Words by Grace Sun and shots by Alaric Willi Finding a place to get a tattoo in Korea used to...
Edited by Dami Kang and David Carruth Ready to grab your gear and head out on your camping trip? Steady...
빈말 [Bin-Mal] empty words비다 [bi-da] is the infinitive verb meaning “to be empty.” (다 is the equivalent of “to” or “to be”).Adding a ㄴ (소리 sound) after a vowel-ending adjective turns that adjective into a noun modifier.말 is the noun for talk or speak. So 빈말 is empty language, meaning you’re...
Flying lessons offer you the chance to become a licensed pilot – then let your spirits soar as you take...
You might not feel a year older because there’s a difference between Korean age and international age. The term “international...
Taekwondo, hapkido, and kumdo:
you’ve heard the names, and now you can learn the arts.
I have been getting blonde highlights since I was fifteen and I had no intention of stopping when I moved...
Have you ever taken the KTX? If so, you may have noticed that when the train slows down before a station a certain tune comes on, gently reminding you that the train will be stopping soon. The music is sparse, minimal and distinctly oriental. The irregular notes evoke images of water slowly dripping from a hanok’s tiled roof.
While Seoul may not be as amenable to riding bikes as some other major cities, there are still plenty of opportunities for the adventurous cyclist.
Seoraksan National Park is generally considered to be Korea’s greatest mountain playground, and its reputation is well-deserved. Situated in the...