Gyeongbokgung Hanbok Rental: Free Palace Entry & Tips A Gyeongbokgung hanbok rental is one of the easiest cultural experiences to add to a Seoul itinerary. Rent a hanbok near the palace, change into it, take photos around Gyeongbokgung and Bukchon, then return the clothes a few hours later. There’s also another benefit: visitors wearing qualifying … Read more
Han River Ramen Guide: How to Cook Ramyeon Like a Local Trying Han River ramen is one of the easiest ways to experience Seoul like a local. You buy a packet of Korean ramyeon from a convenience store, place it inside a special cooking container, use the self-service machine and carry the steaming noodles outside … Read more
Korean BBQ Etiquette: How to Eat Korean Barbecue Like a Local Understanding Korean BBQ etiquette makes your first Korean barbecue experience much easier. When you sit down, you may suddenly have a grill, several side dishes, raw meat, scissors, tongs and lettuce in front of you. Then comes the confusing part. Who cooks the meat? … Read more
Korean Hair Salon Guide: What Foreign Travelers Should Know Visiting a Korean hair salon can be a fun addition to your Korea trip, especially if you’re interested in Korean hairstyles, beauty trends or simply want a fresh haircut while traveling. Korean salons offer everything from basic cuts and styling to perms, coloring, scalp care and … Read more
K-Pop and K-Drama Locations in Seoul: 7 Must-Visit Spots If you’re looking for K-pop and K-drama locations in Seoul, you can easily turn a normal sightseeing trip into your own Korean Wave pilgrimage. Seoul is filled with entertainment-company landmarks, K-pop shopping spots and locations that appeared in famous Korean dramas. The best part is that … Read more
Korean Jjimjilbang Guide: How to Use a Sauna in Korea Visiting a Korean jjimjilbang can be one of the most memorable cultural experiences during a trip to Korea. But if you’ve never been to one before, the first visit can also be confusing. Where do you change clothes? Are the baths separated by gender? Do … Read more
Is Seoul safe at night? This is one of the questions international travelers often ask before their first trip to Korea. Seoul stays active surprisingly late. Restaurants, convenience stores, cafés and entertainment districts can remain busy long after sunset, and you’ll often see people using public transportation or walking around the city at night. That … Read more
5 Korean Convenience Store Foods You Should Try Convenience stores are everywhere in South Korea, but they are much more than places to buy drinks and snacks. Walk into a convenience store in Seoul and you will find complete lunch boxes, rice dishes, ramyeon, tteokbokki, desserts, coffee, and dozens of quick meals. For international travelers, … Read more
What Is a Korean Skincare Routine? Korean skincare has become popular around the world for its focus on hydration, gentle care, and maintaining healthy-looking skin over time. If you are new to K-beauty, however, you may have heard that a Korean skincare routine requires 10 different steps every morning and night. It doesn’t. Many people … Read more
