Overview of June in Korea
Want to know about life in Korea during June? Below is a quick overview of things you need to know along with links to additional information. South of Seoul June…
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.…
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…
Memorial Day in Korea 현충일
Wondering about Korean Memorial Day (현충일 Hyunchungil) in Korea? Have a quick look at this national holiday observed on June 6th. The following post doesn't just explain the holiday meaning,…
A Year to Learn Korean Cooking: Samgyetang
One of the things we love most about living in Korea is discovering traditions that seem a little surprising at first. Eating a steaming bowl of chicken soup on one…
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…
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 Mallipo…
5 East Coast Beaches to Try
Visiting these 5 beaches in Gangwon-do will cause you to develop an East Sea addiction. Go as soon as you can. Pack up the car, or buy those tickets, and…
5 Taean Beaches for Summer
If you love the beach life even when it's not Hawaii, you will LOVE Korea. Taean-gun is filled with fun beaches for exploring. You don't want to miss out on…
5 Water Parks to Cut the Heat this Summer
Traveling across South Korea this summer? Here are 5 water parks to cut the heat this summer. Updated: July 2022 About Summer in Korea Summer is just around the corner…