Have you heard about ‘London Bagel Museum’, South Korea’s most hyped cafe chain? It was the NUMBER 1 most queued-for cafe chain in Korea based on the latest 2025 ‘Catch Table’ restaurant queue app stats. Recently there has been a London Bagel Museum scandal and workplace allegations (which we will detail) but based on our latest […]
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Aug
Aug
South Korea is becoming an increasingly popular tourist destination – but what are the uniquely Korean activities and encounters? From history to hidden gems, K-Pop to kimchi, we take a deep dive into the most unique South Korea attractions, covering cities such as Seoul, Daegu, Busan and beyond. Featuring man-made attractions like the Pohang Space […]
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Aug
Aug
Want an inexpensive way to see Seoul via the river? All aboard the new Seoul Hangang Bus (ferry), which covers almost 30km of waterway across seven floating stops. Running hourly during the day, you can hop on the Hangang Bus for a fare of just 3,000 Won per ride, paying using your T-Money card. Along […]
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Aug
Aug
From Wiggle Wiggle to Wappen House, Artbox to BUTTER, South Korea is the best place in the world for wonderful ‘weeb’ activities and to release your inner ‘Deokhu’ 덕후. We buy lots of Korean souvenirs to satisfy our nerd needs and cuteness cravings – and prices for plushies and super cool stationery aren’t expensive either. […]
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Aug
Aug
Planning a South Korea trip? Lucky you – whilst it is good to be spontaneous sometimes, there are certain requirements to consider before you arrive. Plus there are several popular South Korean activities (including Busan Blueline Sky Capsules) that always sell out and which are advisable to book in advance so you don’t have to […]
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Aug
Aug
Busan is famed for its beautiful beaches, traditional temples and hipster Seomyeon entertainment district – but Busan’s street-food scene and traditional restaurants produce some of the best South Korean food, no more so than Haeundae Traditional Market. Just a stone’s throw from Haeundae Beach, Haeundae Traditional Market is one of the cheapest places to try […]
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Aug
Aug
Seoul’s cafe scene is synonymous with cool beans, decadent desserts and Instagrammable interiors. From hanok style hang-outs to cool coffee shops with fun features, these are our favourites cafes in Seoul – cool coffee shop hunting is easy especially in trendy neighborhoods like Ikseon-dong, Hongdae and Seongsu-dong. One thing to remember – the Seoul coffee […]
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Aug
Aug
South Korea has it all, from cool cityscapes and beautiful beaches to historic hanok villages and island escapes. We’ve thought long and hard about the best things to do in South Korea, plus the most ‘mashisoyo’ (delicious) Korean foods and drinks (like soju or banana milk). Featuring the ancient attractions of Gyeongju, the tropical surroundings […]
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Aug
Aug
Busan bound? Lucky you – South Korea’s second biggest city Busan is bustling, blessed with beachside activities, hipster hangouts and 24/7 entertainment – there are so many things to do in Busan, South Korea. Not only can you enjoy Busan’s most beautiful beaches but there is so much sublime street food and Busan at night is […]
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Aug
Aug
Traveling to Seoul (South Korea) for the first time? You are in for a pleasant surprise as Seoul for first timers is an easy entry point to explore South Korea and an excellent place to base yourself. From the subway to Seoul day trips like the DMZ, we’ve got you covered – and Seoul is […]