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Typhoon Hagupit passes over bloggers

Posted by starlagurl

... last two days. Not so big that a noob like me might not be able to ride but big enough to have power. Tomorrow will be even bigger. The typhoon we have been waiting for hit Jeju Island today and should be here tomorrow. - from Seoul/Busan, Korea Rep.

South Korea Starter Kit

Posted by missyjoymel

... , but if you like it, Korea's the place for you! You can find almost everything here, and always fresh. Busan boasts Korea's largest raw fish market, where you can sample as you browse. Fast Food: In the large cities you can find ...

Spring/Summer Festivals 2009

Posted by missyjoymel

... Cherry Blossom Festival 4th-8th: Jeju King Cherry Blossom Festival 11th-13th: Cheongpung Lakeside Cherry Blossom Festival 24th-26th: Busan Gwangaili Eobang Festival Celebrate spring and the ocean on one of Korea's most famous beaches. 24th-May 5th ...

Travel Seoul to Geoje - Geoje travel question

Posted by missyjoymel

... you there. The road maps are good in Korea--things are labeled in English. OR you could take a flight from Gimpo to Gimhae--Busan. And either rent a car, or take a bus to Geoje. People take a bus from Busan to Geoje all the time. This page ...

South Korea Starter Kit

Posted by missyjoymel

... --so it's strange to us from westernized societies. The culture is with the people, food, and language in Korea. Ulsan is only an hour away from Busan--so a weekend of "big city" nightlife, or a weekend trip would be pretty easy to achieve. ...

what should i bring and how much should i bring??? - Seoul travel question

Posted by missyjoymel

... . Nothing TOO heavy, but it's still been pretty chilly at night. Not full-on winter clothes or anything. I'm in Busan (down south), and I'm still wearing leggings under my jeans, and my winter jacket--but the need for scarves has been hit ...

South Korea Starter Kit

Posted by missyjoymel

... October. That's a lot I guess. It's hard to remember everything, but if you have any questions at all about either Korea, or teaching here, feel free! So many things are not even going to occur to you until you're actually here. If ...

Funny Korean Signs

Posted by missyjoymel

... in South Korea, you are bound to see funny signs! Whether English grammatical errors, or just a funny sense of humor....signs in Korea are always worth a good chuckle.... Here are some I've witnessed, but feel free to post some of your own. We ...

american - Pyeongtaek travel question

Posted by lsjdmb

american department stores and restaurants As in....which ones are in South Korea??? There are a lot of chains here, but usually, in very specific areas. Fast Food: McDonalds (of course) Burger King KFC There are some Quiznos Taco ...

american - Pyeongtaek travel question

Posted by missyjoymel

american department stores and restaurants As in....which ones are in South Korea??? There are a lot of chains here, but usually, in very specific areas. Fast Food: McDonalds (of course) Burger King KFC There are some Quiznos Taco Bell ( ...

Hostels in Seoul and Busan

Posted by keawatson1

Posted on May 16, 2013, 10:50:25

Can anyone recommend good hostels or guesthouses to stay in while I'm in Seoul and Busan?

what is the best way to get from Busan to Geoje - Geoje Island travel question

Posted by szkoci

Anyone could advise what is the best way to bet from Busan to Geoje? (I assume the best way is by ferry... however any alternative routs for bad weather days)? Thanks in advance! Marcin

good, better, KOREA!

Posted by thellie

i'll be flying out to busan tomorrow night for five weeks, and have lots to do - my friend has sorted every w/e for me: :2 in seoul (one cheerleading for her hapkido competition, the other at a traditional korean built guesthouse) :the mud festival : ...

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