Cafes in Seoul are everywhere you go. Whether you are walking along the crowded main streets or taking a stroll through the less crowded side streets, you will surely find a cafe of some sort. People in Korea frequent cafes all the time. You will see people enjoying a relaxing time in a cafe at [...]
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South Korea, Spring 2021 – Exploring South Korea
Safety and Security in Seoul
South Korea's capital city of Seoul is very safe to live in and visit. CCTV (Closed-circuit television)/security cameras are everywhere. These security cameras line the streets, the inside and outside of buildings, karaoke rooms, restaurants, subway trains and stations, buses, and even inside elevators. I have never seen a security camera inside an elevator in [...]
Existing in Wonju
It's been a tumultuous month here in Korea, as I've dealt with finals week, meeting new friends, and relaxing within the city of Wonju. Thankfully, at the beginning of April I was able to go to Seoul and check out the Cherry Blossoms. All of Korea, they bloomed and created gorgeous pink pathways for folk [...]
Seoul, South Korea – Touring With the Locals!
Since last week was midterm week I spent most of my time studying. However, the highlight of the past few weeks was meeting locals and exploring the city with them! As I was studying in a Hanok (traditional Korean house) cafe, two twins came up to me and sparked a conversation! Since they are both [...]