Category: South Korea Travel Tips

Are you traveling to South Korea’s capital for the first time and want to make a list of what to buy in Seoul ahead of time? Planning every trip detail will allow you to make the best out of your time, including shopping for the best Korean souvenirs. When I visited Seoul for the first… Continue reading What to buy in Seoul – 25 best Korean souvenirs

When Westerners think of Seoul, probably the first things that come to mind are high-tech gadgets, k-pop boy and girl bands, and soapy TV dramas. However, after living in Seoul as digital nomads for roughly 1 year, we look back to memories of fantastic culinary experiences, vibrant cultural events, mysterious palaces, and stunning natural beauty.… Continue reading Living in Seoul as a Digital Nomad: a complete guide

So you have visited South Korea, you are planning your trip, or you are simply dreaming about getting there one day. No matter in which of the above settings you find yourself, you are definitely looking for the best Korean subscription box that will bring the country’s flavors to your door. After living for one… Continue reading 13 Best Korean Subscription Boxes

Are you traveling to South Korea for the first time and would like to stay connected during your trip? However, do you find it challenging to choose between a SIM Card or Pocket Wifi? Worry not, because we will help you make that decision, based on your individual needs. Saying that you need an internet… Continue reading SIM Card or Pocket Wifi in South Korea: what to choose

Just before my first trip to South Korea’s capital I knew nothing about getting around Seoul. I was lucky to meet up with a friend who had visited several times before and got some really useful tips. However, I still struggled at the beginning to understand the complex public transportation system. Let’s not forget Seoul… Continue reading Getting around Seoul: bus, subway, bike, taxi

Let me say this from the very beginning: in my humble opinion, Korean cuisine is one of the best in the world. And I drew this conclusion after a decade-and-a-half long business career that took me all over the globe. The Korean culinary culture is varied, catering to many tastes. Are you into seafood or… Continue reading Dining in South Korea: all you need to know

One of the first questions we asked ourselves when we moved to Seoul was related to transportation. While living our suburban lives in Romania, driving was a must. However, after we moved to Hong Kong, we shunned the use of personal cars since the local public transportation system was fast, clean, cheap, and convenient. So,… Continue reading Driving in South Korea as a tourist: everything you must know