Travel
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How to Use Korea’s KTX High-Speed Rail: A Guide to Seoul Station
🏙️ Welcome to Seoul Station: Gateway to Korea’s KTX Seoul Station is one of the busiest and most accessible hubs for Korea’s high-speed rail system, the KTX. Whether you’re a first-time traveler or a seasoned commuter, navigating this station is easy and enjoyable thanks to its modern facilities and clear signage. 🍱 Food &…
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Gangneung Coffee Festival 2025: Korea’s Coastal Celebration of Coffee Culture
🎉 Festival Overview Name: Gangneung Coffee Festival 2025 Dates: October 30 (Thu) – November 2 (Sun), 2025 Location: Gangneung Coffee Street, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do Theme: “별의별 강릉커피” (“All Kinds of Gangneung Coffee”) Hours: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM daily Admission: Free (some programs require registration) Gangneung, known as Korea’s coffee capital, transforms into a seaside coffee…
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The Four Seasons of Korea: A Year of Stories
Korea is known for its sharply defined four seasons, each offering unique experiences and cultural nuances. 🌸Spring begins with a burst of color as cherry blossoms, azaleas, and forsythias bloom across the country. However, this beauty is often accompanied by yellow dust (hwangsa), a fine sand blown from China’s deserts, which can cause respiratory discomfort…
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Hiking in the Korean mountains! You’re going to love it! – Bukhan san mountain
Bukhansan’s hiking trails start from different access points around Seoul, each reachable by subway and bus. Here’s how to get to the trailheads for Baegundae Peak, Dobongsan Ridge, and Ui-dong Valley. 🥾 1. Baegundae Peak Trail 🧗 2. Dobongsan Ridge Trail 🌲 3. Ui-dong Valley Trail 🎒 What to Bring 🍽️ Where to Eat After…
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A trip to Gyeonggi Province is quite a great idea! – Suwon
🇰🇷 Discover Suwon: Korea’s Historic Gem Just Outside Seoul Suwon is one of the most popular day-trip destinations from Seoul—and for good reason. Located just 30 kilometers south of the capital, it’s easily accessible by subway, train, or bus, making it a favorite among both locals and tourists. Whether you’re staying in Hongdae, Gangnam, or…
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Chuncheon Makguksu & Dakgalbi Festival ; If you’re a fan of chicken, this place is a must-visit!
The Chuncheon (춘천) Makguksu (막국수) & Dakgalbi (닭갈비) Festival, held annually in Gangwon Province (강원도), is one of Korea’s most beloved regional food festivals. In 2025, the event took place from October 16 to 19 along the scenic Gongjicheon (공지천) Trail in Chuncheon (춘천). This year marked the 18th edition of the festival, continuing its…
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In Korea, you can rent a bike at an affordable price!
South Korea offers public bike rental systems in multiple cities, each operated by local governments or private companies. These services are affordable, easy to use, and accessible to both residents and visitors. Overview of Korea’s Public Bike Rental Systems South Korea has developed a robust network of public bike-sharing programs to promote eco-friendly transportation and…
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Korean subway culture for foreigners
🚇 Unspoken Rules of Riding the Korean Subway ; Korean subway culture for foreigners South Korea’s subway system is fast, clean, and impressively efficient—but it also comes with a set of unspoken social rules that locals follow instinctively. For visitors, understanding these customs can make your ride smoother and more respectful. 👶 Reserved Seats: For…
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Byeonsan Peninsula: Korea’s Hidden Coastal Gem of Cliffs and Forest
Have you traveled to Korea? There are so many famous places in Korea for sightseeing, such as ‘경복궁’ (Gyeong-bokgung Palace), ‘남산’ (Namsan Mountain), and ‘종로’ (Jongno). But today, I’m going to introduce an underrated place to travel. It’s only known to a few people. The name of the place is ‘변산반도’ (Byeon-san bando Peninsula). …
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