clothing Size in Korea

  • 🇰🇿 Manzura Tairova
Everyone loves to shop, especially when you are in a foreign land. Taking a stroll around the mall, looking for clothes and shoes that fit you is fun until you are unable to understand…
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How to Enjoy while Surviving Winters in Korea?

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Winters in Korea can be too much to handle if you aren’t completely prepared for it. However, by following a few tips and tricks won’t only survive these winters but also enjoy them to the…
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