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Author: Clara Quek
18
May
2023
  • Travel Guides & Tips

South Korea Solo Travelling Guide: 20 Things To Know, Including Restaurants For Single Diners & Female-Only Hostels 

The world is your oyster, and quality time with yourself is important. Here are the A-Z tips that you need to know about solo travelling in Korea.
15
May
2023
  • Travel Guides & Tips

Busan Guide: All About The City From A To Z So You Don’t Only Know Of Train To Busan

While Gamcheon Culture Village and fresh seafood play a huge part in shaping Busan as a popular city, there's more than meets the eye.
15
May
2023
  • Activities & Attractions

Apgujeong Guide: 10 Places To Visit At The Local’s Fav Hangout So That You Can Travel Like A Korean

Apgujeong guideIf you've had enough of Nami Island and N Seoul Tower, this Apgujeong guide is for you to experience the lives of locals in Korea.
11
May
2023
  • Food Guides

Hwangridan Street: 10 Must-Try Foods At The Latest & Hottest Hangout Spot In Gyeongju

With an endless stretch of traditional architecture and trendy cafes, Hwangridan street is on the up and up with more local and tourist visitors.
11
May
2023
  • Culture

How To Learn Korean By Yourself: Tips & Free Resources So You Don’t Only Know Annyeonghaseyo

Watching K-dramas without waiting for subtitles - now that's a flex. Here's how to learn Korean by yourself to get a head start on others.
14
Apr
2023
  • Culture

Noraebang Guide: Korean Karaoke Tips, From Choosing The Right Noraebang To Adding Song Requests

Here's your ultimate noraebang guide to bookmark so you get the most out of your karaoke session in Korea.
10
Apr
2023
  • Food Guides

Vegan Food In Seoul: 9 Vegan Restaurants & Bakeries To Visit For Plant-Based Meals & Desserts

You don't have to just eat KBBQ and seafood stew when you're in Korea. Here's a list of 9 vegan food places in Seoul to check out.
30
Mar
2023
  • Activities & Attractions

Mangwon Guide: 10 Things To Do & Eat In The Trendy Neighbourhood Located Right Beside Han River

Home to many aesthetic cafes and art studios, Mangwon in Seoul is worth a visit. Here's a comprehensive guide to the up-and-coming district.
13
Feb
2023
  • Activities & Attractions

Nice Weather Market: A One-Stop Select Shop Selling Everything From Streetwear To Camping Gear

Did you know that Nice Weather Market was featured in the Korean reality show I Live Alone with Winner’s Mino and webtoon artist Kian84?
10
Feb
2023
  • Activities & Attractions

Happy Bear Day: A Cafe In Hapjeong That Sells Cute Desserts & Trendy Lunchbox Cakes

You can pre-order cakes with custom designs at this unBEARably adorable cafe famously known as Happy Bear Day among avid cafe hoppers.
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