Category: Summer
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Alpaca World Korea: Complete Visitor’s Guide (From Seoul)
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Considered the first and only Alpaca Theme Park in the entire world, Alpaca World (알파카월드) is located about 3 hours outside of Seoul and is one stop that I would highly recommend. If you love alpacas or are just looking for something unique to do, this is a great stop filled with animals, unique experiences,…
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Han River Sunset Cruise Review: Is It Worth It?
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The Han River is one of the top attractions in Seoul, and is what divides the city into two main areas – Ganbuk to the North and Gangnam to the South. Both are equally as impressive, with plenty of top sights scattered throughout both areas, however in my personal opinion some of the best views…
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108 Vows of Korean Buddhism: My Temple Stay Experience
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During my recent Templestay Experience at Bonguensa Temple in Seoul, I had the opportunity to learn and try the daily rituals of 108 Vows that are typically performed by Korean Buddhists every day. For each Vow, monks or practicing Buddhists will complete a full bow to show their dedication to Buddha. You can read through…
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Bongeunsa Temple Stay Review: Everything You Need to Know
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A Templestay Experience in Seoul is one of the most unique cultural experiences you can partake in when visiting Seoul. If you’re lucky enough to include this in your South Korea itinerary, I highly encourage you to read through this post to make the best of your time there and know exactly what to expect…
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Is Lotte World Seoul Worth It? My Honest Review
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Lotte World is said to be the largest indoor theme park in the world, and having been there multiple times as a child and now as an adult, you can trust me when I say this is one place you won’t want to miss on your trip to Seoul. Having been featured on countless Korean…
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Lotte World Tower Observation Deck: Is It Worth It?
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The Lotte World Tower in Seoul is 123 floors high, making it one of the tallest buildings in the world (currently the 6th tallest in the world). Inside you can find offices, a gigantic mall, an aquarium, a hotel, and of course the famous Observation Deck and SkyZone. In my personal opinion this is the…
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10 Best Things to Do at COEX Mall in Seoul
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Coex Mall is one of the most iconic areas of Seoul. From the Instagram famous Starfield Mall to the gigantic gold “Gangnam Style” Statue outside, there’s plenty to see at the mall other than just shopping. You can walk the entire indoor walking track, head across the street to Bongeunsa Temple, or enjoy a book…
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Is COEX Aquarium Worth Visiting? My Honest Review
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The COEX Aquarium was recently completely remodeled and became branded with the “SEA Life” brand. During my visit this summer, I was able to visit after most of the construction had been completed, and to be honest I was quite impressed. With incredible performances, interactive exhibits, and amazing sea life – you might be wondering…
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9 Best Things to Do in Seoraksan National Park
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Seoraksan National Park is on the eastern side of South Korea, near the east sea and Japan. As one of the top attractions in Korea for visitors and as one of the most visited and popular National Parks in the country, I highly recommend adding a stop to your itinerary, even if you can only…
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Afternoon Tea in Seoul : My Honest Review of Cafe Treeanon
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Even though Seoul is best known for its trendy cafes and adorable Korean desserts, you might be surprised to learn that you can also enjoy a traditional, English-style, afternoon tea. Hidden away in a quiet Gangnam neighborhood is Cafe Treeanon, a cute garden themed cafe that serves a beautiful afternoon tea set – complete with…