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What to Do in South Korea
Discover the best activities to do in across South Korea.
From traditional cultural practices and modern entertainment to seasonal festivals and unique adventures, this section guides you through must-do experiences that capture the essence of Korean life and culture.
Where To Find Korean Language Classes and Programs in Korea
Presuming that you don't live in the middle of nowhere, you ought to be able to find something appropriate from…
12 Unique Things To Do In Seoul
You’ve already visited all the main attractions in Seoul and you want to explore Seoul in a unique and fun…
19 Of The Best Korean Winter Activities
Winters in Korea are known to be harsh, but there are plenty of Korean winter activities to do during winter…
Jeju Haenyeo School Helps Local Sacred Tradition Live On
Words by Dave Cunning Amongst Jeju Island’s most iconic figures, haenyeo (divers) are just as revered as Hallasan volcano dolharubang…
Helpful Resources For Studying Korean
Studying Korean How can you keep your Korean skills up to speed when you're out of class? The following books,…
Hongeo: The Astonishing Korean Delicacy That Might Make You Cry
The skate, known in Korea as hongeo (홍어), is a flat, kite-shaped fish with a fleshy pink complexion.
History: The Ruthless Postal Service of Old Korea
Photos from the collection of Robert Neff Prior to the marvels of the computer and its email service or the…
Seoul Escape Room in Itaewon
Seoul Escape Room Looking for a fun indoor activity in Itaewon? Seoul Escape Room is the place to go! Seoul…
The Han’s Headless Ferryman and Riverboat Travel
A little over a century ago, land travel in Korea was fraught with difficulty. There were only a few roads—generally nothing…
The American Empress
Korean History: The American Empress Photos from the Robert Neff Collection It was once a widespread belief that Korea was…
History: Korea’s Noble Cow
Photos from the collection of Robert Neff One of the most valued animals in Joseon Korea was the Korean bull,…
History: When Tigers Roamed the Korean Mines
Life at the Western gold mines in northern Korea was dangerous both inside and out in the 19th and early…
The Luxury Hotels Of Seoul In The Early 1900’s
Modern Seoul is filled with hotels and getting a room is generally not much of a problem, but it wasn’t…
Life in Wonju a Century Ago
Life in Korea during the late 19th and early 20th centuries was hard – physically, emotionally, and spiritually – and…
9 Best Meals Under W10,000
Best Meals Under W10,000! Words by Grey WatsonShots by Grey Watson, Sharon Heit, and Mai Vabo On the hunt for…
The Worst Thing to Say to a Korean: “Eat Taffy!”
"Eat Taffy!" In Korea, using the phrase is as vulgar as any four-letter word in English, but how in the…
