South Korea Travel Guide
I blog about traveling in South Korea and hope to inspire you to vacation in this beautiful land of the morning calm through photos and commentary. Enjoy!
Although South Korea is a relatively tiny country, each region has its own distinct cuisine inspired by geography and historical trade relationships. Traditional cuisine in Gangwon is surprisingly familiar…
Read MoreHave you ever tried Agu jjim? Agu jjim is a specialty of Masan, South Korea in Gyeongsangnam Province (경상남도), just outside of Busan. The most interesting aspect of this dish is that such ugly sea creatures (monkfish 아구 and sea squirts ) can be SOOOO delicious!
Read MoreSlip into this quiet tea house in Seoul for an afternoon respite. Suyeonsanbang offers a wide selection of hot and iced teas, perfect for any season! We were there in October, when the trees were dressed in their fall foliage and the air was just turning cooler.
Read MoreThere is a quirky town on the eastern shore of South Korea called Ganggoohang Harbor (강구항) that serves, eats, breathes, catches, sells, and ships only King Crabs (or "yong dae gae" 영대게). If you love eating crab, Gangoohang is a great place to have lunch or dinner after a full day of touring in Andong or Gyeongju. It's just a short drive east of Andong and north of Gyeongju.
Read MoreWhen a Korean recommends sushi (or sashimi*) for dinner, be prepared. It won't be your typical L.A. california rolls!
Read MoreI love walking through farmer and fish markets in Korea. Two or three blocks long, vendors display the day's seasonal offerings in fresh, dried, fried formats, and all varieties in between.
Read MoreItineraries, photos, reviews and more. South Korea is a beautiful travel destination with something for everyone -- rich culture, outdoor sports and adventure, shopping, eating. This English-language site is your guide to travel in South Korea, from Seoul to Jeju Island. Written by an American, it provides first-hand accounts of trips and excursions in the Land of the Morning Calm.
