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    Shinsagae Department Store in Cheonan

    April 14, 2022 /

    Learn more about the Shinsagae Department Store in Cheonan. Lots of shopping, restaurants, family fun, and art in one spot. About Shinsagae Department Store & Mall in Cheonan Shinsegae in Cheonan is a department store attached to a mall. The department store includes many moderate to high-end clothing and home goods departments. The mall includes such things as H&M, E-Mart, a bookstore, a food court, a movie theater, and an outdoor sculpture park and art gallery. Additionally, the area around Shinsagae Department Store Shinsagae Cheonan Hours Department store and mall…

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    LeaDan Yee, M.Ed

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    Introduction to the National Sejong Arboretum

    April 7, 2022 /

    This introduction to the National Sejong Arboretum will have you headed out the door! Grab the kids for the perfect adventure in a beautifully relaxed area of South Korea. About the National Sejong Arboretum National Sejong Arboretum is one of Korea’s three national arboretums and it is located in Sejong City, named after the fourth king in the Joseon Dynasty and creator of Hangeul, the Korean Alphabet. Surrounded by two provinces, Chungcheongnam-do and Chungcheongbuk-do, as well as the city of Daejeon, Sejong was designed as a “smart city” and a…

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    Sunday Brunch in Bijeon-dong Itinerary

    April 4, 2022 /
    Brunch food at TAB.C in Pyeongtaek

    Have you ever wondered what the perfect Sunday brunch in Bijeon-dong, Pyeongtaek looks like? Well, follow along with us as we spend the perfect day falling in love with our city all over again. About Bijeon-dong (비전동) Pyeongaek-si Bijeon-dong is located in Pyeongtaek-si, South Korea. The neighborhood includes part of the popular area known as Sosabeol. Bijeon-dong has both older and newer areas to explore. Parking in Bijeon-dong often comes with complications. Plan on paying for parking if you come from outside of the area. Parking may cost around 3,000…

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    Seosan Birdland Family Itinerary

    March 28, 2022 /

    Looking for a fun family itinerary day in Seosan, South Korea near Pyeongtaek-si? This area is beautiful, family-friendly, and fun.

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    Yeongingsan (Mountain) Arboretum Itinerary

    February 9, 2022 /
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    Looking for an easy hiking day trip as a family or a relaxing hike for a date? With plenty of parking and very little traffic, you will find this day trip to Yeonginsan Natural Recreational Forest a relaxing way to escape from your routine. About Yeonginsan Natural Recreational Forest Yeonginsan Natural Recreational Forest is a great location for outdoor exercise at any time of year. Perfect for times when you need to socially distance and avoid indoor locations. The hikes are also family-friendly, as is often the case in Korea.…

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    Detailed Information Regarding the Korean Expressway and HiPass System

    January 7, 2022 /

    Unfamiliar with the Korean expressway and HiPass system? We’ve got your covered. Making the most of your stay in Korea means taking advantage of every opportunity to travel.  For most trips that are over 2 hours away, OR when driving into Seoul, you may encounter at least one toll along the way. Setting up a HiPass system can make such trips less stressful and save you money. Here is what you need to know. About Korean Expressways Korean expressways are toll roads that crisscross South Korea. Korean Expressway Corporation manages the…

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    Case Study: How Federal COVID-19 Policy May Relate to Local COVID-19 Procedures

    December 28, 2021 /

    South of Seoul takes a deep dive into the South Korean government systems and uses a case study based on recent research surrounding issues experienced within the US Military community. The following information is sourced from Korean government civics classes, interviews with 1339, interviews with the Ministry of Foreign affairs, and personal interviews with US Military personnel regarding their experiences. About COVID-19 Procedures Across Korea Interpretation Federal policy and implementation of procedures related to Korean Federal COVID-19 policy vary across South Korea. Such variations in local policy and procedures may…

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    Winter Activities Near Pyeongtaek

    November 15, 2021 /

    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…

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    Beer Highlight by PCBS: Jin Lager

    October 23, 2021 /

    About Gorilla Brewing Company The Gorilla Brewing Company, in collaboration with Werk Coffee Roasters, created this highly unique beer. Both companies are based out of Busan and create unique blends of beer and coffee, respectively. Somehow both came together and had a baby. A Baby Sour that is! Tasting Notes for Baby Sour This coffee sour beer has a light amber and hazy appearance and smells strongly of coffee grinds. The first sip catches you by surprise. I expected to taste coffee based on the aroma, but instead, it was…

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    7 Cool Muhly Grass Photo Ops Near Pyeongtaek

    September 23, 2021 /

    This muhly grass in Pyeongtaek blog post started as a list of 5 and quickly grew to a list of 7! You will find plenty of muhly grass photo spots close to Osan Air Force Base or Camp Humphreys. We look forward to seeing your photos on Instagram of these muhly grass photo ops near Pyeongtaek. About muhly grass in South Korea Native to North America, muhly grass originates in Florida. Since Instagram became a craze in South Korea, many locations have planted this popular pink to attract folks looking…

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