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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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10 Things to Do Near AK Plaza in Pyeongtaek South Korea
Looking for 10 things to do near AK Plaza? We have some great option to get you started. Spend a day exploring the old city center.
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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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Dating & Relationships, Fun & Entertainment, January in South Korea, Korean Travel Itineraries: 52 Weeks of Fun, March in South Korea, November in South Korea, Restaurants and Bars
Art & Greek Food Date Itinerary in Cheonan, South Korea
You will love a date in Cheonan enjoying the arts and Greek food and gelato. The perfect date south of Seoul.
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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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What to expect when you’re settling into a new culture
I’ve moved several times in my life to cultures quite different than mine. I’m originally from Romania. I’ve always oscillated between maintaining my cultural heritage and identity while engaging with local people and the wider society that I’m living in. In South Korea, for the first time in my life, I decided not to learn the language (for several reasons, but mainly because I liked being somewhere where I don’t understand what people say; it minimizes my anxiety level somehow.). Because of my decision, however, I have had some difficult…
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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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Best of Pyeongtaek Poll 2019
The 2019 Best of Pyeongtaek Poll results. Thank you to everyone who voted.
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5 Best Spots for Western-Style Sushi Rolls
Updated: Locations Updated in 2024. If you’re craving Western-style sushi in South Korea, Pyeongtaek is the place to be. This bustling city offers a variety of restaurants serving American-Japanese fusion dishes, complete with large, Western-style sushi menus. About Westernized Sushi in Pyeongtaek At South of Seoul, many of us are passionate about sushi and sashimi—whether it’s traditional Korean, authentic Japanese, or Westernized versions. Each style has its own unique charm, and we often find ourselves craving different variations throughout the day. Western Sushi Options in Pyeongtaek Continue to Grow In…
