USA Military Welcome Packet
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Pyeongtaek Neighborhoods
Get to know a few of Pyeongtaek-si’s most popular neighborhoods. Perfect for those relocating to work for the US Military for either Osan Air Force Base or Camp Humphreys. Additional Articles To Help you Understand Pyeongtaek-si Pyeongtaek Subway Stops How to Use the Subway and Where to Go New to Pyeongtaek? Important information for living your best life Do you realize how big Pyeongtaek is? It is more than a city, it is an administrative district that includes the sea and the mountains to the west. We have many different,…
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Important Numbers: 119 Emergency Services
Before you have an emergency, you need to know 119 which is emergency services in South Korea. About 119 One of THE most important numbers you need to know while living in South Korea is 119. This is THE number to call in emergencies. In a medical emergency, 119 may automatically detect a caller’s location on either a landline or a cell phone. Then, 119 dispatches ambulances quickly. 119 For Those with No Korean Language Ability In theory, foreigners who contact 119 become directed to a translator from the Korea National…
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Nav App Hack: Phones not Address
One of our main goals at South of Seoul (SOS) is to empower our readers and users to explore Pyeongtaek on their own and share the things they love with others. This sounds easy, except that the language barrier and maps issues make this far harder than it should be. How in the world do you quickly and easily share a business location when you can’t read anything or talk to anyone? We have the hack for you! All you need to know are numbers. This is possibly the best-kept…
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Neighborhood Intro: Shinjang-dong (Part of Songtan)
Pyeongtaek-si (평택시) is made up of many different, unique little neighborhoods. Over the last 2 years Pyeongtaek neighborhoods have been reorganized, a new address system created, and – often – completely new names assigned. Combine this with the constantly changing English Speaking population that rotates through each year, and life becomes like a big game of Telephone as half information turns into mythical information. That’s where South of Seoul comes in. We are on the ground and updating the South of Seoul app each time we are alerted to a…
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New Arrival Information, Pyeongtaek Neighborhoods, Pyeongtaek-dong, Pyeongtaek, USA Military Welcome Packet
Neighborhood Intro: Pyeongtaek City
Pyeongtaek (평택) is made up of many different, unique little neighborhoods. Over the last 2 years Pyeongtaek neighborhoods have been reorganized, a new address system created, and – often – completely new names assigned. Combine this with the constantly changing English Speaking population that rotates through each year, and life becomes like a big game of Telephone as half information turns into mythical information. That’s where South of Seoul comes in. We are on the ground and updating the South of Seoul app each time we are alerted to a…
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How to Use the Subway and Where to Go
Want to learn more about using the Seoul Subway which goes south past Pyeongtaek all the way to Asan? Here are a few simple videos to get you started. This top is best learned visually for sure. 1: How to Use the Subway If you aren’t familiar with using the Seoul Subway System, here is a great video tutorial from YouTube. The subway system is very easy to use and if you use the app mentioned below, it’s almost foolproof… almost. The first few times can feel overwhelming but stick…
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Private Tutors in Pyeongtaek
Halloween English Teaching Fun Finding a Korean tutor in Pyeongtaek can be maddening. Thankfully, I know two amazing ones! Introducing Sue and Jennifer! Jennifer Teacher Sue Teacher These two wonderful teachers just finished up an intense two year certification aimed at teaching Korean to foreigners and they are ready to help you get to the next level. If you are just getting started, or you need to get over a learning hump, these women can help you succeed in learning Korean. Personally, I’m lucky enough to have called them friends…
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Introducing the MOFA SOFA Center
About the Ministry of Foreign Affairs The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) handles the diplomatic aspects of Korean government. According to their website: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs was inaugurated according to the Government Organization Act, enacted and put into enforcement on July 17, 1948, to be in charge of foreign policy, external economic policy, protection of overseas Korean nationals, assessment of international relations and overseas public relations. In accordance with such a mission, MOFA diplomants also support US Military bases located within South Korea. Such US military and associated…
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Breweries, Pubs, & Craft Beer, Korean Travel & Adventure, Tourist and Traveler Welcome Packet, USA Military Welcome Packet
30 Top Korean Craft Beer and Breweries
Looking for the 30 top Korean craft beer and brewery adventures. You have come to the right place. South of Seoul’s “Korean Craft Beer and Breweries” Adventure Map takes you across Korea on a flavor adventure. Click here to jump straight to the list. About Craft Beer in South Korea The craft beer scene began to take root and grow in Korea within the last decade. That means Craft Beer remains a small and developing aspect of Korean life. Exploring this new industry takes you to some of the most…
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Tips for Making Friends in Korea
Have you recently moved to Korea for work or school and are you looking to build your community? Here are some of my personal tips for making friends in South Korea. Hold onto your hats because this isn’t short but it may be helpful. Listen to the BlogCast Don’t want to read? Listen to the South of Seoul BlogCast which provides accessible content through the use of AI technology. We don’t have time to read each article but we do our best to make more of our content accessible. If you would…
