The restrictions on travel to Korea are finally easing up and although I was just a couple weeks shy of taking advantage of the upcoming changes, I’m here in Gwangju and nearly finished serving my time in quarantine. I felt that a visit to my family was well deserved after the craziness of 2020 and…
A public address system that was piped into my hotel room reminded me every day that if I violate the quarantine orders, I would be arrested and deported. I never dreamed I’d be spending my birthday quarantined in a Covid Hotel, but that’s what happened after I flew to Korea on October 17th from my hometown…
11 pieces of advice for first time travelers to Korea. Growing up as a Korean American in Minnesota, you would be safe to presume that I’m not all that Korean. So when my mom asked me if I wanted to apply to attend a summer camp in Korea at the end of my senior year…
“Seoul is ‘beyond’ – on the leading edge of technology, music, fashion, cosmetics, and food – it’s THE spot guaranteed to entertain even the most discriminating of adolescents.” If your family contains one or more opinionated teenagers, the South Korean capital of Seoul might be the perfect destination to appease the most discerning members of…
Whether you’re a first timer or a Korean street food pro, you’ve got to check out these awesome tours led by adventurous food lovers who know how to eat!! Guangjang Market A fabulous beginner’s tour of Guangjang Market by Luke Martin of Chopsticktravel.com Namdaemun Next up is a great tour of Seoul’s Namdaemun Market by…
While a trip to Seoul might feel like a distant dream from your quarantine quarters, you can count on influencer Amanda Lee to share her fabulous trip to inspire you right from the comfort of your living room sectional. From BTS to K food heaven, Amanda gives us all the highlights. Remember that the time…