Life in Korea, travels across Asia, and other stories and unsolicited advice from an ajumma.
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Ultimate guide to a kid-friendly summer in Busan
Plan the perfect summer in Busan with budget-friendly lodging and fun activities in Korea’s famous coastal city.
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The best things to pack for your trip to Korea
From extreme heat to monsoon rain, here are some of the best things to pack for your trip to Korea this summer. Plus, a list of gifts to bring from overseas to delight your Korean friends and relatives.
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Ultimate Seoul travel guide with kids for summer 2024
From the best time to visit and what to avoid, here’s what to know about visiting Seoul this summer with kids.
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Where to buy affordable English books in Korea
From used bookstores to free shipping imports, here are the steps I take to get cheap English books in Korea.
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The most random things I love traveling with
Some of these important yet unconventional items I pack in my carry-on.
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Treat your scalp to the ultimate spa day at a head spa.
Yes, head spas are a thing. Yes, they’re worth every Won.
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Dos and Don’ts of visiting South Korea for the first time in 2024
TL;DR: If you must, show your butt over your boobs.
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Embarking on our family gap year and the importance of F-you money (and expenses)
How we came to live at the intersection of slow travel and low expenses.
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4 reasons why people think we moved to a rural farming village
When we decided to move to the opposite end of Korea, a lot of people had questions. Here are some answers.
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How two girls, an empty playground, and a fistful of hair convinced me to move out of the city
Recounting the day that spurred our decision to take our kids out of the city and to a rural farming village in the South Gyeongsang province of Korea.
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