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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August in South Korea, Beaches, Chungcheongnam-do Adventures, July in South Korea, Korean Travel & Adventure, Outdoor Activities
What You Should Know About Mallipo Beach
What to know more about Mallipo Beach? The blog article takes a deep dive into visiting one of South Korea’s best west coast beaches. About Swimming Season in Korea The official ‘Swimming Season’ in South Korea is from about mid-July to sometime in August. Swimming Season is when beaches are at their height of popularity. Popular and rural Korean beaches are filled with visitors, lifeguards, public showers, activities, and all the businesses are open and supporting visitors. It’s beach party time. During ‘Swimming Season’ your activities will be restricted to…
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Things to Do in Korea
The ultimate traveler’s blog list for indie folks! If you are planning your trips around Korea, these blogs will provide you with awesome things to do from north to south and east to west. About Things to Do in South Korea Korea is a fascinating country with a rich history and culture that extends far beyond Seoul and Busan. You can explore the ruins of historic temples, tombs, and palaces, and get a glimpse into what life was like in ancient Korea. For example, a visit to the Seokguram Grotto…
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Fortress Locations South Korea
Did you know there are fortresses across Korea? Time for a road trip to find a fortress for every season. This blog will tell you the locations of 12 fortresses and what to expect. Visiting Rural Fortresses Explore history across South Korea by visiting a wide variety of big and small fortresses. These fortress walls usually connect to gorgeous hikes and take you to parts of Korea that you never imagined visiting. They are a doorway to wonder. Reasons to Visit Rural Fortresses The cool thing about hunting down the…
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Open Drama Sets Across South Korea
So you love Korean dramas? You need to visit these cool and historically interesting open drama sets in different areas across South Korea. About Open Drama Sets Many film and TV organizations create elaborate film sets with buildings from many different times in Korean history. When dramas are not filming, these elaborate sets are used as folk villages by the general public. You visit the sets and experience both history and feel like you are inside a Korean drama. If you haven’t started watching Korean Dramas yet, check out this…
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Seoul Musical Theater Date Night Itinerary
Seoul doesn’t have to be all day, sometimes we just pop into Seoul for an afternoon or evening date night. Getting to Seoul from Pyeongtaek Itinerary On the bus headed to AK Plaza to catch a train to Seoul to see Billy Elliot at the D-Cube Art Center. We could have driven, but the bus is more fun! Trains are a great way to spend some time together relaxing and catching up on your week. Grab Dinner Near Yeongdeungo Station Gotta love happy accidents. After getting off at Yeongdeungo Station,…
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April in South Korea, Korean Travel & Adventure, May in South Korea, October in South Korea, Outdoor Activities, September in South Korea
Stunning Arboretums in South Korea
Arboretums are for Everyone Whether you have a deep admiration for the great outdoors, want to inspire an appreciation for nature, or you just need socially distancing alternatives during a pandemic, the many arboretums in South Korea are fun for people of all ages. They are often free or have affordable admission rates. Additionally, each arboretum is unique. How to Prepare for an Arboretum Visit To truly appreciate the distinctive characteristics of the arboretums in South Korea, I would recommend bringing comfortable shoes, drinking water, snacks, insect repellent, sunscreen, and,…
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August in South Korea, Korean Travel & Adventure, Korean Travel Itineraries, Korean Travel Itineraries: 52 Weeks of Fun
Car Free Yeosu Itinerary
You don’t have to have a car to enjoy this Yeosu itinerary. This stunning area in the very southern part of South Korea can be easily reached and enjoyed using public transportation. Getting to Yeosu You don’t need a car to enjoy Yeosu, South Korea. The area is easily accessible by public transportation and has places to stay within easy walking distance of many different fun activities. Don’t hesitate to take a trip to Yeosu even if you don’t have a car. Here is how you can make it happen.…
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August in South Korea, Daegu Life, Korean Travel & Adventure, Korean Travel Itineraries: 52 Weeks of Fun
Slow-Travel Daegu Road Trip Itinerary
Looking for a fabulous road trip? Then, our slow-travel Daegu road trip itinerary is just the thing! A detailed look at our relaxing and enjoyable weekend in Daegu. These are the perfect two days for couples or friends looking to spend a day around food, art, and nature. Traveling To Daegu We often take road trips rather than trains or busses so that we can enjoy the journey as much as the destination. A little while ago, we took a weekend trip Daegu to celebrate US Labor Day weekend. The…
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Fall Apple Picking in South Korea is the Perfect Day Out
Who wants to go fall apple picking in South Korea? We highly recommend it. This is what our trip looked like. We look forward to maybe going again. Where we went for Apple Picking This weekend we were recreating our New England apple picking traditions here in South Korea by visiting an apple orchard about 1 hour from Pyeongtaek, South Korea called Yesan Apple and Wine Picking. This is a popular location for ex-pats who want to embrace Korean culture while also experiencing memories of home. We didn’t have a…
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August in South Korea, Chungcheongnam-do Adventures, July in South Korea, June in South Korea, Korean Travel & Adventure, Outdoor Activities, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Summer
Photography Lovers Destinations in Taean-gun
Taean is a picturesque location lined with beautiful beaches, rolling hills. Time to pack up your camera for a day of photography. About Taean-gun, South Korea Taean County is in Chungcheongnam Province, or Chungcheongnam-do, and has a population of roughly 64,000. While Taean is mostly coastal, the landscape includes mountains, forests, wetlands, sand dunes, and, of course, beaches. If you’re interested in Taean’s gorgeous beaches, please refer to the “5 Taean Beaches for Summer” blog. About Anmyeyondo, Taean-gun, South Korea Anmyeondo (island), in the South of Taean, was originally a…
