SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Winter
December, January, February, March
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December in South Korea, February in South Korea, Holidays In Korea, January in South Korea, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Winter
Holiday Lights in Pyeongtaek
What should I expect from the Pyeongtaek holiday lights display? Every year Pyeongtaek sets up a series of free holiday light displays that last from December through March. The holiday lights installations are different each year and feature an eclectic display of imagery that makes winter a little more delightful. Since Christmas is considered a romantic holiday in Korea, the lights are often themed toward romance rather than the standard Christian or Santa themed lights seen in Western countries. Every display in each part of Pyeongtaek will be different. Each…
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Culture & Community, December in South Korea, Education, Holidays In Korea, Kids and Family, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Winter
Christmas In Pyeongtaek
Additional Article(s) You May Find Useful: 3 New Year(s) Options in Pyeongtaek Every December in the South of Seoul group (Pyeongtaek Food & Fun) new arrivals ask about Christmas experiences they can have in the area. Every year we think, “We should write a blog about that”. Well, this year we’re finally writing one! So, grab a hot cup of cocoa, put on your favorite Christmas carols, curl up on your couch with a cozy blanket and prepare to be disappointed. Yes, you read that right. Maybe add some booze to…
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Culture & Community, December in South Korea, Fun & Entertainment, Holidays In Korea, Indoor Activities, Kids and Family, Outdoor Activities, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Winter
3 New Year(s) Options in Pyeongtaek
Just like Christmas and all the other holidays, New Years is celebrated a little differently in Pyeongtaek than what you might be used to. Whereas you might stay up until midnight to celebrate the New Year, in South Korea it’s all about waking up early (or staying up all night) and welcoming in the sunrise on the first day of the year. 1. Pyeongtaek Lake Sunrise Celebration (2019 평택호 해맞이 행사) If you would like to join a local cultural experience that isn’t promoted to foreigners at all, this is…
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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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December in South Korea, Dining & Drinks, February in South Korea, January in South Korea, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Winter
5 Best Spicy Korean Stews/Soups For Winter
Are you looking for the best spicy Korean stews/soups to keep you warm all winter long? Whether you want to eat out or make it at home, we have you covered. Spicy Korean Stews/Soups for Winter Winter is coming and when it does you are going to be thanking us for this post. When the temperature drops and your butt freezes, there are five Korean stews/soups we recommend to chase the blues away. They are spicy, ass kicking soups that make you feel like you are being hugged by an…
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December in South Korea, February in South Korea, Fun & Entertainment, Gangwon-do Adventures, January in South Korea, Outdoor Activities, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Winter, Tourist and Traveler Welcome Packet, Winter Sports
7 Best Ski Resorts in Gangwon-do
About Skiing in Gangwon-do Gangwondo has a variety of resorts and offers the best skiing and snowboarding in South Korea. Gangwon-do takes up the northeastern part of South Korea. Mountains cover the vast majority of Gangwon-do. If you love skiing or snowboarding, you will love a day on the slopes of the ski resorts included in this blog post . As always, you can find such resorts in the South of Seoul app which can be downloaded from Google Play or the Apple App Store. Gangwon-do hosted the 2018 winter…
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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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December in South Korea, February in South Korea, Fun & Entertainment, Gyeonggi-do Adventures, January in South Korea, Outdoor Activities, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Winter, Winter Sports
Want to ski at midnight? Head to Jisan Forest!
You can ski at midnight at Jisan Forest near Seoul and Pyeongtaek. A fun spot to blow off some steam after work if you don’t mind dodging the people. About Jisan Forest Ski Resort It’s not the highest, the largest, or the best ski resort in South Korea, but Jisan Forest Resort has its perks. It boasts seven small runs suited for beginners and is perfect for those wanting to hone their skills. It’s an easy drive and with tickets sold in chunks of a few hours, and late-night offerings…
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December in South Korea, February in South Korea, Fun & Entertainment, Gangwon-do Adventures, January in South Korea, Outdoor Activities, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Winter, Winter Sports
High1 Resort Offers Some of the Best Skiing in South Korea
Have you been looking for a spot to ski this winter? In my opinion, High1 Resort offers some of the best skiing in South Korea. About High1 Resort High1 is located in Gangwon-do, South Korea. The resort opened in 2006 in order to bring additional revenue to the declining mining towns of Gohan and Sabuk. High1 remains one of the largest ski resorts in South Korea. The ski slopes reach three different “mountain tops” with peak elevation being 4,514 ft above sea level. The slopes offer excellent skiing for beginner to…
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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…
