THE READER’S 10: Favorite Place to Hang Out
10’s readers have spoken, and the answer is Hongdae! With its prime location and great artistic influence (Hongik University is the #1 art school in Korea), the area is brimming with art galleries, unique cafes, tons of great international dining, and incredible nightlife. Famous for being the hottest place to catch up-and-coming bands performing live, [...]
Domestic Hotel Chuseok Packages – Enjoy Great Deals on Hotels during Korean Thanksgiving
When Korean Thanksgiving rolls around, business doesn’t get done, and people are all home for the holidays. This means lots of empty hotels, and their emptiness is your gain. This upcoming Chuseok is your chance to get great rates on a nice “staycation” here in Korea. Make that trip to Busan you’ve been thinking about, [...]
Resorts in Korea? – A Reader Question Posted
Do you know of any resorts, near a beach preferably, that I can take my family?
Jaseng Hospital & Herbal Medicine Dispensary Tour
Jaseng Hospital, the premiere Oriental medical hospital specializing in non-surgical spine and joint disorders, is now offering monthly tours of the main hospital complex in Apgujeong and the Jaseng Herbal Medicine Dispensary in Sungnam. The tours will provide a rare opportunity to gain a greater understanding of Oriental medicine from an insider’s perspective. Participants will [...]
Riverside Relaxation
Words and shots by Gregory Curley Scenic cafes next to the Han River give good reason not to cross that bridge when you get to it. For those on the prowl for a little downtime, Seoul has plenty of attractions to choose from. Yet, as we head into the stifling months of summer, a string [...]
Wandering in Wando
Korean Destinations, 10 Magazine August. Words and shots by Simon Bond This summer, the road less taken leads to Wando County in South Jeolla Province. So you’re bored with Boryeong, you’ve had it with Haeundae, and you’re on the lookout for something out of the ordinary this summer? Try Wando County in South Jeolla Province [...]
Samcheok Beach and Ocean Railbike Trip
Join Seoulite on a trip to see beautiful beaches in Gangwon-do and ride railbikes–pedal-powered cars that drive on old railroad tracks. It’s an awesome way to travel! The cost of the trip is 65,000 won.
Kabrew Riverside Music Festival
Whether you like booze or music, you’re sure to find it at the Kabrew Riverside Music Festival. At this annual festival held in Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi Province an hour and a half east of Seoul, more than a thousand guests will relax on the river banks as they enjoy 14 hours of unlimited craft beer and [...]
Multicultural Food District: Ansan Station (Line 4)
Words and shots by Matthew Crawford Sadang Station: mild hunger. Gwacheon Station: craving Indian curry. Geumjeong Station: yearning for Vietnamese spring rolls. Gongdan Station: dreaming of a hot roasted shashlik. Ansan Station: you’ve arrived! Whereas Itaewon continues to be Seoul’s distinctive melting pot for world cuisines, the long, hungry subway ride south to Ansan has [...]
Review of the Banyan Tree Club & Spa, Seoul
Here’s a review of my complimentary stay at the brand new Banyan Tree Club & Spa in Seoul for my bday (how lovely). Two things I want to note here before I go on: 1) the primary purpose of this establishment is to be a private club for people who can afford the high annual [...]
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