August in South Korea
Posts about life in Korea in August.
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National Liberation Day in Korea 광복절
Wondering about National Liberation Day (광복절 Gwangbokjeol) in Korea? Then, here is a quick overview of this holiday celebrating the country’s independence from Japanese colonial rule. The post includes information for those visiting South Korea and those living in the country wishing to make the holidays a part of their lives. About National Liberation Day 광복절 National Liberation Day (광복절 Gwangbokjeol) is a ‘red day’ or public holiday on the Korean calendar. A ‘red day’ means that salaried employees have a paid day off for National Liberation Day, a Korean public holiday celebrated on…
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Typhoon Preparedness in Korea
Worried about the typhoons that come through South Korea? Learn more about Typhoon preparedness in Korea and how international residents might want to prepare. Listen to the BlogCast Don’t want to read? Listen to the South of Seoul BlogCast which provides accessible content through the use of AI technology. We don’t have time to read each article but we do our best to make more of our content accessible. If you would like to join our Accessibility Team apply to volunteer with South of Seoul. Please note that the pronunciation of some Korean…
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A Year to Learn Korean Cooking: Bibimbap
Today let’s learn about cooking bibimbap 비빔밥 at home! Bibimbap is one of Korea’s most popular foods. It is a dish comprised of mixed vegetables, beef and rice. Depending upon your tastes, there are many ways to diversify this dish. About the South of Seoul “A Year to Learn Korean Cooking’ Series Many of us live in South Korea for only a year. However, the time flies past faster than we can imagine. At South of Seoul, we decided to create a simple series that will offer 2-4 dishes to…
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August in South Korea, Culture Shock Tips, Dining & Drinks, Education, July in South Korea, New Arrival Information, Pyeongtaek Restaurants, Restaurants and Bars, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Summer
Business Summer Vacations in Korea
Summer vacations are coming. Expect to feel frustrated when you first show up at your favorite spots and they are closed for summer vacation. It’s hard at first, but when you understand the cultural standards, the frustration gets easier. Let’s talk more about business summer vacations in South Korea so that you can go from upset to aware faster. About Business Summer Vacations in Korea Many family-owned businesses or small corporations take a summer vacation sometime between mid-July and the end of August. The timing coordinates with when kids are…
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August in South Korea, Gangwon-do Adventures, July in South Korea, June in South Korea, Kids and Family, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Summer
7 Best Gangwondo Water Parks
Looking to beat the heat this summer? Try the 7 Best Gangwondo water parks that will bring delight to your summer. Great with families and friends. About Gangwon-do Water Parks Many Gangwon-do ski resorts offer large water parks that help make their resorts a year-round destination. Some ski resort-affiliated water parks may only be open in the summer and others may be open year-round. Additionally, Gangwon-do has a few lovely smaller water parks near the east sea which are attached to resorts. What Does ‘Best’ Mean for this List? South…
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August in South Korea, Beaches, July in South Korea, June in South Korea, Kids and Family, Korean Travel & Adventure, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Summer, Tips of Living Your Best Life
20 Top Swimming Beaches in South Korea
Do you love the beach? Then grab your best summer or winter beach wear and visit the 20 Top Swimming Beaches in South Korea! About Beaches in South Korea Since Korea exists on a peninsula, we are surrounded by stunning beaches on three sides. On the west coast, Korea is known for long, shallow beaches which may have low or no waves. On the east coast, Korean beaches may have bigger waves, quick drop-off, and stunning turquoise waters. Whereas, in the south, Korean beaches may be rockier and offer pleasant…
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August in South Korea, Beaches, Gangwon-do Adventures, July in South Korea, June in South Korea, Korean Travel & Adventure
6 Best Gangneung Beaches
If you love long beaches with aqua water playing with the sand, you’ve found the city for you. Then, this list of 6 best Gangneung beaches offers a little something for everyone. About Gangneung Honestly, you can straight skip this part if you have read my other blogs on Gangneung. We always include a quick blurb about the location in our South of Seoul blogs. However, if you haven’t read the other posts, just keep reading. Gangneung sits on the edge of Gangwondo on the east coast of South Korea.…
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August in South Korea, July in South Korea, June in South Korea, Korean Travel & Adventure, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Summer
Best Romantic Getaway Pensions in Taean
Looking for the best romantic getaway pensions in Taean? Maybe you need a spot near Pyeongtaek for your anniversary? Here are some options that I love. If you need help booking pensions you can always use one of Korea’s bi-lingual concierge services. If you have an FRC (foreign registration card) you may also book these locations using NAVER, Yanolja, or 여기어때. My Inspiration for Exploring the Romantic West Coast Pensions In “Mer” my favorite Korean pop song by “Hyukoh”, the opening verse says: “Floating, her wordsMelted, she saidI long for…
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August in South Korea, Beaches, Chungcheongnam-do Adventures, July in South Korea, Korean Travel & Adventure, Korean Travel Itineraries: 52 Weeks of Fun
Our Best Mallipo Beach Day Itinerary
The best Mallipo beach day itinerary. Perfect for folks living in Pyeongtaek. Don't forget to enjoy the beach this summer.
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August in South Korea, Beaches, Chungcheongnam-do Adventures, July in South Korea, Korean Travel & Adventure, Outdoor Activities
What You Should Know About Mallipo Beach
What to know more about Mallipo Beach? The blog article takes a deep dive into visiting one of South Korea’s best west coast beaches. About Swimming Season in Korea The official ‘Swimming Season’ in South Korea is from about mid-July to sometime in August. Swimming Season is when beaches are at their height of popularity. Popular and rural Korean beaches are filled with visitors, lifeguards, public showers, activities, and all the businesses are open and supporting visitors. It’s beach party time. During ‘Swimming Season’ your activities will be restricted to…
