December in South Korea
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3 New Year(s) Options in Pyeongtaek
Just like Christmas and all the other holidays, New Years is celebrated a little differently in Pyeongtaek than what you might be used to. Whereas you might stay up until midnight to celebrate the New Year, in South Korea it’s all about waking up early (or staying up all night) and welcoming in the sunrise on the first day of the year. 1. Pyeongtaek Lake Sunrise Celebration (2019 평택호 해맞이 행사) If you would like to join a local cultural experience that isn’t promoted to foreigners at all, this is…
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December in South Korea, Dining & Drinks, February in South Korea, January in South Korea, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Winter
Glühweine in Korea
What is Glühweine? Glühwein, mulled wine, vin chaud, or spiced wine is an alcoholic drink made with red wine and mulled spices, which is often served at Christmas Markets. While it is usually made with red wine, I wouldn’t be too surprised to find mulled craft beer in Korea since Korea’s craft beers are its own art form. I haven’t found a mulled beer here yet, but I’ll keep looking. Our Relationship with Glühweine My husband lived in Heidelberg for 6 years before we met. During this time, his parents…
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Dragon Valley Hotel and Yongpong Ski Resort Weekend Itinerary for Lazy People
To clarify, we are the lazy people in question. Hopefully, our laziness helps others follow in our footsteps. Here is our favorite Yongpong ski resort itinerary. About this Weekend Itinerary Recently we took a ‘housemates trip’ to Gangwon-do in order to get back into snowboarding after two of us had to take a few years off due to injuries. That means this ski trip itinerary was tested by intermediate snowboarders of varying levels of physical functionality. We were terrified the trip would end in disaster (more injuries) but nothing like…
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7 Best Ski Resorts in Gangwon-do
About Skiing in Gangwon-do Gangwondo has a variety of resorts and offers the best skiing and snowboarding in South Korea. Gangwon-do takes up the northeastern part of South Korea. Mountains cover the vast majority of Gangwon-do. If you love skiing or snowboarding, you will love a day on the slopes of the ski resorts included in this blog post . As always, you can find such resorts in the South of Seoul app which can be downloaded from Google Play or the Apple App Store. Gangwon-do hosted the 2018 winter…
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Want to ski at midnight? Head to Jisan Forest!
You can ski at midnight at Jisan Forest near Seoul and Pyeongtaek. A fun spot to blow off some steam after work if you don’t mind dodging the people. About Jisan Forest Ski Resort It’s not the highest, the largest, or the best ski resort in South Korea, but Jisan Forest Resort has its perks. It boasts seven small runs suited for beginners and is perfect for those wanting to hone their skills. It’s an easy drive and with tickets sold in chunks of a few hours, and late-night offerings…
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December in South Korea, February in South Korea, Fun & Entertainment, Gangwon-do Adventures, January in South Korea, Outdoor Activities, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Winter, Winter Sports
High1 Resort Offers Some of the Best Skiing in South Korea
Have you been looking for a spot to ski this winter? In my opinion, High1 Resort offers some of the best skiing in South Korea. About High1 Resort High1 is located in Gangwon-do, South Korea. The resort opened in 2006 in order to bring additional revenue to the declining mining towns of Gohan and Sabuk. High1 remains one of the largest ski resorts in South Korea. The ski slopes reach three different “mountain tops” with peak elevation being 4,514 ft above sea level. The slopes offer excellent skiing for beginner to…
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Off-Season in Gangwon-do: Fall or Spring A Perfect Time to Visit
Gangwon-do is perfect place to travel in the off-season! You won’t regret it! A few recommendations from a toddler mom and coffee fiend. A Wonderful Family Off-Season Trip to Gangwon-do So far, we’ve driven to both the West and East Coasts in Korea. If you don’t want to follow the crowd to Busan or Jeju, you can still have an amazing outdoor experience if you drive East. In fact, Gangneung prides itself on having hosted the 2018 Olympic Games and you’ll see many references to that experience along the way. …
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5 NOT Spicy Korean Soups for Winter
Are you craving a delicious NOT spicy Korean soup? Look no further, here is our list of 5 NOT spicy Korean soups for you to enjoy this winter or year-round! Korean Soups Are Not All Spicy Although the spicy soups get a lot of attention, there are NOT spicy Korean soups to be found. In fact, not all the food in South Korea has the spice cranked up to 11. The truth is, there are many Korean dishes and restaurants where the only spicy food on the table is kimchi.…
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5 Best Spicy Korean Stews/Soups For Winter
Are you looking for the best spicy Korean stews/soups to keep you warm all winter long? Whether you want to eat out or make it at home, we have you covered. Spicy Korean Stews/Soups for Winter Winter is coming and when it does you are going to be thanking us for this post. When the temperature drops and your butt freezes, there are five Korean stews/soups we recommend to chase the blues away. They are spicy, ass kicking soups that make you feel like you are being hugged by an…
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December in South Korea, February in South Korea, Indoor Activities, January in South Korea, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Winter, Tips of Living Your Best Life
Winter Activities Near Pyeongtaek
Who needs some winter activities for getting out of the house? We have a while list for those living near Pyeongtaek, South Korea. If you don’t life near Pyeongtaek, these ideas can also provide inspiration for your area. About Korean Winters If you come from a warm climate, you may find Korean winters on the chilly side. If you come from a northern climate, you may find Korean winters on the mild side depending on what part of Korea you live in. Since Korea is a long country that runs…
