DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES The Best Winter Festivals in South Korea Posted on November 1, 2026November 4, 2026 By Stacey A. Peters Winter in South Korea turns frozen rivers into gathering places and light into warmth. Ice fishing, glowing fields, and illuminated parks pull people outdoors instead of inside. These festivals feel physical and shared. Cold sharpens every sound and color. If you want winter that invites participation rather than retreat, keep reading. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Fall Festivals in South Korea That Are Easy to Enjoy as a Visitor Posted on August 1, 2026October 29, 2026 By Stacey A. Peters Fall in South Korea brings cooler air, glowing lanterns, and festivals that speak without words. From harvest rituals to fireworks over the sea, these celebrations rely on light, movement, and food, not language. If you want culture you can feel, not translate, fall is the season to keep reading. Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES Top Summer Escapes in Korea: 10 Adventures You’ll Love This Year Posted on June 20, 2026August 5, 2026 By Stacey A. Peters Get out and explore Gyeonju’s Sill Dynasty palace, Anapji Gardens and burial mounds. Take a scenic drive to Pohang and see the metal work that area is famous for as well as the Hand of Harmony reaching out to the heavens just off the shore. Sip the persimmon wines of Cheongdo and explore the train tunnel turned wine cave. Or delight in climbing the tea fields of Boseong, but don’t leave without sampling the delicious green tea ice cream and churros and bringing home a little tea for later. Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES The Best Fall Festivals in South Korea Posted on November 4, 2025November 4, 2026 By Stacey A. Peters South Korea’s fall and winter festivals celebrate culture, food, and light. From Chuseok’s harvest traditions to the Jinju Lantern and Andong Mask Dance Festivals, each event showcases beauty and community. With fireworks in Busan and glowing tea fields in Boseong, these festivals turn the cooler months into a vibrant celebration of Korean life. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Annual Firefly Festival: How to Dance with the Fireflies in Muju Posted on September 1, 2023October 4, 2026 By Stacey A. Peters Discover pure joy as thousands of fireflies illuminate the night sky at Muju’s Firefly Festival. Join us from Sept 2-10 for this magical spectacle! Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES Chimac Festival– Why Chicken and Beer is So Popular in Daegu Posted on August 31, 2023October 4, 2026 By Stacey A. Peters Daegu Chimac Festival brings two Korean favorites together: fried chicken and cold beer. Duryu Park fills with food vendors, live music, DJs, crowds, and fireworks. The festival has grown into one of Koreas biggest summer events. Here is what makes Chimac worth adding to your Daegu travel plans this summer. Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES Reflecting on the 10th Latin Culture Festival in Jeju Posted on July 14, 2023December 23, 2025 By Stacey A. Peters Uncover the vibrant world of Latin dance at the Jeju Latin Culture Festival, featuring thrilling competitions, immersive workshops, electrifying performances, and lively parties, all set against the backdrop of a picturesque beach locale. If you haven’t attended yet, why not give it a try? The recent 10th edition of the Jeju Latin Culture Festival left a lasting impression on attendees, including one of my friends, who had an amazing experience. Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES Blue Chicago: Live Jazz in the Heart of Daegu Posted on June 8, 2023December 23, 2025 By Stacey A. Peters Downtown Daegu’s Live Music Underground Located in the basement of the Eldis Regent Hotel in downtown Daegu, Blue Chicago Jazz Club is a captivating live jazz club. Reservations are suggested but not required, and an admission fee of 15,000 ₩ per person is credited back to you upon arrival. The… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Everything You Need to Know About the Daegu Craft Beer Festival Posted on June 4, 2023October 6, 2026 By Stacey A. Peters The Daegu Craft Beer Festival was a remarkable blend of craft beers, mouthwatering food, live music, perfect weather, and surprise guest, Zero from TFN. Standout brews like Bubble Chemistry’s strawberry sour beer made the event unforgettable. Read more