When winter arrives in Hongcheon-gun, a city in Korea’s northeastern region, it comes with a blanket of soft white snow that transforms the landscape into a winter wonderland. The city is home to one of the most visited ski areas in the country: Vivaldi Ski Resort. And if you are planning to have a fun …
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Affordable Comfort: A Review of Hongcheon ST Resort Hotel near Vivaldi Park
Searching for a wallet-friendly accommodation in Hongcheon City? Your search ends here. Prepare to be pleasantly surprised by the charm and affordability of Hongcheon ST Resort Hotel (홍천ST리조텔). Whether you’re headed to Vivaldi Park Ski Resort or exploring the charm of Hongcheon River and Palbong Mountain the city has to offer, this hotel is a …
Cafe Iseo: A Hidden Gem of Brunch Culture in Hongcheon City
One thing that has greatly influenced my eating habits during my long stay in Seoul is the vibrant café culture. With numerous cafes serving hearty brunches and rejuvenating coffee on every street corner, my weekends now always begin with a visit to one. Surprisingly, this café culture has spread beyond the capital city, reaching even …
A Visit to Magok Yuwonji During Seollal – Lesser Known Spot Around Vivaldi Park
Because Seollal or Korean Lunar New Year usually falls sometime in late-January or early February, it is during this time of year that I’d always be able to plan out a proper trip in order to get my snowy fix since it is one of the two most important holidays in Korean culture. And if …
Winter in Korea – Jiktang Waterfall in Cheorwongun
Besides those infamous beaches in its principal city of Gangneung; the area where fans of the Bangtan Boys, a very famous boyband BTS, know well where to look for the iconic bus stop, Gangwon province in the northeastern most is as well acknowledged as the best destination for winter getaway in Korea. With a combination …
Exploring Daegwallyeong Sheep Ranch during Seollal
Trying to make an ideal travel plan for Seollal (Lunar New Year’s Day) is something I struggle to every year. The time is one of the most celebrated national holidays in Korea and this year (of 2020) the holiday period was from January 24th to 27th. But the fact that the Seollal holiday falls in …