This blog is no stranger to long dead zones. The no-post periods. I am not a machine and I’m also lazy—so that has meant I haven’t posted in…ah geez, four months. Alright, let’s see. How much has changed in that time?
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I am glad to be here in Spain—glad even for the moments of panic, when I wondered if I could even do this. Maybe glad is the wrong word. But I acknowledge them. I allow them space to exist within myself. Here’s my first month in Spain.
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Is it possible to apply for the NALCAP visa from Korea? The Spanish Consulate in Seoul does issue student visas. So, yes! Here’s my guide how to apply in Seoul.
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Last spring, my friend Abbie and I explored Daejeon’s Old Downtown, Eunhangdong and Daehungdong. Both little neighborhoods make up the older (but also much cooler) part of Daejeon!
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Here is a video of me reflecting on my life in Korea—why I came, what I learned and why I’m leaving. It’s the end of an era.
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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.
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Back 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.
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Part 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?
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The 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.
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The start of my new mini-series, Solo in Seoul, showing cool places to check out that I’ve collected over my three years in Korea. Hapjeong is a treasure trove of proud roasteries, vintage thrift shops and vegan restaurants in Seoul.
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After a seven month process of applying, waiting, filing paperwork and more waiting, I officially have my school assignment and my visa! I’M MOVING TO MADRID, SPAIN!
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This summer, despite it all, I’ve had lots of time to read. Here are my favorite picks, most of which are quite famous so you’ve probably read them. If not, here are some great reads to get you through this heat.
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This town, like many Korean tourist spots, is catered to modern comforts with the dressings of the wistful past. Is it authentic? I don’t know what makes something authentic or not until it hits me square in the jaw.
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I’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!
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While taking photos I met a lady from New Jersey. I expressed my disappointment that the torii was under construction and she said, “Well, you’ll never see it like this again! You can’t get this in magazines!”
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Today 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!
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What 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.
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Where do you go in Daejeon if you want really good New York-style pizza? Johnny’s Pub, home of giant pizzas, craft beer and the best birthday dinners. What is Daejeon without Johnny’s?
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Getting 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.
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