Grévin Seoul, Korea’s premiere wax museum, will be hosting a slew of Halloween events throughout the month of October, and Seoul Searching is giving you a chance to partake in the festivities. Two lucky readers will receive a pair of tickets to visit the museum for the Halloween Zombie Night Tour free of charge on …
One of the great things about Seoul is that it offers a little something for everyone. This also rings true when it comes to accommodation options. And while there are plenty of comfortable spaces to set up camp during your stay in Korea, few are as quaint and conveniently located as Bonum 1957. Situated in …
Seochon Village is one of the most historical neighborhoods in central Seoul. Often associated with the middle class of merchants, physicians and translators of the Joseon dynasty, it was once known as the center of Korean literature. Stretching from the western gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace to the base of Inwang Mountain, it is an area …
Korea may be one of the world’s leading economies and fastest developing nations, but its modern history is a turbulent one. To the outsider, it can be difficult to spot the signs of Seoul’s struggles and suffering through the glitz and glamour of the city’s sparkling facade. But if one looks in the right places, …
I’ve been living in Korea for over seven years now, so it pretty much feels like “home”—or close to it. But, every once in a while I do find myself missing home, the good ol US of A. These feelings of homesickness usually arise when I least expect them. They might spring up after a …
Ever dreamed of rubbing elbows with the likes of Brad Pitt, George Clooney or Angelina Jolie? What about K-star heartthrobs like Lee Min-ho, Hyun Bin or Kim Soo-hyun? Or, perhaps you’d prefer to get up close with historical figures like Leonardo Di Vinci and Ghandi, or world famous athletes such as Lionel Messi. Well, now …
It’s a widely known fact that Poles love their vodka, a spirit with a history and culture that are as interesting and complex as Poland itself. Which is exactly why sampling the national beverage was a main priority of mine when visiting Warsaw last month. But instead of braving the bars (which sources say there …
Notice: The Beastro is now closed as of October 2017. This summer is, without a doubt, the hottest I can remember in all my years in Korea. The nights are sleepless, the cicadas are painstakingly loud and the air is immediately sweat-inducing upon contact. What better excuse to find a cool spot to eat, drink …
Situated on the slopes of Mt. Achasan and shrouded in nature, the Sheraton Grande Walkerhill Hotel is the perfect place to escape the hubbub of Seoul. Eager to get away from Itaewon, I packed my bags and headed there this past weekend for a bit of a staycation with some fellow travel bloggers. Upon arrival, I …
Horse racing in South Korea has an interesting history that dates all the way back to the late 1800s. Going to the races has become a rather popular hobby among Koreans of all ages, and most of the most notable races are held at LetsRun Park Seoul, or Seoul Race Park. Established for the 1988 Summer …