My time in South Korea has come to an end. If this were a video game, I’ve cleared the map. Saying goodbye was so much harder than I expected. I tried holding it together, I really did.
Read MoreBack with another Solo in Seoul. This time we’re talking about HBC: the gayer, trendier cousin of Itaewon—and it’s actually right next to it.
Read MorePart of my Solo in Seoul series. Alriiiight Itaewon probably needs no introduction. Yes, the Itaewon from Itaewon Class. It’s the infamous foreigner district in Seoul. So, what’s good in Itaewon?
Read MoreThe DMZ is the DeMilitarized Zone, the border between North and South Korea, the 38th parallel. There lies many observatories and even a cable car, along with the legacy of a brutal war and the mythologizing that came after.
Read MoreI’ve been going to TSC Gym for three months now, and I am so much stronger, faster and well-trained than when I started. Punching and kicking things is SO fun, who knew?? My friend, Abbie G, made this video about it!
Read MoreToday for Daejeon Highlights, we’re covering the underground shopping mall. Any Korean city with a subway will have one of these, but Daejeon’s has some unique things in it that I’m excited to talk about!
Read MoreWhat makes little Gunsan worth the time? Well, there’s the Korean classics: cafes, museums, and good food. And it’s got some of the only remaining examples of Japanese architecture left in Korea.
Read MoreGetting help can be a matter of life or death, and I believe it’s really important to be aware of what resources you do have in South Korea—in Seoul, Daejeon or online.
Read MoreI love my monthly updates. Sometimes, I run out of stuff to say though. This is one of those times. So let’s spice it the format a little.
Read MoreMy friend Abbie G and I collabed for a vlog showcasing the Youth We Can Center in Daejeon. If you’re into rock climbing—you’re in for a treat.
Read MoreOkay, so you’re thinking about living in South Korea. Everyone knows Seoul, but what are the other options? Here’s a breakdown of the 7 major cities and 9 regions in South Korea.
Read MoreWhile there were a few more restrictions due to the pandemic, Daecheon beach was still open for those masked-up vacationers.
Read MoreHere’s another installment of my monthly updates. Vaccines are still a distant blip on the horizon, but at least cases here are low for now. It’s relieving to be able to make mac n cheese for friends.
Read MoreThis week, my coteachers and I went out for pufferfish (복어)—interesting, delicious—and then drove to Interview Mansion, one of Daejeon’s most instagram-able cafes.
Read MoreLast Saturday my friends and I decided to do a little (read: long) Halloween hike. We settled on Gyeryongsan 계룡산.
Read MoreThe temperature’s dropped. The fall sweaters are pulled out. Roasted sweet potato carts line the streets. It’s all very dark academia.
Read MoreIf there’s one concern I hear my family most, it’s how well I’m able to eat here in Korea. Here’s my tips about Korean food and food culture.
Read MoreHow's it been, in my own words? Exciting, terrifying, so busy.
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