Korean Travel & Adventure
Traveling across South Korea is safe and enjoyable. However, there isn't always a substantial amount of information available in English online. Check out these blogs by South of Seoul about traveling throughout the Korean mainland and islands. Get inspired to go more places and do more things!
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Suwon Lake
Whenever I can be near water or in water I am. It’s always been a big part of my life. In order to get more of it, this last weekend we decided to go checkout one of Suwon’s lakes in the middle of the city. We rented old bikes from the near the palace and road them through the city, along the river, through a park, and down to the waters edge. It was quite the adventure and took about an hour since it was our first trip and we…
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상투방 Hike Near Yeonginsan Natural Forest
Next to/Around the ever so fancy Yeonginsan Natural Forest are plenty of hiking trails and views. This one, on the edge of the park has trail access from inside the park and outside so it can either be an all day event or a 30 minute, hearty hike. Just depends on what you are looking for. The trails aren’t easily routed on Naver, but the long hike begins in the lower parking lot below Yeonginsan Natural Forest. There is a trail that follows the road and another that…
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Yeonginsan Natural Forest
Located about 30 minutes from Pyeongtaek is a gorgeous forest and mountain hiking area that isn’t overrun by people every moment of the year (but I’m sure it happens). The name is Yeonginsan Natural Forest and it’s one of the best places South of Seoul to go and get away from it all because it’s NOT on a subway stop. This gorgeous park can be a hard day of hiking (if you park at the lower free parking lot) or an easy day out with the kids on smooth paths…
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5 Water Parks to Cut the Heat this Summer
Traveling across South Korea this summer? Here are 5 water parks to cut the heat this summer. Updated: July 2022 About Summer in Korea Summer is just around the corner and things are going to be seriously heating up. If you are like me you are going to be looking for some fun ways to cool off. This year my plan is to mix it up a bit. July and August usually have the highest temperatures of the year in South Korea. Temps may rise to 43 degrees during the…
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Beaches
Maps and beaches. These are two of my favorite things. Mostly because one leads to the other. Often I take a map and just go to places that seem like they might contain magic. Usually, I am well rewarded. Recently this type of wandering led me to a little slice of paradise. The water is shallow, there are sand crabs to chase, rocks to climb on, trees to rest under, and its away from the insanity. Pro Tip: Leave Pyeongtaek by 9:00am for best results. And NEVER take the main toll…
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Fun & Entertainment, Korean Travel & Adventure, Outdoor Activities, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Summer
Paragliding
Options for paragliding near-ish Pyeontaek. Happy flying Option 1 Name: Eunho Kim Phone: 010-9423-8674 Location: Contact pilot for details, this is based on wind wand weather. Price: Tandem 100,000 won includes video and photos Link to Videos Option 2 Name: Sang-Ki Lee (local pilot) Phone: 010-2488-4129 Location: Contact pilot for details, this is based on wind wand weather. Price: Tandem 80,000 won includes video and photo Facebook Profile Option 3 For Adventure Location: Yeongwol, Gangwondo Price: 150,000 won (flight is about 30 minutes long and you can go higher…
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Futball in Suwon Trip Itinerary
About Futbal In South Korea The Korean Futbal Season runs from February through October. However, the schedule may be adjusted during a pandemic. Cities across South Korea have teams that compete around the country. Most are sponsored by major corporations. Pyeongtaek even has a team that practices out of the Stadium in Bijeon-dong. Getting to the Suwon Soccer Stadium While at work my friend messaged me to see if I wanted to watch a soccer game in Suwon. Since I’ve never had the privilege of watching a live soccer game…
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Water Parks and Pools: Cheonan Sangnok Resort
Pyeongtaek: To Do Water Park Nothing says Friday like going to Cheonan Sangnok Resort to swim and play with all of the students. Of course, I would come here with adults as well. Small but substantial – this is a great place for summer fun for everyone. Outside is quiet during rain, but hopping on sunny days. Inside is always busy, but not too busy on weekdays. The longest line on Friday was three people. Plus, it’s only about 1 hour from Pyeongtaek, so it’s easy and way less stressful…
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5 Awesome Easy Trips
1. Hiking at Mt. Songnisnan Bus: Weekend trip Car: Day trip When you just want blue sky and fresh mountain air, without a lot of people and craziness, go here. Actually, just go here. It’s only a few hours drive and it’s STUNNING. Read More Here 2. Swimming at Mallipo Beach (Taean-gun) Train: Weekend trip Car: Day trip This are is one of our favorite places to go. There are actually may beaches in this area, but this is the easiest and fastest to find. We go here twice a…
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Mudfest is the Best
CHECK OUT THIS YEARS MUDFEST VIDEO FROM ROK LIFE < CLICK HERE > After many years, I finally made it back for a little Mudfest drama. Despite all the reasons I want to hate Mudfest, I love it. In fact, I have found that the more someone doesn’t want to go, the more they seem to fall in love with it when they arrive. Of course, in three years a lot has changed. For example, there were actually clean people at the festival. I have no idea how this…
