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Briquette Pepper Paste Grilled Pork
Food & Drinks, Travel Guide

5 delicious restaurants in Jeonju you haven’t heard of on the internet

Jeonju, the food capital of South Korea. Well-known for its street foods and generous side dishes, there is no possibility of going on hunger in this city. There is, however, a big concern for travellers like us. True delicacies of the city are being buried by the street foods whose popularity is blown up by the internet. So let’s say you are looking for something outside of the tourist epicentre (also known as Jeonju Hanok Village), you’re in the right…

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February 15, 2020
Tangerine farm Jeju
Food & Drinks, Travel Guide

A quick guide to tangerine picking in Jeju

High sugar content and thin rinds – the two distinct traits of Jeju’s tangerines that made it stand out from the rest of the World. On Jeju island, it is not unusual to see a tangerine tree planted in their backyard. We went ahead with our tangerine picking experience while we were in Jeju. This activity is a cost-efficient alternative for any travellers who would like to try the famed Jeju tangerines at affordable prices. Overview Tourist-friendly Tangerine Farms in…

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February 1, 2020
Seafood Jjamppong
Food & Drinks, Travel Guide

Ultimate food guide to Jeju Island – on a budget!

Jeju Island is the ultimate getaway heaven for Koreans. A short flight away from the mainland is a paradise on Earth, or known as the ‘Hawaii of Asia’. I had high hopes for the island seeing shows that document the daily catch by haenyeon, the breathtaking sunset scenes, the pretty stacked stone walls, tangerine farms and an endless list of beautiful nature. A spoiler alert: I ended up didn’t enjoy Jeju Island as much as I thought I would but…

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January 19, 2020
Jindo bus stop
Accommodation, Travel Guide

Homestay in Jindo – the tranquil island life of South Korea

For a true slow-paced life, there’s nothing like visiting an island, a homestay in the countryside that’s nowhere near the city life we are accustomed to. For that, we chanced upon a what you could say is a seemingly dubious Airbnb with tons of photographs taken with, perhaps a 2G phone but none of which is a clear photo of the room. You may question how did we still decide to go ahead with the booking? Well, what really appealed…

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January 11, 2020
Cheomseongdae observatory tower
Travel Guide

Here’s how lazy you can be in Gyeongju – 5 best things to do in Korea’s ancient capital

With so many day trips option available from Busan, we chose Gyeongju. An hour ride away, we arrived in the ancient capital of Silla dynasty also widely known as the museum without walls. Gyeongju is famous for its ‘photo spots’ among locals on Instagram but most importantly, it is home to several World Heritage UNESCO sites and of course, the traditional Korean meal and locally grown barley products. Most importantly, it is easier to take it slow in Gyeongju than…

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January 4, 2020
Gamcheon Culture Village
Travel Guide

Walk-through the history of Busan in 24 hours

Busan today is a thriving seaport and international financial hub. However, the second biggest city in Korea has her roots tied to a painful history from the 50s Korea war that lasted for 3 years and has not drawn an ideal conclusion just yet. In remembrance of her history, let us visit places and eat foods that were created as a result of the war when Busan was the provisional capital. You could also visit the museums that put together…

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December 28, 2019
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