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April in South Korea, Chungcheongnam-do Adventures, Korean Travel & Adventure, Korean Travel Itineraries: 52 Weeks of Fun, May in South Korea, October in South Korea, September in South Korea, Skate in Korea
Haemi Fortress Itinerary
We love a good day trip to Haemi Fortress. Sometimes we stop here on the way to Mallipo or other Taean beaches. Grab breakfast before getting on the road It’s going to be a big day so we usually start with a big breakfast before heading out. Our preferred pre-trip meal is galbitang because it keeps us powered up for adventures along the way. Since we live in Godeokmyeon, we usually start our adventures off at Bangil Haejangguk which opens at 8:00 am and offers tasty soups, some that rotate…
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Education, Medical & Health, Physical & Mental Wellness, Public Health, Tips of Living Your Best Life, Useful Korean Phrases
How to obtain your Korean COVID vaccination certificate in English
Why would I need to have my COVID vaccination certificate printed in English? The vaccination process in South Korea has been picking up speed over the last couple of months, particularly among our expat teacher community. If you completed both doses of the COVID vaccine in South Korea, then you should have received a vaccination certificate similar to the one pictured below. Your vaccination certificate is also available on the COOV app which you have access to if you have a contracted Korean phone number under your name. While you…
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Culture & Community, Culture Shock Tips, Education, ESL/EFL Educators Welcome Packet, International Student Welcome Packet, Medical & Health, Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health Resources, New Arrival Information, Physical & Mental Wellness, Public Health, Tips of Living Your Best Life, Tourist and Traveler Welcome Packet, USA Military Welcome Packet
The Challenge of the Language Barrier in Korea
What is a language barrier? Before we jump into the challenges of language barriers, we need to understand what a language barrier is. There are several definitions for language barriers that essentially say the same thing. For the purpose of this article we will use Google’s Oxford Languages Dictionary. According to Google’s Oxford Languages Dictionary, a language barrier is “a barrier to communication between people who are unable to speak a common language.” This is a pretty simple, standard definition of a language barrier. If you don’t speak the same…
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The Einspanner Experience
About the einspanner Much like a cappuccino, another favorite of mine, the Einspänner uses whipped cream instead of frothed milk. This classic drink is popular in Austria’s Viennese Cafes. I’d love for a historian and/or Austrian to add more details about when this drink was created. However, for a great list of Viennese Cafe terms, check this site. The einspänner (“one-horse-drawn carriage”) was the preferred coffee drink for coachmen as it allowed them to drive the carriage with one hand and hold their coffee with the other. The firm, lightly whipped…
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Education, Medical & Health, Physical & Mental Wellness, Public Health, Tips of Living Your Best Life
The New South of Seoul Public Health Program
The Start of the South of Seoul Public Health Program Since 2015, South of Seoul volunteers have supported the English-speaking international community living in South Korea. When COVID-19 swept across the country, the lack of access to critical information related to healthcare for the international community became evident. After observing such struggles within the international community, South of Seoul volunteers began developing the new South of Seoul Public Health Program. Such an initiative aimed at increasing knowledge about primary health care among the English-speaking international population in South Korea. Listen…
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NEW Pyeongtaek Recommendations! July 2nd
South of Seoul community members in the Pyeongtaek area have been super busy sharing information in the South of Seoul app! Have you checked the new listings lately?
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Fun & Entertainment, Kids and Family, November in South Korea, October in South Korea, Outdoor Activities, September in South Korea, SOS Seasonal Pyeongtaek Guide: Fall
Fall Colors Near Pyeongtaek
When you don't have time to drive across Korea, check out some of these lovely fall color spots near Pyeontaek.
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New to Pyeongtaek? Important information for living your best life
The blog you are reading now includes links to what South of Seoul considers the most important things you need to know in your first weeks and months in the South Korean countryside (Especially Pyeongtaek).
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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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Indoor Activities, October in South Korea, September in South Korea, SOS Seasonal Pyeongtaek Guide: Fall
Fall Flowers around Pyeongtaek
Looking for the beautiful fall flowers around the Pyeongtaek area? With the temperatures cooling off, it is a great time to get outside and see some of the beauty of Pyeongtaek. Although there are many locations where you can view the beautiful fall flowers and colors, these are a few of my favorite places. Where is Pyeongtaek? Feel free to skip this section if you live in Pyeongtaek or know about the area. Pyeongtaek-si is located in the southern portion of the Gyeonggi-do province. This large city includes both US…
