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Beer Me – Korea Edition

Clint R — Tue, 02 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000

We’ve been pleasantly surprised with the craft beer scene in several countries throughout Asia, but after all our sampling would have to say Korea’s is the best. There is a wide selection of “domestic” type beers in Korea – Cass, Hite, Kloud – available at convenience stores and pretty much every restaurant/bar. These are all […]

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Spectacular Panoramic City Views at the N. Seoul Tower

Clint R — Sun, 30 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000

While exploring the massive city of Seoul, you’ll likely notice a conspicuous tower visible in the distance wherever you go. This is the YTN Seoul Tower (a.k.a. Seoul Tower, a.k.a. Namsan Tower), a 236m (775ft) tall communication and observation tower right in the center of the city. The tower is actually the second highest point […]

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Culinary Explorations of Korea

Clint R — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Korea is a paradise for the adventurous eater, with an amazing variety of dishes you’re aware of, many you aren’t, and local takes on food from around the world. You can also enjoy everything from fine dining with set meals to amazing street food, all of it high quality (even though you may not know […]

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Bukhansen National Park – Nature on the Edge of the Big City

Clint R — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Hiking is a very popular pastime in Korea, with many amazing parks full of hiking trails easily accessible throughout the country. One such example is Bukhansen National Park, located on the north side of Seoul. The park is centered around 3 mountain peaks – Baekundae, (836.5m), Insubong, (810.5m) and Mangnyeongdae, (799.5m) – and is full […]

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Temples of Busan – Seokbulsa and Haedong Yonggungsa

Clint R — Sat, 22 Apr 2023 13:00:00 +0000

While today’s Korea is largely non-religious and contains a fairly large portion of Christians, Buddhism remains one of the most-practiced religious faiths and has historically been dominant. As a result of this history, long-established and well-known Buddhist temples of all sizes can be found throughout the country – if you’re willing to make the trip. […]

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“Korean Santorini” – The Picturesque Gamcheon Culture Village in Busan

Clint R — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000

One of Busan’s most famous neighborhoods – and one that should be on every visitor’s checklist – is the Gamcheon Culture Village. Located nearby – yet secluded from – Busan’s main port, the neighborhood was established during the 1920’s as a place for laborers to live. As the area grew, poverty increased. However, since 2009 […]

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Banchan – You Get Free Sides With Every Meal in Korea

Clint R — Tue, 18 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Often, the most pleasantly surprising cultural discoveries involve receiving free food. We first had this experience with tapas in Spain, but were not prepared for the idea of Banchan in Korea. For the unaware (and those who didn’t click the Wikipedia link above), Banchan are basically free side dishes served with every meal in Korea. […]

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Igidae Coastal Trail – The Best Hike in Busan

Clint R — Sat, 15 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Despite its population of 3.5+ million, it is surprisingly easy to find nature in Busan. Case in point is the Igidae Coastal Trail, easily reachable by several bus/metro lines. The trail follows a 4.7km (3 mile) path along the rugged coastline, with stairs (so, so many stairs) tracing up and down the cliff sides. Along […]

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Wandering in Seoul – Korean National Museum and Forest Park

Clint R — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Seoul is an absolutely massive city, covering over 12,500 sq. km (4,800 sq. mi.) and home to 26 million people – half the total population of South Korea. The city is the 4th largest in the world, and it is jam packed with vibrant and interesting places to explore. Additionally, the city is home to […]

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The Palaces of Seoul, Korea

Clint R — Mon, 10 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000

The Korean peninsula has a vast and extensive history, tracing as far back as 4000 BC. They have been conquerors and colonized multiple times over, with countless empires rising and falling leading into the modern era. While historical places can be found throughout the country, Seoul is a prominent center for landmark palaces reflecting several […]

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