It is June already and the sweating heat striking Korea hard keeps me daydreaming of taking a break and getting chilled somewhere far away and peaceful. This somehow reminds me of my last visit to Taean-gun, a beautiful county on Korea’s western coast. During the trip we took a rest at a cafe which turned …
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A Rose-Lover’s Paradise: Exploring the Olympic Park Rose Plaza in Seoul
As the vibrant hues of spring flowers fade away, the arrival of May brings with it the unmistakable charm of blooming roses. In Korea, May is affectionately known as the season of roses, and it’s easy to see why. From mid-May onwards, the cityscape transforms as rambling roses cascade over fences and walls, painting residential …
Spring in Seoul – Plum Blossoms at Bongeunsa Temple
After those countless freezing and grim days of winter, the much warmer temperature of March has again brought smiles back on to our faces. There are no intense or prolonged cold spells in the forecast in any part of Korea, so we officially declare that the cold, dark season is over. And for putting up …
A Spring Escape to Ganghwa-do: Chasing Daisies and Hydrangeas at Mahogany Coffee and Cafe Doredore
Spring in Korea is a magical time, and for flower enthusiasts like me, it’s the perfect season to embark on a flower-hunting adventure. This year, I decided to add Ganghwa-do, Korea’s fifth-largest island, to my list of must-visit destinations. The reason? A charming daisy field at Mahogany Coffee that had been flooding my social media …
Floating Starbucks in Seoul – Seoul Wave Artcenter
In this post, I am showing you updated photos of the Seoul Wave Artcenter. It’s been over a year since my last visit and I wrote about it in my old post. There is a small change that the Coffee Wave café was recently replaced by a Starbucks shop. Nonetheless, the view of the Han …
Discovering Unhyeongung: Seoul’s Hidden Gem for Spring Blossoms
This March marked a special milestone for me—10 years of living in Korea. Over the past decade, I’ve explored countless corners of this vibrant country, from its bustling cities to its serene countryside. Yet, much to my surprise, I had never heard of Unhyeongung until recently. It was a stunning Instagram post that introduced me …
Tips to Make Your Life in Seoul Easier
If you have the chance to live in Seoul for like a month, would you take it? If the answer is ‘Yes, I am willing to!’ here are couple things you should know beforehand. In this post I am giving you some tips, showing you some helpful applications that will make your Seoul trip or …
Magical Winter in Korea – Muju Deogyusan National Park Adventure
Winter in Seoul can be unpredictable. While some years bring heaps of snow, transforming the city into a magical wonderland, other years leave us longing for even a single snowflake. In 2020, Seoul experienced one of those snowless winters. By February, there was still no sign of the heavy snowfall I had been hoping for. …
One Day in Gangneung – To-do List
After a well-spent night at Foursky Glamping, we woke up to the finest weather of Gangneung. The could-not-be-any-brighter sun was lingering in the indigo sky and it was the salty sea breeze that urged us into the fun expedition. Here is the list of what we did in one day in Gangneung city, not chronologically …
Glamping in Gangneung – FourSky Glamping
Glamping or glamorous camping, a new form of camping may seem like an alien idea for tent enthusiasts. But it has for some times become one of the most popular recreational activity in Korea. There are many glamping sites throughout the country that provide everything so their guests could get the full experience of the …









