For someone who lives in the southwest of the Han River, Mokdong neighborhood is always on my radar when finding assorted matjib (맛집) which is a Korean made-up word for an eatery that provides delicious food. Last weekend, I, again, entrusted the area with hopes to celebrate the first night of the year with a …
Author: Ploy
Hi! I am Ploy, the writer and photographer behind this blog. I have been living and traveling throughout Korea since 2010 and still haven’t seen it all because this beautiful land of morning calm has so much to offer. If you are looking for some ideas about where to find picture perfect spots for your seasonal excursion in Korea, this blog can be your gold mine.
Majangdong Kimssi: A Meat Lover’s Paradise for Samgyeopsal
Ever since relocating to the charming Sinjeong neighborhood last year, I’ve embarked on a delightful culinary journey, exploring various eateries in and around Yangcheon-gu, an enchanting region situated in the southwestern part of Seoul. Amongst these experiences, one restaurant’s name has consistently graced my credit card billing statement – Majangdong Kimssi Sinjeongnegeori Station Branch. In …
Checking in Pohang at Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha Filming Locations
I am well aware that writing about what the title suggests might be considered late. Undoubtedly, countless articles have already been published online, extensively guiding readers through the picturesque city of Pohang and its various locations used to portray the fictional Gonjin Village in the highly successful 2021 K-TV series, Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha (갯마을 차차차). Nevertheless, …
Busan Unveiled: 12 Must-Try Experiences in Korea’s Coastal Gem
I’d never call my previous week in BEXCO, where I roamed through endless halls presenting schoolwork, a real taste of Busan. A decade ago, my visit to this second-largest city of Korea only taught me that Haeundae was a beach and Gwangalli was just another beach. That’s why my recent road trip down south, just …
Discovering the Hidden Gem of Busan: Coffee It House in Gamcheon Culture Village
When you type “Busan” into Google, one of the first images to pop up is the vibrant, colorful cluster of homes in Gamcheon Culture Village. This picturesque village, perched on a steep mountainside, has become a symbol of Busan’s charm, often overshadowing even the city’s famous beaches. While most visitors flock to the village’s well-known …
Experiencing the Charm of Seoul’s Old and Historic Stores [Sponsored by OraeGage, Trazy & K Story Tour]
Having been living in Korea for over a decade, I am; therefore, no stranger to the ever-changing prosperity of the country’s capital. Nonetheless, what fascinates me is an abundance of olden vibe boasting shops that Seoul has retained and kept within its dense concrete jungle, in which many of them are bestowed with the title …
Captivating Pohang’s Horizons: Exploring the Beauty of Igari Anchor Observatory
I still vividly recall the day when I sat in the front seat of a rented KIA, driving along a road flanked by majestic pine trees on both sides. As we followed the guidance of a smart, mobile phone-based navigator, we were treated to an incredible sight. To one side of the coniferous forest, a …
One Day in Yesan: Sudeoksa Temple + Splas Resom Resort + Yedangho Suspension Bridge – [Sponsored Trip by Trazy & K Story Tour]
A road trip to Taean-gun I embarked on during one summer in Korea is a remembrance brimful of fun experiences and is also marked as my first visit to Chungcheongnam-do or the South Chungcheong Province in the southwest region. Hearing about the opportunity of returning to the area again gives me a great exhilaration. And …
How to use NAVER MAP when traveling in Korea
Today, it would not be a surprise if Korea has made its way onto the list for countries with the best transportation systems in the world. The country provides extensive networks of railways, highways, and bus routes; and there are numerous navigation tools to help travelers utilize Korea’s transportation grids efficiently. My personal preferences for …
EDIYA Coffee House Hwajin Beach Branch
About a month ago, I accompanied a group of friends on a road trip to the east coast of Korea. We visited Pohang city out of one purpose in particular: to fulfill a wish of our trip members, which is to follow the footsteps of the Hometown Cha Cha Cha TV show. However, since there …