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Korean’s Fun ‘Love Holidays’: Diary Day January 14th
About Special Love Holidays Every month of the year contains a Korean “holiday” that falls on the 14th. The first thing you need to know about the love holidays that fall on the 14th of every month is that not everyone cares. These holidays are for fun to celebrate both being in love or single. Not every person in South Korea or of Korean descent cares about such social love holidays. In fact, not every Korean has even heard of all these love holidays. The reason that not everyone cares…
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Culture & Community, Education, Medical & Health, Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health Resources, Physical & Mental Wellness, Public Health
SOS Public Health and Utah Asia Campus Collaboration: Mental Health Week
A Need for Mental Health Campaigns on University Campuses If you attended a college or university, you may understand the mental health struggles that students face. Factors such as academic/social/financial stress, uncertainty about the future, and lack of sleep contribute to increased mental health challenges among students. Throw in a dash of COVID and a sprinkle of language and cultural barrier to the mix, and stress increases exponentially, especially for students studying abroad. Students who experience high stress are prone to developing depression, anxiety, and eating disorders among other mental…
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February in South Korea, Gyeonggi-do Adventures, January in South Korea, Outdoor Activities, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Winter, Winter Sports
3 Gyeonggi-do Ski Resorts
About Skiing in Gyeonggi-do Let’s be honest. The ski slopes in Gyeonggi-do are not spectacular for many reasons, such as they use mostly fake snow, there are tons of people, the runs are short, and tons of other things that skiing purists will rant about. However, if you love skiing and being outside, none of that really matters. You can have fun at any slope because you just love being outside. The world is a dynamic place and not every country has access to every climate and sometimes it’s great…
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February in South Korea, January in South Korea, Outdoor Activities, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Winter
Back-country Skiing in South Korea
Back-country skiing isn’t easy to find, but it does exist in South Korea. About Back-country Skiing in South Korea You will not find a great deal of powder skiing or backcountry skiing in South Korea. It’s theoretically possible, but not accessible to the common man. In fact, it’s generally on the islands and not the mainland. If you are hell-bent on this type of skiing, the one place we know if that you can find it during very specific times of year is Ulleungdo Island, Jeju, and a few other…
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February in South Korea, January in South Korea, Kids and Family, Outdoor Activities, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Winter
Sledding in South Korea
Grab the kids or a group of friends and hit Korea’s sledding hills! It’s time to put on some cold weather gear and go have some slippery, slidey fun in the (often man-made) snow. About Sledding in South Korea Sledding is the perfect winter fun for families. Parents and kids can have a blast sliding down the slopes, enjoying the crisp winter air, and making memories. That’s why it is a popular seasonal, family activity in South Korea. Big and small, seasonal, groomed sledding parks dot the country. In fact,…
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February in South Korea, Holidays In Korea, January in South Korea, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Winter
Lunar New Year in South Korea
Wondering what it’s like to celebrate Lunar New Year while living in South Korea? Here is a practical breakdown about the holiday. About the Lunar Calendar The Lunar calendar is based on the phases of the moon which means that each Lunar year is about 12.37 months. This means that it does not track with the 12-month Gregorian calendar. Many different religions and cultures still use the Lunar Calendar for holidays, birthdays, and events. Korea uses a mix of the Gregorian and Lunar Calendar within the Korean culture. About the…
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52 Pickup Family Edition, Korean Travel & Adventure, Korean Travel Itineraries: 52 Weeks of Fun, November in South Korea
Family Itinerary for Danyang Korea
Danyang is a county in North Chungcheong Province, known for the Namhan River which is about 15-miles long, and garlic-infused dishes which you must try while visiting Danyang. If you’re traveling from Camp Humphreys or Pyeongtaek, this is an easy vacation destination since it’s only a 2-hr drive away. As I have said in previous Taean blogs, if you’re traveling with kids, these 2 hr drives aren’t as challenging for our little ones. If you pack a couple of snacks, then you won’t even need to go to a rest…
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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…
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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…
