What to check when checking in
One of the greatest things about travelling in Korea is the abundant supply of affordable accommodation. If you don't understand Korean then it is best to not book in advance. Often online...
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Some Fabulous Pics
Just some fabulous and random shots from around Korea. To see some more of Oliver's magic have a look at our galleries (above) or join his Facebook Page or Tumblr Page.I have put our blog into a...
View ArticleGangneung Unification park
A couple of weeks ago we headed down to Gangneung. A little coastal city that may Wonju residents love to visit. We prepared ourselves for a array of seafood and a look at some of Gangneung's best...
View ArticleKitsch Korean Art
Modern day Korea is kitsch and much of the art in Korea is also kitsch yet I wouldn't have it any other way.Any attraction on Korea is bound to have photo opportunities, places where you can stand by...
View ArticleHeading back
Today I am heading back to the land of morning calm to finish what I started. The month in South Africa has had its fair share of ups and downs...thank you friends and family for trying to help me...
View ArticleStanding on a River
The very first thing I am going to do is get a reason, or an excuse out of the way. If you believe what I say, then to you it's a reason, if you don't it's an excuse. Either way, this is the story:As...
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Pushing boundaries: Student's in South Korea
I recently wrote an article for Go Overseas about how hard children work in South Korea. I looked at both sides of the argument and put together my opinion!You can see the argument, which is very much...
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Mallipo Beach
This weekend we headed out of Wonju toward the west coast for a farewell party. I was nervous about going to the beach. Lately, the wind has been strong and nippy (to say the least) and as is the norm...
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Happy Valentine's Day...no White Day...wait, what day...?
Confused by the title? So am I. Let me explain.I believe that most people that read this blog (the whole handful of you ;) know all about Valentine's Day. It is a 'traditional day of love' on which to...
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Won Cashing Girls 원캐싱
Everytime we spot an advert by the "Won Cashing Girls" Oliver gets very excited. I am not sure if it because they are pretty or it is because their music borders on iritating/awesome (a definite...
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Jangdari Sikdang
We sit down, starved after a day of sightseeing and ready to taste something new. We get the menu, pricey, hmmm. The hunger growls in my belly and I realise I don't care about the price, I just want...
View ArticleThe Horror that is Yellow
Korea has been wonderful. We have experienced beautiful people, amazing food, stunning places, and a society that is crime free and efficient. Sounds like a fantastic place, doesn't it? Well, let me...
View ArticleBig City Life
We have been living it up in the big cities these past two weekends. First it was Busan and then it was Seoul! I love big cities, there is something so mesmerising about them!We took an overnight train...
View ArticleValentine's Day...no...White Day...no, Black Day!
What?Everyone of us knows Valentine's Day. It's a day on which big companies and corporations get to make lots and lots and lots of money. Or is it a day on which starcrossed lovers get to express...
View ArticleA climb to the top
Phew, can you believe it, Oliver and I are into our last month in Korea and it is steaming ahead quickly. Last weekend we headed to a place we have been meaning to go to since we arrived, Seoraksan...
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Korea Fuck Yeah
With just under two weeks left I watched this video again. I first watched it before we came to South Korea and I was confused. Now I have watched it as my year came to a close and it all makes SO MUCH...
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Korea...a video tribute
We just made a five minute video to pay tribute to all that Korea is....hope you enjoy it!!
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Korea...friends
First a tribute to Korea and then a tribute to the friends made in Korea!!! We love you guys!! Thanks for making our time here so special!!
View Article20 Questions on our experience in Korea
1. Describe your overall Korean experience:Claudia: Korea has been amazing! I am so happy that we decided to come here and experience a culture that is so different to our own. I have grown so much...
View ArticleOur year in pictures
I can't believe that it has been nine months since we left Korea and we both still miss the people, food, and lifestyle. It really was one of the best years of our lives. A lot has happened since we...
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