New Gear in January 2010

by Paul Kang Apple iPhone Lands in Korea At long last, KT has brought the iPhone into Korea. The prices depend on what contract you are on. You can choose from the original 3G-8GB, the 3GS-16GB, or 3GS-32GB (the “S” stands for “speed”). Get a piece of Korean Apple fan boy history. Retail price without [...]

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Why You Should Blog

Blogging is changing the way we communicate. Here are a few reasons why you should blog, too. Writing forces you to clarify and concisely organize your thoughts. Blogs serve as a stepping stone to journalism and allows you  to record and share their thoughts and experiences. Blogging can develop rapport with an audience, help you [...]

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Beating the Heat

To help you stay in shape this summer, the Seoul Flyers Running Club, a community of runners, both foreign and Korean, organize weekly group runs, participate in races and coordinate social outings for runners of all levels. They offer a few tips on how to “Beat the Heat” and provide some running locations around Seoul [...]

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10 Sizzling Summer Style Tips

1. Fit is King Make sure your shirt’s shoulder lines (where the sleeves connect) are close to vertical above your armpits – if the lines are sloping off your shoulders, a smaller size will look ten times sharper. For pants, if you can fit four or more fingers between the pant’s waistline and your hips, [...]

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Know When to ‘Hold ‘em’

You’ve watched the World Series of Poker twice on ESPN, accumulated a million points on Pokerstars and won a bit of cash in your home game….you’re ready for the big time! Well, maybe not, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the feel of casino poker here in Seoul. The Sheraton Walker Hill Casino in [...]

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Why Buy Off The Rack?

Korea is recognized the world over as having some of the finest tailors around, winning many international competitions and having a reputation for being skilled in every aspect of suit-making. The most famous tailor services are located on Sogong-dong’s famous ‘Tailor Street’, located behind the Seoul Plaza Hotel. Tailor shops there have expanded on through [...]

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