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Day Trip from Seoul: Alpaca World, Soy Sauce Dakgalbi, and Gangchon Rail Bike

Today, we’re going on a day trip from Seoul to Gangwon Province to experience Alpaca World and the Gangchon Rail Bike! Our first stop: Alpaca World, a park dedicated to the fluffiest and friendliest alpacas you’ll ever meet. Alpacas are gentle, woolly animals—similar to llamas, but a bit smaller. They’re covered in soft fleece and… Read More Day Trip from Seoul: Alpaca World, Soy Sauce Dakgalbi, and Gangchon Rail Bike

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A Day in Ikseon-dong: Where to Eat, Shop, and Relax in Seoul’s Trendiest Neighborhood

Today, we’re taking you along on a chill day exploring Ikseon-dong, one of Seoul’s most popular neighborhoods. This is the place to be if you love hidden gems, aesthetic cafés, and good food. Our first stop is Ikseon Chwihyang. We ordered their best sellers, whole pork belly rose pasta, and whirlwind omurice. The rose cream… Read More A Day in Ikseon-dong: Where to Eat, Shop, and Relax in Seoul’s Trendiest Neighborhood

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We Tried the Famous Michelin-Approved Kalguksu at Myeongdong Kyoja

Today, we are having dinner at Myeongdong Kyoja, a Michelin bib gourmand restaurant in busy Myeongdong known for serving its signature handmade noodles since 1966. We ordered three of their most popular items: Kalguksu, Mandu, and Bibim Guksu. Let’s eat! First up, their famous Kalguksu. This bowl of hand-cut noodles is served in a rich… Read More We Tried the Famous Michelin-Approved Kalguksu at Myeongdong Kyoja

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First Meal in Korea? Try Jajangmyeon at Hong Kong Ban Jeom

Today, we’re eating at Hong Kong Ban Jeom, a popular Jajangmyeon franchise owned by celebrity Chef Baek Jong Won. This place is known for serving some of the best black bean noodles in town and other classic Korean-Chinese dishes. We also ordered Tangsuyuk—sweet and sour crispy pork, Jjamppong—a spicy seafood noodle soup, and some fried… Read More First Meal in Korea? Try Jajangmyeon at Hong Kong Ban Jeom

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What to Do in Korea? Seoul 3-Day Itinerary, Nami Island plus House of BTS

“Hallyu” or The Korean Wave has taken the world by storm more than ever in the last 10 years or so, thanks to romantic K-Dramas and talented K-Pop idols. Fans’ obsession to everything Korean has driven them to visit the country and made Seoul one of the top tourist destinations in Asia. Even though I… Read More What to Do in Korea? Seoul 3-Day Itinerary, Nami Island plus House of BTS

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