LeaDan Yee, M.Ed
LeaDan Yee holds a Master's in Education with a focus in Secondary Education and Teaching - Language Arts and Bachelor's in Psychology, with a minor in Speech. As a Cultural Liaison and Content Creator at South of Seoul, Ms. Yee focuses on creating content for families interested in traveling and those with toddlers. She is especially interested in opportunities to share her Native Hawaiian background and empower others to be cultural ambassadors. Prior to joining South of Seoul, LeaDan worked as a High School Speech Teacher and Adjunct Communications Professor. She specializes in Public Speaking, Argumentation and Debate, Team Management, and Event Planning.
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52 Pickup Family Edition, Korean Travel Itineraries: 52 Weeks of Fun, November in South Korea, October in South Korea, Outdoor Activities, SOS Seasonal Pyeongtaek Guide: Fall, Tips of Living Your Best Life
Autumn Leaves at Asan Gingko Tree Road
If you want to see the beauty of autumn in Korea, you must check out Asan Gingko Tree Road. It is easily one of Korea’s most photogenic walking roads and is located in the Asan-si countryside. About Asan-si Asan-si is located in the Chungcheongnam-do province of South Korea. The administrative district hosts a vibrant city and extensive rural areas. Situated approximately 90 kilometers south of Seoul, Asan-s is known for its rich cultural heritage, particularly its role in Korea’s history during the Joseon Dynasty. Asan-si contains various historical sites, such…
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Seongseong Lake Cafes and Restaurants (Cheonan)
For those who love lake walks, here’s an introduction to a developing area with many cafes and restaurants surrounding Eopseong area on the edge of Seongseong Lake in Cheonan. About Seongseong Lake This lake can be quite confusing to find due to the fact Naver Maps calls it Eopseong (업성) in English and Seongseong Lake (성성호) in Korean. This can cause confusion between English-speaking and Korean-speaking communities so it’s important to know both names may be used for the same area. Seongseong Lake is located in a more northing part…
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Best Character Cafes in Korea
Looking for the best character cafes in Korea? Then, we have you covered with this great list. Korean Cafe Culture is beyond compare, and these cafes (and restaurants) will provide incredible character drinks and experiences and great photo opportunities! So, if you are looking for Classic American characters like Charlie Brown, Anime, literary favorites, and more, then check out these wonderful character cafes in Korea! Where Fandom Meets Café Culture In South Korea, cafés are often more than just a place to grab coffee , they exist as a unique…
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52 Pickup Family Edition, Education, Gyeonggi-do Adventures, Korean Travel Itineraries: 52 Weeks of Fun, Outdoor Activities, Things to Do Across Korea
Yongin Korean Folk Village Itinerary
Korea has a plethora of folk villages where you can learn about Korean history during different eras. Take a day for this Yongin Korean Folk Village itinerary and enjoy all the expansive, family-friendly park has to offer. Also, this particularly itinerary happens all in one place! About Folk Villages In South Korea Korea has many different types of folk villages across the country. Folk villages provide a way for Korean citizens, residents, and tourists to learn more about Korean culture. Each folk village may focus on one particular historical time…
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Cafes and Bakeries, November in South Korea, October in South Korea, September in South Korea, SOS Seasonal Pyeongtaek Guide: Fall, Uncategorized
Best Autumn Cafes in South Korea
Looking for the best autumn cafes in South Korea? Well, you came to the right place. As an Admin for the Cafes in Korea Facebook, I’ve visited cafes across the country over the years. After all that time, the following cafes remain my favorite for fall colors in Korea. Click to jump to the list if you don’t have time for the rest of the information About Cafes in Korea It is estimated that Korea has over 70,000 cafes. Additionally, such cafes range from simple “grab and go” shops to…
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SOS Book Club Pick: Crying in H-Mart
Our first SOS Book Club recommendation is “Crying in H-Mart” by Michelle Zauner. The book will have you crying along with the author in no time. A must-read. About the South of Seoul Virtual Book Club Looking for book recommendations? Welcome to the South of Seoul book club. We recommend a book every month. Such recommended books explore topics like 1) South Korean history or culture, 2) the complexity of cross-cultural life, or 4) the exploration of life within the diaspora experience. Commitment to Accessibility South of Seoul volunteers take book accessibility…
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Top 10 Things to do in Asan-si
The top 10 Things To Do Asan-si include indoor and outdoor activities. Perfect for families, outdoor lovers, and culture lovers. About Asan- Si Asan Municipal City (Asan-si / 아산시) in South Chungcheong Province or Chungcheongnam-do, includes Onyang and Asan County. Asan is bordered by Pyeongtaek-si, to the North, Dangjin-si, in the North West, Yesan County, in the West, Cheonan-si, in the East, and Gongju, in the South. The area of Asan includes many farms, orchards, small mountains, and beautiful rural areas. It’s an excellent spot to visit epic cafes, relax…
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Top 5 Things to do in Daejeon
How to Get to Daejeon If you’re coming from Pyeongtaek or Camp Humphreys, this would be an easy one-hour or one-and-a-half-hour drive. Daejeon serves as a hub of transportation for major rail and road routes, and is approximately 50 minutes from the capital, Seoul, by KTX or SRT high-speed rail. About Daejeon Daejeon, located in the central region of South Korea along the Geum River, is known both for its technology and research institutions. Previously known as ‘big field,’ Daejeon is surrounded by several mountains, with Gyeryongsan National Park on…
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A Year In South Korea, ESL/EFL Educators Welcome Packet, International Student Welcome Packet, SOS Seasonal Guide: Spring, SOS Seasonal Pyeongtaek Guide: Fall, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Summer, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Winter, Tourist and Traveler Welcome Packet, USA Military Welcome Packet
How to Appreciate Korean Seasons
Wondering what to expect during Korea’s four seasons? Let’s take a look at what a year looks like living in Korea. Discover tips for how to appreciate Korean seasons for their own unique style. Korea’s ‘Four Seasons’ is Part of Small Talk Korean culture puts great importance on the 4 seasons. While living in South Korea, you may even hear about Korea’s four-season slightly more than feels comfortable. For example, many social conversations may begin with the question, “Do you know about Korea’s four seasons?” due to the fact it’s…
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6 Places to Stay in Pohang
Looking for places to stay in Pohang? Here are six I’d like to recommend for your next trip. About Pohang It’s always nice to begin by orienting to where Pohang is in Korea. If you already know where the city sits in relation to Busan you can skip straight to my recommendations. If not, let’s take a quick look. Pohang is a city and administrative district located in North Gyeongsang, on the South East coast of Korea. Pohang is divided into two smaller districts, or -gu, Bak-gu and Nam-gu. The…
