How to Address People in Korea (Etiquette & Honorifics)
Foreigners may find themselves stumped when they realize that conversing in Korean is not as easy as one might think. When it comes to addressing people in Korean & Korean …
Foreigners may find themselves stumped when they realize that conversing in Korean is not as easy as one might think. When it comes to addressing people in Korean & Korean …
When most people think about Seoul, it’s usually about the futuristic architecture, modern buildings, and vast technological innovations. While most of these buildings appear plain at first glance, you’ll slowly …
Seoul has so many things in store for travelers, and to access some of them, there are some apps to download before going to Korea. After exiting Incheon International Airport, …
Seoul truly is an expensive destination. Whether it is a traditional or modern hotspot, its landmarks are teeming with locals and tourists alike, and exciting events often occur regularly; curious …
There are plenty of iconic landmarks in Seoul, but perhaps the most famous of them is the Han River, a popular destination that locals often recommend because of its beautiful …
The pandemic did a number on South Korea’s businesses during the first year, with thousands of shops closing, reducing heavy foot traffic in popular Seoul night markets, like Myeongdong and …
In South Korea, night time is when people come out to play— it’s the other half of the country’s notorious “work hard, play hard” philosophy. Bright, colorful lights illuminate the …
Hiking in Seoul has long been a Korean pastime, but the word ‘pastime’ is a bit of an understatement. Koreans love hiking, and if they invite you to join them, they seriously …
Five tastes generally describe Korean food: sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and spicy. But did you know Koreans have another sense of taste? This intriguing sense is called siwonhan-mat (시원한 맛), which …
A heavy focus on manufacturing since the 1980s has transformed Korea’s economy into a global industrial giant. It’s continued growing ever since, and recently the world has taken notice. Across the …