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Culture & Community, ESL/EFL Educators Welcome Packet, Fun & Entertainment, International Student Welcome Packet, USA Military Welcome Packet
Hobbies for Making Friends in Korea
Recently we posted Tips for Making Friends in Korea and we mentioned embracing your hobbies. Of course, that’s easier said than done. You’ve moved to a new country and language limitations may make accessing your hobby difficult. I want to help make it easier by connecting you with groups in Korea where you can search for connections. About the Following Hobby List Koreans absolutely love indulging in hobbies. The country is filled with clubs, academies, and groups for just about any hobby you can think of. Additionally, if you join…
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Culture & Community, ESL/EFL Educators Welcome Packet, International Student Welcome Packet, New Arrival Information, USA Military Welcome Packet
Guide for Making More Friends in Korea
Have you recently moved to Korea for work or school, and are you looking to build your community? Here are some of my personal tips for making friends in South Korea. Hold onto your hats because this isn’t short, but it may be helpful. 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…
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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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Culture Shock Tips, Dining & Drinks, Education, Pyeongtaek Restaurants, Restaurants and Bars, Seoul Dining & Drinks
Restaurant Break Times in Korea
Don’t get surprised by restaurant break times in Korea! Restaurants across the country provide their workers with time to rest between lunch and dinner. This is a very healthy habit for taking care of front-line workers but inconvenient for customers who don’t know it exists. Let’s talk about how break times may impact you and how to overcome the struggle. Common Restaurant Breaktimes Many restaurants have a break time between 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm. We have found 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm to be a common break time in…
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4 Day Gangwondo Itinerary (Custom)
Looking for a fun and exciting adventure in Gangwondo, then this 4-Day Gangwondo Itinerary is for you! 4-Day Gangwondo Itinerary Welcome Welcome to your Gangwon-do adventure travel itinerary. This itinerary has been designed to consider: 1) limit extensive drive times 2) allow for independent and group activities 3) maximize adventure 4) provide flexibility 5) access to Korean culture Gas Stations South Korea has two primary types of fueling stations: Traditional gas stations color code the fuel types and offer the following choices: Both self-service and full-service gas stations exist in…
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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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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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Dining & Drinks, Gyeonggi-do, Living in Pyeongtaek-si, Pyeongtaek Restaurants, Restaurants and Bars, Sinjang-dong, Pyeongtaek, Tips of Living Your Best Life
Pasta Near Osan Air Base
Have you been looking for the best pasta near Osan Air Force Base? Then, here are the five spots that international residents often vote for in the Pyeongtaek Food & Fun poll from this area each year. Where is Osan Air Base? Feel free to skip this section if you live in the Osan Air Base area or know about the area. Osan Air Base is a US Air Force Base located in Singjang-dong, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. The area may also be called Songtan by both international residents and…
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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…
