Why You Should Go to South Korea I often get asked about my favorite places to travel, and South Korea always lands in my top 20. While that might surprise some, I’m not sure why—it really shouldn’t. The fantastic food, vibrant festivals, friendly people, and its closeness to other exciting…
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Discover the beauty of South Korea with our travel tips. Experience vibrant cities, historical sites, and natural wonders. Enjoy delicious cuisine, rich cultural heritage, and exciting adventures. Make your South Korea trip unforgettable with our detailed blog posts.
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Tomatillo Tex-Mex Grill: A Taste of Texas in the Heart of South Korea
Mexican food is a hit or miss proposition. It’s not like there is no market or appreciation for Mexican food, it’s that very few restaurants execute the fresh tomato, onion, cilantro, sour cream and the perfect balance of peppers in a way that it doesn’t become a ‘Korean imitation’ of what Mexican food should be.
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Mansion 5 Hanok Cafe Review: Daegu’s Ultimate Brunch Spot
Mansion 5 is a beautiful Hanok Cafe in the heart of downtown Daegu. Like other hanok cafes in the area, it serves desserts. But unlike the other hanok cafes I’ve visited, Mansion 5 also serves American-style brunch, beer, wine, pasta, sandwiches, and salads. All the above makes Mansion 5 Hanok…
PLACES
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Stay in a Hanok at Hahoe Folk Village: Authentic Korean Experience in Andong
Stay in a hanok at Hahoe Folk Village Stay. A hanok is a traditional house built on a philosophy of Korean ancestors who sought a life of harmony, piety and simplicity. Hanks are traditional made of elements like earth, wood, rock and other natural materials. Hanoks are excellent examples of sustainable architecture that benefit man and the environment.
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Hahoe World Mask Museum in Andong, South Korea
The Hahoe Mask Museum has masks from many Thailand, the Philippines, the South Pacific as well as Asia and North America adorn its walls and display cases.
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Daegaya Museum in Goryeong
I woke up in the morning with the sun already high in the sky. One of the first warm days signalling spring was on the way made it impossible for me to stay inside. It’s strawberry season in Goryeong, which is the capital of the former Daegaya Dynasty. It’s also home to the Daegaya Museum and Burial Tombs and a fantastic day trip to combine my love of history while enjoying the warm day and blue skies.
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Brunch at La Mia Emily
Brunch is served from 11-1 pm daily and cost 11,500 Won per person. Brunch includes eggs (cooked your way or scrambled with/ without bacon), hash browns, sausage and bacon, tossed salad, toast or bagel, fresh fruit and your choice of coffee or juice. Today we had sliced bananas and oranges. Merline enjoyed an Americano and I had a caramel macchiato under a blue sky and a comfy blanket.
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Jindo Miracle Sea Parting Festival
The “road” is less than 200 feet wide and 1.7 miles long and will recede exposing a land bridge. You’ll have 90 minutes to make the journey there and back before you’ll be swept away by the returning tide.