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A Little Korean Culture
Posted by will
True about taxi drivers. I've been taken for a ride on a couple of occasions. I tend to describe Korea as being the country most at war with itself I have ever come across. Wanting so hard to modernise and be a world leader, but at the same time ...
A Little Korean Culture
Posted by will
Pretty much spot on that article. I've been in Korea for seven months now. Enjoying it, but it can be extremely frustrating at times. Especially for a vegetarian!
A Little Korean Culture
Posted by missyjoymel
Thinking of visiting/relocating to South Korea?? I came across a short article recently, that discusses Korean Culture and what to expect. I've lived here for over two years, thought this was pretty close to the norm here. Enjoy!
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 ( ...
10 Korean customs to know before you go
Posted by will
... you won't see too many of the older generation smiling. It's definitely a cultural thing, but like so many things in Korea, they're changing. By the way, I was on Ulleungdo (an island between the peninsula and Dokdo) a month ago and they are ...
South Korea Starter Kit
Posted by missyjoymel
... you just doing a layover there? If so, you should stay in Incheon. Not much to do, but you can get a taste of Korea there. There are a few websites that can be helpful: www.korea4expats.com/ seoul.asiaxpat.com/ www.seoulstyle.com/ If you can't ...
South Korea Starter Kit
Posted by criselle
Hi There.. Enjoyed reading this. Gives me a pretty good idea on what to expect in South Korea during our trip this coming November. Do you have any specific/preferred areas in Seoul that is the center of the city and accessible to transportation? Is ...
South Korea Starter Kit
Posted by missyjoymel
Hi Serochen, Did you know there are a few places online where you can practice English with other people? Here are some sites you can go to:
Seoul to North Korea Border
Posted by missyjoymel
A group that I've been a part of for a while is "Adventure Korea." They do DMZ trips a few times a year at a good price if you can get in on it. I think the actual time it takes to get from the border to Seoul averages at about an hour ...
10 days Seoul or Cheju?
Posted by nurlisa
... weekend in late september and am considering going to either Seoul or Cheju. Any recommendations on one vs the other? I have not been to Korea before so would like to get a bit of the cultural side as well as a bit outdoors if possible. Realize Seoul is ...
10 days Seoul or Cheju?
Posted by moonrays
... weekend in late september and am considering going to either Seoul or Cheju. Any recommendations on one vs the other? I have not been to Korea before so would like to get a bit of the cultural side as well as a bit outdoors if possible. Realize Seoul is ...
If you visit South Korea, why don't you visit Jebudo?
Posted by starlagurl
Glad you had such a great time, do you live in Korea?
Seoul to North Korea Border
Posted by oliveramber
Hi, does anyone know how to get from Seoul to the North Korea border and if so how long it takes? Many thanks Amber
good, better, KOREA!
Posted by wakingdream
... . I'm particularly curious about the mud. Sounds like good times. What gives? Is there wrestling? In mud? With...wait a minute! With girls? Beautiful muddy girls? Have a safe trip over you. Sam, you've totally sold me on Korea!
good, better, KOREA!
Posted by thellie
Korea is on my next trip the people fascinate me more than anything - they are fiercely proud of their country and believe some crazy things - check out the phenomenon of ... hehe, interesting....! but the amount of rooms i've stayed ...
good, better, KOREA!
Posted by stevejames
Korea is on my next trip the people fascinate me more than anything - they are fiercely proud of their country and believe some crazy things - check out the phenomenon of ...
good, better, KOREA!
Posted by ktje42
I'm a korean girl who lives in Vancouver. I had lived in seoul for 20years and 2 months ago I moved in vancouver. If there is anyone who wants to ask me something about Korea, feel free to ask me. Ktje42@naver.com I can help ur travel.
good, better, KOREA!
Posted by rbisset
I love NE Asia and Korea is definitely on my to-do-list. I met loads of really friendly Korean people while travelling (mainly in Aus) and have heard loads of good things about the place. Plus it's not overly large so travelling around should be pretty ...
North Korea
Posted by stereobread
... ;d chime in since I've been reading about the subject for a while now. Citizens of most western countries can visit North Korea relatively easily through a pre-arranged tour from Beijing. You can do this either with a group or solo and at any time of ...
North Korea
Posted by ktje42
... would be great to hear from someone who has made it there. I am a South Korean. I have been there to travel KUMKANG MOUNTAIN. The Mt is sooooooooooo amazing !It is beautiful. I counldn't go other city in N. Korea. cuases it was limited travel.
North Korea
Posted by stereobread
There's been some pretty interesting developments on this topic lately. Shortly after Bill Clinton visited North Korea and secured the release of the two American journalists the president of Hyundai Asan, the South Korean company that controls inter- ...
North Korea
Posted by oliveramber
Just in case you're still looking at going to North Korea the below website might be of some help.
North Korea
Posted by battlemonkey
As of...maybe earlier this year, I think...North Korea started issuing visas for certain "outfitters," but this is hardly an everest base camp trek. You are allowed to visit Pyongyang, view the Arirang games, and look at a couple other " ...
North Korea
Posted by kacee
... by an american reporter named lisa ling. she went there undercover as an aid worker and did a very good job i think of capturing life in n. korea...i think by the looks of it you can get the gist of what 'travel' there would be like... oi vey.
North Korea
Posted by Jessica_CDN
but to be able to say you'd been to North Korea..... that's gotta be a small club!
North Korea
Posted by rbisset
... the Ariang which I don't think is on every year. I think every trip deserves at least one crazy splurge and 4 days in North Korea will definitely be the one on the next trip Edit: I just had a look at the tour link you provided and €1390 is ...
North Korea
Posted by stevejames
... site for train travel. I can also recommend Koryo Tours - - a British company working out of Beijing who offer tours to N. Korea. I met up with one of the tourguides in Beijing when I was there two years ago, friendly chap. Apparently there are (were ...