Organizers of a world-famous ice fishing festival on Thursday decided to delay its opening to Jan. 11 from the originally announced Jan. 4 due to safety issues. On Wednesday, the organizers — local government of Hwacheon and Nara Foundation — tested the ice condition of Hwacheon River, where the Hwacheon Sancheoneo Festival’s signature program that...Read More
If you are the one who is interested in Korean drama or culture, you might have wondered where these celebrities live or hang out in Korea. And here’s the answer. I’m going to introduce 3 famous cafes you can stop by after exploring the most expensive area in Seoul, Cheongdam-dong, which is famous for the...Read More
It is the most wonderful season of the year, just as the lyrics of a famous song. If you happen to stay during this wonderful time in Seoul for Christmas, there are several places you can go to. Because Christmas is basically a Western holiday, it is not as huge or glamorous as the one...Read More
If you are a fan of Ice Skating but don’t want to feel the freezing climate outside, this is a perfect place for you! Did you know that there is an Indoor Ice Skating Stadium in Jeonju? Yes, they have! It is located at Jeonju-si Wansan-gu Joonghwasan-dong. It is a great place for those who...Read More
The “Seoul Plaza Ice Skating Rink” will be in operation for 52 days, from December 20, 2019 (Fri.) to February 6, 2020 (Sun.), as a place where citizens can ice skate in the middle of the city and fully enjoy Frozen Seoul. Seoul Plaza Ice Skating Rink was visited by more than 120,000 citizens last...Read More
In the winter, when your body and mind shrink due to the cold weather, why not visit the cultural facilities in Seoul with your family and friends instead of just staying at home? A variety of events held in Seoul Plaza, Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), Donuimun Museum Village, Seoul Book Bogo with glittering light decorations...Read More
Today, following the last posting, I will introduce some delicious places in Korea that I actually visited. In fact, it’s not an introduction, but a report of what I actually ate lol. If you have ever wondered what Korean people usually eat or where we hang out with friends, my posting will help you to...Read More
To attract foreign tourists, the Korean government will allow group tourists from the Philippines, Vietnam, and Indonesia who will visit Jeju Island as the final destination, be allowed to visit other parts of the country with visa-free. The Korean government announced the 2020 economic policy direction at an economy ministers meeting chaired by President Moon Jae-in on December 19, 2020. As...Read More
When you go abroad for a trip, you might wonder what local people actually eat. At least, I do. So whenever I go abroad, I never look at the guide book or blog postings about what other Korean people eat. I just walk in any restaurant near where I stay if there are many local...Read More
If you walk around some tourist attractions in Seoul, you might easily find tourists carrying a big bag of Korean cosmetic brands. Korean cosmetics are must-buy souvenirs for tourists because they’re world-widely famous, and if you buy in Korea they’re super cheap! Not only Korean cosmetics are reasonably-priced and great quality but also thanks to...Read More
