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Take It Slow And Relax In The Historic City Of Namwon
Eleven years into the new millennium and 60 after the start of the Korean War, the old Korea is becoming an elusive creature here in the South. For those seekin... Read More...
Matthew Crawford
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9.6
The 10 Most Historically Beautiful Castles In Korea
At the mention of Korean castles, images of pink-walled, crenellated love motels may spring to mind. Towering beside expressways and bus stations, and with nam... Read More...
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Haejangguk (해장국): Korea’s Ancient Tradition of Hangover Soup
Korea is a country sometimes known for hard drinking. Few visitors and even fewer foreign residents leave without taking back at least one or two potent memories of soju and makgeolli.Less well known are the many hangover cures and remedies datin... Read More...
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Everything You Need To Know About Korean Hot Springs
These relaxing places, also known as 온천 Oncheon in Korean, 温泉 Onsen in Japanese, and 温泉 Wēnquán in Chinese, are found in many places in the region. Around the P... Read More...
The F-2 Visa: Fact or Fiction?
The F-2 Visa: Fact or Fiction?
Words by Matthew C. CrawfordSince it was launched in February of 2010, it has taken on an almost mystical significance i... Read More...
Living History: 20 Ways to See Korea as it Used to Be
Living History: 20 Ways to See Korea as it Used to BeA guide to authentic history tourism in South Korea.Words by Matthew Crawford
Shots by Matthew Crawford, Chad Geib, and Jared ZehmThere used to be an alley in Gwanghwamun lined with gr... Read More...
Expat Expertise: Confession of a Visa Hunter
Words and shots by Matthew C. CrawfordUntil the Korea Tourism Organization finds a way to screen the Siberian winds, I don’t believe that justification will... Read More...
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A Practical Guide To Fall Hiking In Seoraksan Park
Seoraksan National Park is generally considered to be South Korea's greatest mountain playground, and its reputation is well-deserved. Situated in the far north... Read More...
Matthew Crawford
Matthew C. Crawford works for an English newspaper in Seoul, South Korea, and fills the gaps in the workday by fantasizing about Himalayan expeditions. He has ranged extensively through Asia, publishing travel writing and photography along the way. His work can be viewed at facebook.com/matthewcrawfordwriter.