Hiking in South Korea

Hiking Bukhansan, Baekundae Peak near Seoul

Bukhansan is the mountain range with the highest peak near Seoul. We have seen the top looming over the city for three months and finally decided to conquer it. First off to get there it was already...

Weekend in Jeonju

On Friday my friends and I decided to depart on a two-day one night trip to the southern city of Jeonju. We left on an express bus at about 7 am and arrived at about 11:20. Sadly I had a...

10 Things to Know Before Traveling in Seoul, Korea

Hi! I am Sohyun, local Korean, also travel guide. If you're travelling to Seoul, Korea for the first time, here are 10 things you need to know. Yes, I know it might be unnecessary, but please feel...

Museum of Korean Stone Art

Today I decided to go to a special museum in the north of Seongbuk-gu. The Korean Stone Art Museum is the perfect calming get away from the city, while also having an amazing view! I took a small...

Traveling Outside of Seoul: Nami Island and Hwaseong Fortress

I have always lived in a smaller city and NEVER had to use public transportation. In Korea where so many people go far places all the time. During the fall I took three small trips outside of Seoul...

Food in South Korea!

Yes, let us talk about my favorite topic. Food in Korea is very very reasonable! Recently I have spent about $5 per dinner if I am being conservative. There are many places that serve western food...