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US BBQ in Pyeongtaek
Are you looking for a taste of home and need to get your belly full of US style BBQ in the Pyeongtaek area? Then, here are eight spots where you can find delicious smoked US BBQ goodness. 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 military installations, Camp Humphreys and Osan Air Base. The US BBQ recommendations provided exist within different areas…
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Catering Options in Pyeongtaek
Have you been looking for local restaurants for catering options for your local event in the Pyeongtaek area? Then, here are the spots that international residents often recommend in the Pyeongtaek Food & Fun group. Where is Pyeongtaek? Pyeongtaek-si is located in the southern portion of the Gyeonggi-do province. This large city includes both US military installations, Camp Humphreys and Osan Air Base. To clarify, the catering recommendations provided exist within the city of Pyeongtaek. Since this encompasses both military installations, we recommend contacting the restaurant to determine if they…
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Permanent Change of Station (PCS) to Korea during a pandemic: A family’s story
One military families experience moving to South Korea. Learn more about the PCS experience to from Hawai'i to Gyeonggido.
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Best of Pyeongtaek, Breweries, Pubs, & Craft Beer, Cafes and Bakeries, Dining & Drinks, Pyeongtaek Restaurants, Restaurants and Bars, USA Military Welcome Packet
Best of Pyeongtaek Poll 2021 Winners
What is the South of Seoul Best of Pyeongtaek Poll? South of Seoul is proud to host the 5th Annual Best of Pyeongtaek Poll in celebration of our delicious and delightful community. The South of Seoul volunteer organization has supported ex-pats living outside of Seoul since 2015. The South of Seoul (SOS) volunteers and manage multiple Facebook groups, the South of Seoul Facebook page, South of Seoul blog, and South of Seoul smartphone app. In 2021 the South of Seoul volunteers also launched the SOS Public Health which researches and distributes information to…
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ESL/EFL Educators Welcome Packet, International Student Welcome Packet, Medical & Health, New Arrival Information, Physical & Mental Wellness, Public Health, USA Military Welcome Packet
How to Set up Your COOV App
Learn how to set up your COOV app with these step by step instructions provided by SOS Public Health.
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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, Register Vaccine, Tourist and Traveler Welcome Packet, USA Military Welcome Packet
How to Register your Overseas COVID Vaccination in South Korea
Many of our multinational community members living in South Korea have been wondering about how to register their overseas COVID vaccines in Korea. This blog provides some information on how to register an overseas vaccination in Korea and who is eligible to.
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Culture & Community, Education, Medical & Health, Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health Resources, Physical & Mental Wellness, Public Health
SOS Public Health and Utah Asia Campus Collaboration: Mental Health Week
A Need for Mental Health Campaigns on University Campuses If you attended a college or university, you may understand the mental health struggles that students face. Factors such as academic/social/financial stress, uncertainty about the future, and lack of sleep contribute to increased mental health challenges among students. Throw in a dash of COVID and a sprinkle of language and cultural barrier to the mix, and stress increases exponentially, especially for students studying abroad. Students who experience high stress are prone to developing depression, anxiety, and eating disorders among other mental…
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10 Best Restaurants in Seojeong-dong
Who is looking the 10 best restaurants in Seojeong-dong?? Undoubtedly, these spots near Osan Air Base in Seojeong-ri will bring flavor to your life. Therefore, you must go try them stat. About Seojeong-dong Seojeong-dong is in Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. The family-friendly neighborhood neighbors a few universities. It also has a busy traditional market and an active subway station (서정리역) that connects to cities such as Cheonan, Suwon, and Seoul. Different communities may refer to Seojeong-dong by different names. It spreads over a rather large area with the two most…
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Pyeongtaek Self-Care Sunday Itinerary
What is a Self-Care Itinerary? It’s a day where you only do things that help you and build your ability to cope with change, feel healthy, and feel confident. These kid of days are needed as much as adventure days. We all fight FOMO (fear of missing out) when we live abroad. Fear of not seeing all the places. Fear of not having all the fun. We are stalking everyone on Instagram, watching all the YouTube videos, and signing up to chase all the “Best of” lists we can find!…
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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…
