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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Cafes and Bakeries, Dining & Drinks, Fun & Entertainment, Kids and Family, Korean Travel & Adventure, Tips of Living Your Best Life
10 Most Instagrammable Cafes Beyond Seoul
Looking for Instagrammable cafes with some serious WOW factor? I have visited hundreds of cafes across Korea and found the 10 most Instagrammable cafes beyond Seoul. Visiting Cafes Beyond Seoul Here’s a list of my favorite photographable or Instagrammable cafes outside of Seoul. Yes, Seoul has many beautiful cafes, but so does the rest of Korea. While Seoul receives a great deal of well-deserved attention, Korea has so much more to experience if you venture further. Cafe Culture In Korea The cafe scene in Korea, much like the rest of…
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Korean Cycling Hand Signals
Bike safety is always important. Understanding the cycling (biking) hand traffic signals helps you communicate with drivers on the roads. Hand signals change from country to country, so we have a post all about Korean hand signals. Importance of Using Cycling Signals When Riding Casual and professional bikers and cyclers in Korea need to use the local cycling hand signals for the country they live in. This is true if you are visiting Korea as a tourist or living here as an immigrant. It’s important for your safety and the…
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Science Museums in Korea
Grab your kids or some friends and go explore science museums in Korea. Reasons to Visit Science Museums in Korea There are many science museums in Korea that both kids and adults may enjoy. Each of the museums offers a unique experience for visitors of all ages. Here are a few of the many reasons to go to a science museum while living and traveling in South Korea: Overall, science museums offer a fun and educational experience that can benefit people of all ages and backgrounds. Issues Expats May Face…
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Traveling with Babies and Toddlers
As a SAHM (stay-at-home mom), who arrived in Korea with a one-year-old and later traveled back to the States with a three-year-old, I am now psychologically and emotionally ready to share a few lessons I’ve learned along the way about traveling with babies and toddlers. I have to thank all of the moms who share their stories on social media because their stories helped shape my content through my own travel experiences. Choosing Flights When possible, opting for an overnight flight saved us the most both in setting up a…
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52 Pickup Family Edition, Gyeonggi-do Adventures, Korean Travel & Adventure, Korean Travel Itineraries, Tips of Living Your Best Life
Fairy Tale Village in Incheon (Songwol-dong)
Grab your family and your imagination for a fun day at Fairy Tale Village in Incheon. About Fairy Tale Village Songwol-dong 송월동 동화마을, Fairy Tale Village, is a vibrant, mural-themed village in Incheon with Disney Fairy tales, Korean Fairy tales, and other childhood story favorites. This truly is a delight for your senses. Your children will love it and your inner child will, too! If you just want a fanciful walk, this village is free and open year-round. Also, this is another great spot for cherry blossoms and tulips in…
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April in South Korea, Culture & Community, Korean Travel & Adventure, March in South Korea, May in South Korea
Spring Festivals in South Korea
Do you love a fun festival on a beautiful spring day? Don’t miss the spring festivals across South Korea. If you already know about festival culture in South Korea, click here to jump to the spring festival list. Spring in South Korea Many consider spring in South Korea as March, April, and May. Therefore, we have selected festivals occurring from March to May for our Spring Festivals list. However, such festivals may begin earlier than March or end later than May. Korean festivals may occur over many months. During these…
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Pyeongtaek-si Life
Moving to Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea? The following article digs deep into key aspects of living in Pyeongtaek-si with a focus on international resident life. This post takes a look at information relevant to the lived realities of the foreign-born population. Where is Pyeongtaek? You can see the Administrative District of Pyeongtaek-si (평택시) marked in blue on the map below. Pyeongtaek sits along the southern border of Gyeonggi-do. The Yellow Sea, Anseong, Osan, Hwaseong, Yongin, Cheonan, Asan, and Dangjin all border Pyeongtaek-si. Over the last decade, Pyeongtaek-si quickly developed from…
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December in South Korea, February in South Korea, January in South Korea, Korean Travel & Adventure, October in South Korea, September in South Korea, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Winter
Winter Festivals in South Korea
Do you love a fun festival on a beautiful fall day? Don’t miss the winter festivals across South Korea. If you already know about festival culture in South Korea, click here to jump to the festival list. Winter in South Korea Many consider Winter in South Korea as December, January, and February. Therefore, we have selected festivals occurring from December to February for our Winter Festivals list. However, such festivals may begin as early as November or finish as late as April. Korean festivals may occur over many months. During…
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Osan Craft Beer Festival 2022 Recap
Finally! Finally, I think I am rested and recovered from the epic weekend that was the Osan Night Beer Festival (야맥주축제) also known as the Osan Craft Beer Festival. The Experience I was fortunate enough to be able to visit the festival on all three days. Friday, I hung out with friends, drank a lot of beer, and then chilled with a few brewers into the wee hours of the morning. Saturday, I explored more of the festival, helped White Crow pour beer, and had dinner with an unexpected guest.…
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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…
