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Jeju Island Living: Tips for a One-Year Stay

2023-04-09

Jeju Island Living: Tips for a One-Year Stay

Wrapping up my year living in Jeju Island, I share essential tips on bringing a car, finding the right housing, and surviving the brutal winter winds.

Scenic Walk to Oedolgae Rock in Jeju

2022-07-25

Scenic Walk to Oedolgae Rock in Jeju

A relaxing stroll along the Olle Trail to Jeju's famous Oedolgae Rock, featuring beautiful coastal views, a peaceful park, and stunning ocean scenery.

Soesokkak Estuary: A Mini Halong Bay in Seogwipo

2022-07-19

Soesokkak Estuary: A Mini Halong Bay in Seogwipo

Explore Soesokkak Estuary in Seogwipo, Jeju. Enjoy leisurely kayaking or a fun traditional raft ride where fresh water meets the ocean.

Yongmeori Coast: Great Photos, Parking Hell

2022-07-14

Yongmeori Coast: Great Photos, Parking Hell

Discover Jeju's stunning Yongmeori Coast, a breathtaking spot for photos with unique rock formations—if you can survive the parking lot!

How to Buy Jeju Maum Sand at Jeju Airport

2022-05-08

How to Buy Jeju Maum Sand at Jeju Airport

Find out how to buy the highly sought-after Jeju Maum Sand at Jeju Airport's Paris Baguette, including tips for scoring this popular souvenir.

Arte Museum Jeju: Art or Just Video Playback?

2022-03-22

Arte Museum Jeju: Art or Just Video Playback?

I visited Jeju's Arte Museum on a rainy day to see if its famous immersive 3D projector displays are true art or just an expensive video show.

Driving Around Udo Island: A Day Trip in Jeju

2022-03-19

Driving Around Udo Island: A Day Trip in Jeju

Join me on a day trip to Udo Island in Jeju! From taking the car ferry to dodging scooters and buying famous local peanuts, here's what to expect.

Biyangdo Island: An Easy Walk for Seniors in Jeju

2022-03-05

Biyangdo Island: An Easy Walk for Seniors in Jeju

Join me on a gentle stroll around Biyangdo Island in Jeju. It's a small, flat island perfect for an easy coastal walk with older family members.

Brick Campus Jeju: A Lego Paradise for Kids and Adults

2022-02-28

Brick Campus Jeju: A Lego Paradise for Kids and Adults

Discover Brick Campus in Jeju, a massive Lego museum where incredible brick art and hands-on play zones make it a perfect stop for both kids and adults.

Jeju Olle Trail Course 6: Walking into Seogwipo

2022-02-18

Jeju Olle Trail Course 6: Walking into Seogwipo

Join me on a walk along Jeju's Olle Trail Course 6, featuring hidden waterfalls, coastal views, and a stroll through downtown Seogwipo.

Hiking Jeju's Hallasan: An 8-Hour Winter Trek

2022-02-06

Hiking Jeju's Hallasan: An 8-Hour Winter Trek

Join my 8-hour winter hike up Jeju's Hallasan Mountain, from an early start at Seongpanak to eating the best cup of ramen at the snowy summit.

Hueree Park in Jeju: Tangerines, Camellias & Animals

2022-01-21

Hueree Park in Jeju: Tangerines, Camellias & Animals

A fun New Year's trip to Hueree Natural Park in Jeju, featuring tangerine picking, blooming camellias, and animal feeding—the perfect day out with kids!

Cheonjiyeon Waterfall: Ducks Steal the Show

2022-01-07

Cheonjiyeon Waterfall: Ducks Steal the Show

Cheonjiyeon Waterfall in Jeju is a beautiful, gentle waterfall, but the real highlight is the fearless ducks that steal the show along the walking path.

Jeju Olle Trail Course 5: A Beautiful Coastal Walk

2021-12-26

Jeju Olle Trail Course 5: A Beautiful Coastal Walk

Walking Jeju Olle Trail Course 5, featuring the Keuneong coastal cliffs, rugged ocean paths, and beautiful camellia flowers in Seogwipo.

Jeju Mulyeongari-oreum: A Dry Autumn Wetland Hike

2021-11-26

Jeju Mulyeongari-oreum: A Dry Autumn Wetland Hike

Join me on an autumn hike up Jeju's Mulyeongari-oreum. The scenic trails were peaceful, though the famous Ramsar wetland at the top was completely dry!

Fripcamp: Coworking in Seogwipo, Jeju

2021-11-16

Fripcamp: Coworking in Seogwipo, Jeju

My review of Fripcamp, a temporary coworking space at the Hey Seogwipo hotel in Jeju. It offers amazing views for remote work, but sadly ends in November.

Starting a Year in Jeju: Moving to Seogwipo

2021-11-10

Starting a Year in Jeju: Moving to Seogwipo

A lifelong Seoul local shares the beginning of a one-year journey living in the quiet, remote town of Wimi in Seogwipo, Jeju Island.

Spontaneous Trip to Jeju Island, South Korea

2021-09-09

Spontaneous Trip to Jeju Island, South Korea

A spontaneous trip to Jeju Island featuring beautiful views at Hamdeok Beach, a thrilling boat ride, and beginner-friendly surfing in Jungmun.

Spontaneous Trip to Gangneung: Surfing and Ocean Views

2021-09-05

Spontaneous Trip to Gangneung: Surfing and Ocean Views

A spontaneous trip to Gangneung, South Korea, featuring stunning rest area views, oceanfront coffee at Gangmun Beach, and a tough surfing attempt.

Jeonju Hanok Village: A Disappointing Trip

2021-08-25

Jeonju Hanok Village: A Disappointing Trip

Join me on a casual day trip to Jeonju Hanok Village with a friend and his daughter. Expect honest thoughts, beautiful churches, and great local food!

Jeongseojin Cycling: A 60km Group Ride

2020-05-26

Jeongseojin Cycling: A 60km Group Ride

Join our 8-person group ride to Jeongseojin! What was supposed to be an easy 60km minivelo trip turned into a hilarious 6-hour adventure under the sun.

Cycling to Jeongseojin for a 100km Challenge

2020-05-04

Cycling to Jeongseojin for a 100km Challenge

A 100km cycling challenge to Jeongseojin with coworkers. Read about our sweaty ride along the Ara Canal and a well-deserved seafood lunch.

Seoul Cycling: Namsan and Bugaksan Route

2020-04-26

Seoul Cycling: Namsan and Bugaksan Route

A fun, non-stop cycling ride through Seoul's Namsan and Bugaksan routes, complete with a new personal record and Cycliq dashcam footage.

Cycling Daecheongho Lake: Cherry Blossoms

2020-04-20

Cycling Daecheongho Lake: Cherry Blossoms

Join me on a scenic spring bike ride around Daecheongho Lake in Korea, featuring endless cherry blossom roads, rolling hills, and top-tier asphalt.

Cycling Namsan & Haengjusanseong in Seoul

2020-03-29

Cycling Namsan & Haengjusanseong in Seoul

A casual weekend cycling trip to Namsan and Haengjusanseong in Seoul to beat the social distancing blues, complete with noodles and Han River views.

Gangneung KTX Day Trip: Eating and Market Hopping

2017-12-31

Gangneung KTX Day Trip: Eating and Market Hopping

Join me on a quick day trip to Gangneung via the new KTX! Read about my snow crab feast, market shopping, and thoughts on this coastal city.