It’s July and the monsoon is coming. The rainy season is called 장마 (jangma) in Korea, and the forecast says...
After nearly a decade in Korea, I have had many ups and downs, made many mistakes and had surprise successes...
For many, staying at a Korean Buddhist temple initially sounds appealing. However, after a quick look through the rigorous Korean temple stay program schedule, most folks’ desire to participate in a temple stay is about as strong as a university student’s craving to read Moby Dick. Like classic literature, a...
How To Get a Korean Driver’s License Although many foreigners may be ambivalent about the idea of entering the sea...
Taking care of black hair in South Korea and finding the right shade of makeup or skin care products for...
How can you keep your Korean skills up to speed when you’re out of class? The following books, websites, and blogs will provide you with the resources you need to pick up the learning pace even without a teacher. The entries are roughly organized from beginner to advanced for ease...
Words and shots by Shelagh Maudsley-Deegan Traveling pre-children, for me, was a wild adventure: impromptu safaris, hitchhiking from Kenya to...
Heat and humidity in Seoul in summer are unbearable. Complaining about it is the activity of choice for many a...
Seoul is a dynamic, exciting, and sometimes overwhelming city. From food, to nightlife, to useful resources: here is a guide on how to feel a touch of Australia while in the heart of Korea’s urban jungle, Seoul. Brunch & Coffee Bills | Jamsil and Gwanghwamun Head to Bills in Seoul for a classic...
Travelers tired of being crushed in the subway or stuck in traffic may want to consider a motorcycle. Daegu resident David Wills offers advice for finding, buying, and riding a good bike.