Namdo Beachwalk

My best friend is from the Namdo area – Suncheon, and she would always tell me about the amazing food and nature because she knows I’m a fanatic of nice and picturesque views. Unfortunately, I never got a chance to visit her. Hopefully, through the next LearnTrip, I am able up to stack up on…

LearnTrip – Gunsan, Jeonju

A while ago, I watched a Korean movie “MAL MO E: SECRET MISSION” which was about a team of patriotic Korean scholars during the Japanese colonial era on a mission to draft the first ever Korean dictionary, amidst Japanese oppression to completely destroy the Korean language. After watching this movie, the upcoming LearnTrip to Gunsan,…

2019 LearnTrip, YoungJu – Moonkyung

This month, Ktour is hosting a Learn Trip to the Youngju and Moonkyung! The theme for this Story LearnTrip is “Sunbi Experience.” What’s a sunbi? A sunbi was a classical scholar in the Joseon Dynasty Era of Korea. I haven’t been to these cities yet, but I heard it is especially worth visiting during the…

2019 Learn Trip: Namhae

This month, Ktour is hosting a Learn Trip to the southernmost region of Korea, Namhae! I haven’t been to Namhae, but I heard it is especially worth visiting during the wintertime! I want to experience “tranquility” and “positive vibes” for the New Year! If I get a chance to go, I will definitely be posting…

Tongyeong, Admiral Yi Sun Shin’s Headquarters Pt.2

The dawn at Tongyeong! The sunrise view from our hotel balcony was truly breathtaking.  Breakfast is served! The buffet has both Korean and Western food, so I obviously had both.  Good bye Dongwon Resort! I’ll definitely visit again when I am in Tongyeong again! Our first activity of our second day was Adventure Tower! It…

Tongyeong, the Napoli of the Orient Pt.1

Visiting Tongyeong for the first time! It’s the southernmost city that I will be visiting in Korea aside from Jeju Island! Tongyeong is a beautiful seaside port city also nicknamed as the Napoli of Asia. I could see why! Because Tongyeong is a seaside city, it is definitely famous for its seafood! Our first meal…

Gwangju, Korea Pt. 3 (The Culture)

One of the major cities rich is in culture is definitely Gwangju. It is a city that is a combination of traditional and modern. I was able to get a chance to get a chance to experience both the traditional market and modern sites to get the full experience. First, I visited Yangdong Market, which…

Gwangju, Korea Pt. 2 (The History)

Gwangju is the sixth largest city in Korea and it is a site rich is history. It was the capital of the South Jeolla Province until the provincial office moved the southern village Namak in Muan County in 2005. Gwang means “light” and Ju means “province.”  As I was walking down the streets, I saw…

Gwangju, Korea Pt. 1 (The Arts)

Gwangju is the one of the biggest cities in Korea. Located in the south-west Honam region of the peninsula, it is the main stronghold for the politically liberal movements and support in Korea. It is home to many to Kpop stars including Miss A Suzi and Big Bang Seungri. Last week, I visited Gwangju for…

When You Bleed Coffee

As a grad student, coffee is THE survival juice. Drinking coffee by day, alcohol by night. Anyway, back to coffee. I prefer black, just like the color of my soul. A grande Iced Americano is my go-to. In Korea, surprisingly, there are great coffee roasteries. Starbucks is always jam packed and it’s a battle finding…