DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Walking Through the City of Silla Kings in Gyeongju Posted on December 19, 2025August 11, 2026 Gyeongju is a city where royal tombs sit in the open, not roped off at the edge of town. You walk past them on your way to coffee. You step inside one of them if you choose. This post breaks down what that feels like in real time—how to walk the Silla tombs without a guide, where Cheonmachong fits into the story, and how the pedestrian streets and cafes function around all of it. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES This Ultimate South Korea Travel Guide Will Change Your Vacation Plans Posted on June 15, 2024July 31, 2026 No matter how long you live there, writing a comprehensive South Korean travel guide is impossible. I lived in South Korea three times. As a teenager, I lived in Seoul with my parents. As an adult, I lived with my husband in Daegu twice. Each stay offered new insights and experiences, revealing the country’s rich tapestry of culture, history, and modernity. Although I lived in Seoul and Daegu, this guide doesn’t focus on either city. Instead, it serves as an introduction—a love letter to the entire country. Read more
FOOD AND DRINK Weekand Cafe: The Ultimate Brunch Cafe in Gyeongju Posted on June 5, 2023December 23, 2025 Considering that Gyeongju is always busy on the weekends, ‘week&’ is a great addition to your cafe hopping list. The yummy brunch cafe is tucked into the neighborhood and may be harder to find, but wandering the narrow streets and alleys is part of Gyeongju’s charm. Read more
FOOD AND DRINK Best Cafes in Gyeongju: Great Coffee with Beautiful Spaces Posted on June 5, 2023July 24, 2026 Gyeongju is one of my favorite cities. Luckily it’s only a little over an hour away from Daegu, so I can visit often. The city is a captivating destination steeped in history. As you step into its ancient streets, cafe hopping in Gyeongju becomes a delightful journey that immerses you in the city’s rich tapestry while offering a vibrant and inviting atmosphere. Gyeongju is the city with the most World Heritage Sites in Korea. 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