July in South Korea
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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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Constitution Day in Korea 제헌절
Wondering about Constitution Day 제헌절 in Korea? Then, here is a quick overview of this holiday celebrating the proclamation of the constitution for Korea. The following post doesn’t just explain the holiday meaning, it also provides insight into how the holiday may be celebrated and how you can incorporate the holiday into your life as an ex-pats living in South Korea. About Constitution Day 제헌절 Constitution Day 제헌절 is a national holiday but it is NOT a ‘red day’ or public holiday on the Korean calendar. A ‘red day’ means that salaried…
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Preparing for Heat Waves in Korea
Have you seen Korean heat wave advisories on your phone or in the media? Heat waves should be taken as seriously as typhoons and monsoons while living in South Korea. Let’s talk about what why heat waves are a serious topic in Korea and how you can be prepared to live your best life and stay safe. 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…
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Understanding Monsoon Season (Jangma) in South Korea
Jangma can be both a lovely and dangerous time in South Korea. Make sure you understand monsoon season and prepare for the rains.
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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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The Danger of Rivers in Korean Monsoon Season
Do you LOVE playing in the rivers in Korea like I do? When I see a river, I’m ready to jump in immediately. However, there are some actual life-or-death factors we all need to consider during monsoon season. Please take a moment to read about Korean rivers and the danger during heavy rains. 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…
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A Year to Learn Korean Cooking: Kalguksu
Today let’s learn about cooking kalguksu 칼국수 at home! This homemade noodle soup is famous during the hot and humid summer months. Depending upon your tastes, there are many ways to diversify this soup to your liking. 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 learn each month…
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Samgyetang Restaurants in Pyeongtaek
Are you looking for the best samgyetang restaurants in the Pyeongtaek area? Then, here are nine spots where you can find ginseng chicken soup to fill your bellies and beat the heat. Where is Pyeongtaek? Feel free to skip this section if you live in Pyeongtaek or know about the area. Pyeongtaek-si is located in the southern portion of the Gyeonggi-do province. This large city includes both US military installations, Camp Humphreys and Osan Air Base. The samgyetang restaurant recommendations provided exist within the city of Pyeongtaek. In this blog…
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River/Lake Water Parks Across South Korea
Looking to spend some time exploring River/Lake Water Parks Across South Korea? We have the perfect list of these hard-to-find locations. What is a river/lake water park like in South Korea? South Korea loves to put up seasonal, summer play areas in the wide, deep-flowing rivers. Such water parks (also known as water playgrounds) may have such things as bouncy obstacle courses sure to dump you into the cool waters, water skiing, wakeboarding, kayaks, stand-up paddle (SUP) boarding, and more! These are the ultimate outdoor play areas for water activity…
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Pyeongtaek Summer Splash Pads
Public Pyeongtaek splash pads usually open in July and August. Keep reading to learn more about splash pads including locations and rules! Updated: July 2022 Splash Pads in South Korea Many cities and private malls across South Korea have invested in splash pads to help families beat the summer heat. Splash pads are often free to use and very popular with community families. Splash Pad Seasonal Operation Hours The splash park schedules may vary depending on if they are city or privately owned: City-run splash pads often run on a…
