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52 Pickup Family Edition, Korean Travel Itineraries: 52 Weeks of Fun, November in South Korea, October in South Korea, Outdoor Activities, SOS Seasonal Pyeongtaek Guide: Fall, Tips of Living Your Best Life
Autumn Leaves at Asan Gingko Tree Road
If you want to see the beauty of autumn in Korea, you must check out Asan Gingko Tree Road. It is easily one of Korea’s most photogenic walking roads and is located in the Asan-si countryside. About Asan-si Asan-si is located in the Chungcheongnam-do province of South Korea. The administrative district hosts a vibrant city and extensive rural areas. Situated approximately 90 kilometers south of Seoul, Asan-s is known for its rich cultural heritage, particularly its role in Korea’s history during the Joseon Dynasty. Asan-si contains various historical sites, such…
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Best Character Cafes in Korea
Looking for the best character cafes in Korea? Then, we have you covered with this great list. Korean Cafe Culture is beyond compare, and these cafes (and restaurants) will provide incredible character drinks and experiences and great photo opportunities! So, if you are looking for Classic American characters like Charlie Brown, Anime, literary favorites, and more, then check out these wonderful character cafes in Korea! Where Fandom Meets Café Culture In South Korea, cafés are often more than just a place to grab coffee , they exist as a unique…
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Opening a Bank Account in South Korea
Looking to open a bank account in South Korea as an international resident? Here is what you need to know. If you are US military, please read this blog instead. About Banking In Korea Like banking systems around the world, Korean banking is designed for the people of South Korea and Korean social systems. Much like the United States does not allow foreign nationals to freely open bank accounts free of all restrictions, South Korea also has banking requirements for international residents. This blog post will talk about some (but not…
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10 Top Things to Do in Yongin
Looking for the top things to do in Yongin? Jump straight to the list or take your time and learn more about Yongin and navigating Korean life in more rural areas. About Yongin Yongin sits next to Suwon and just south of Seoul in the Gyeonngi-do. Since Yongin is one of the larger cities in Gyeonngido by landmass, the city even extends down to connect with Pyeongtaek on the northeastern cover of Pyeontaek-si. Yongin feels both like a city or the countryside depending on where you live. Due to its…
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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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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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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…
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Korean Craft Beer and Brewery Adventures
The Korean Craft Beer and Brewery Adventure Map takes you on adventures across South Korea from Seoul to Jeju-do. So, you can explore 30 of South Korea’s best local beer and brewery locations. About the Adventure Maps South of Seoul creates three Adventure Maps each year. The first Adventure Map released for 2022 was the Korean Craft Beer and Breweries Adventure Map in partnership with Osan Craft Beer Club and Pyeongtaek Craft Beer Society based out of Pyeongtaek, South Korea. These two groups: Printed on Canvas in Case of Spills…
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Top 5 Things to do in Daejeon
How to Get to Daejeon If you’re coming from Pyeongtaek or Camp Humphreys, this would be an easy one-hour or one-and-a-half-hour drive. Daejeon serves as a hub of transportation for major rail and road routes, and is approximately 50 minutes from the capital, Seoul, by KTX or SRT high-speed rail. About Daejeon Daejeon, located in the central region of South Korea along the Geum River, is known both for its technology and research institutions. Previously known as ‘big field,’ Daejeon is surrounded by several mountains, with Gyeryongsan National Park on…
