CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES Daegu Opera House: The Best Cultural Night Out for Travelers Posted on October 11, 2015December 27, 2025 Opera in Daegu, you say? Heck yes. I put on my favorite little black dress and had a blast. Since 2004, the Daegu Opera House Foundation has offered a full schedule of local and well-known popular operas, concerts, musicals, and ballets like Aida and Figaro. We paid 30,000 Won each… Read more
WELLNESS ON THE ROAD The Best of Both Worlds: Military Support and Korean Experiences Posted on September 30, 2015November 15, 2025 I once referred to myself as an expat. But during a recent dinner party at my home, we welcomed “real” American Expats to a long promised and much appreciated home cooked meal. Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES Why Peking Duck at Quanjude Is the Best Way to End a Trip to China Posted on September 9, 2015May 3, 2026 This blog explores the iconic Peking Duck experience in Beijing, from the legendary Quanjude Roast Duck Restaurant to the art of preparing and eating the dish. It reveals why cooking it at home is nearly impossible and shares the rich cultural tradition behind every crispy bite of this beloved Chinese delicacy. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES The Truth About the Seokguram Hike: More Sweat Than Serenity Posted on September 1, 2015February 25, 2026 I expected serenity on the 4km climb from Bulguksa to Seokguram. Instead, fog erased the views, steep drops tested our nerves, and the line to see the Buddha stretched over an hour. Was the hike worth it? Here’s the honest truth no brochure mentions. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES What Makes Anapji Pond One of Gyeongju’s Most Beautiful Spots Posted on September 1, 2015April 12, 2026 Gyeongju was once the capital of the Silla Dynasty and remnants of its former glory lay all over this pretty college town. And although the original palace was burned to the ground in the 10th century, the man-made pond still maintains its original footprint where many remnants were recently discovered. Read more
MILITARY LIFE & TRAVEL Daily Life in Daegu: One Military Spouse Perspective Posted on July 31, 2015December 27, 2025 If we weren’t expats in South Korea, daily life would be uneventful. But in South Korea, everything from shopping to going to a restaurant, going to the movies, or riding in a taxi is an opportunity for adventure. And this is what I love about living in Daegu. The ordinary… Read more
SLOW TRAVEL & LIVING ABROAD Expat Life in Daegu: Settled, Wired, and Looking for Work Posted on July 22, 2015February 18, 2026 Settling In: My Journey Begins in Daegu My apartment is all set up. From now on, everything I do will be tweaking how I use the space. Our VPN works, and I can stream videos and order from JCPenneys and Pier1. I met a few of my neighbors and even… Read more