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Seoul Walks: Sweets & Shopping in Sinsa, Part 1

Psy may have put Gangnam on the map with his catchy songs and swanky style, but the now-famous district that sits just south of the Han River is a whole lot more than bowties and horse dances. And there’s no better place to get the true “Gangnam Style” experience than in Sinsa-dong, a quaint neighborhood …

Korea, curated Subscription Box Brings Korea to Your Doorstep

Canadian entrepreneur Marie Frenette and YouTuber Cory May have launched Korea,curated a monthly subscription box that features their favorite Korean products. Long time residents of Korea, the couple often dreamed of how they could share Korea with people around the world and give local artists, designers and companies access to a global fan base. Their …

Joykolon: Your One-Stop-Shop for Korean Fashion’s Spring Trends

Spring is upon us here in Korea and Seoulites could not be more excited, not only for warmer temperatures, terrace coffees and cherry blossoms, but also spring fashion. And while fashion trends are fairly globalized these days, there are a few that make Korea stand apart from the rest this year, which were evident at …

Hanging Out in Hyehwa

Once the center of Seoul’s art and music scene, Hyehwa is a neighborhood bursting with creativity and youthful energy. The area is situated in the northeastern part of the capital and is also known as Daehangno, a nickname derived from dehag, or “university,” because of its close proximity to a number of learning institutes. Over …

Korean Cosmetics for your Carry-On

As the weather gets warmer and the school year comes to an end, English teachers and expats in Korea are packing their bags and planning trips to exotic locations. Whether spending a few months backpacking through Southeast Asia, jaunting off to Europe, or heading home for a few weeks, travelers must stay conscious of their …

In the Hood: Ehwa Women’s University

There’s nothing I love more than spending a lazy Sunday afternoon exploring the neighborhoods of Seoul. It seems that no matter how many times I visit an area, I’m always finding something new, whether it be a park, a boutique, or a street food vendor. So, in hopes of sharing my discoveries with other curious …