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Fish Appreciation – South Korea, Asia
Some things begin as completely bizarre, and are later relegated to
the boring state of "normal".
For example, there was a time when I would be surprised by a fish head popping up in my clear broth soup that tasted
nothing like fish. Its accusing sideways glare always made me want to
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The Art of Korean School Lunch – South Korea, Asia
If I had a nickel for every time I said ‘hello’ in response to one of my students in the lunchroom, well, let’s just say it would solve a lot of
my problems. Since those coins aren’t showing up on my doorstop anytime soon, I’m slogging through the days teaching English in rural Korea. Stepping
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Teaching English in South Korea: How to get started
Thinking about teaching abroad in South Korea? It’s certainly a great idea that thousands partake in each year. Before you start making lists of what to bring and long before you buy a Korean dictionary, here’s a few tips so, bluntly, you won’t screw yourself over as you prepare to go.
Give yo
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Hopes of Unification at the DMZ – North Korea, Asia
DMZ – North Korea is on the right
4/03/09
4:26 p.m., from an email issued by the U.S. embassy
The U.S. Embassy in Seoul is transmitting the following information through the Embassy’s warden system as a public service to all U.S. citizens in the Republic of Korea: Ple
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Eating in Korea: A Layman’s Guide to Dishes You Must Try
Korean food is as adventurous as the land and culture it comes from. Mountains of side dishes, paired with a sensory overload that is typical of Korean dining and you have yourself an experience, not just a meal. In fact, dining on Korean is a bite full of the complex culture; fire and ice, spi
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DMZ: somewhere on the 38th parallel
Since Saturday, I could officially say I have stepped foot in North Korea! But when I say “stepped foot in” I mean it quite literally. Of course I was simply in the DMZ, so I didn’t get to witness the true North Korea. For those of you who don’t know and as I just recent
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A Not-So-Calm Day in South Korea
Japan and South Korea share numerous things in common – among them: nameless streets, a tendency of co-workers to go out with each other after work for drinks, students studying ridiculous hours to prepare for university entrance exams, and cuisines typically unfriendly for vegetarians.
And ano
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5 Off the Beaten Track Spots to See in South Korea
Tourists and TEFL teachers coming to South Korea are often met with the same uninspiring guide books written by people who never seem to have stepped foot out of Seoul. This has led to the totally fictitious impression that there is very little to do in Korea. Nothing could be further from the
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Dumpling Impulse: Discovering Mandut Guk in Seoul
My third day in Seoul, exploring an alley off the main shopping street of Insadong, I was—what should I say—lured? Seduced? Neither of those words quite fits, so let’s just say that I was pulled by instinct into a restaurant, and I was gifted with the traveler’s treasure of discovery.
Loo
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Why South Korea Makes the Perfect Winter Getaway for 2013
South Korea is highly underrated as a travel destination. Often overshadowed by its well-known neighbors Japan and China, as well as headline-grabbing other half, North Korea, the southern part of the peninsula has been off-the-beaten-track for years. But things in Korea are changing. Lonely Pl
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Seoul Food and Dining Guide - Restaurants, where to eat out, and more
Koreans love to eat and dining out is a big event in Seoul. While there are plenty of gourmet restaurants to be found in the city, diners can also choose from a wide range of Western restaurants as well as street carts.Dining doesnt have to be expensive in Seoul as there are food courts selling chea
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Seoul Travel Guide - Your destination overview of Seoul, Korea
The capital of South Korea, Seoul is a thriving city that skillfully blends old traditions and style with modern culture. Seoul is simply bursting with interesting attractions and visitors will be able to explore ancient palaces, temples and historical sites, which are situated alongside modern amus
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Seoul Entertainment Guide - For fun, recreation, and relaxation
People from all over Korea travel to Seoul to party, shop and play sport and visitors from all walks of life will find plenty to do here. Whether you want to play golf, enjoy the vibrant nightlife or watch a play at the theater, Seoul has something for everyone.Most of Seouls bars and clubs can be f
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Seoul Sightseeing Travel Guide - Visit notable attractions and landmarks
Seoul is much more than simply cosmopolitan city, in amongst the crowded streets visitors to Seoul will discover a wide array of historical sites, which include old royal palaces, markets and ancient temples.Seoul is perhaps best known for its old palaces, and the Gyeongbokgung Palace is a great pla
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Seoul Shopping Guide - Find where and what to shop and buy
Seoul is a real shoppers paradise as it features a large number of modern shopping malls as well as large street markets where a wide range of products can be purchased cheaply.Many of the markets and shopping districts specialize in certain products, such as the Yongsan Electronics Market, which ha
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Seoul Travel Tips - Helpful hints and advice on local destination information
Featuring a vibrant, multicultural atmosphere, visitors to Seoul are sure to receive a warm welcome. Getting around Seoul is simple as there are plenty of buses and underground stations located near most major attractions. Visitors will also find plenty of familiar aspects here such as bars, restaur
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Busan Sightseeing Guide - Visit notable attractions and landmarks
Busan is famous for its beaches, spas and temples. The main beaches can become excessively crowded in summer and on most weekends of the year, while the enormous health spas one claims to be the biggest in Asia manage to fill up despite operating cavernous facilities over multiple stories.Quiete
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Busan Travel Tips - Helpful hints and advice on local destination information
Busan is modern and despite its towering skyscrapers and legions of tourists, quite compact and easy to get around. The underground mass transit system covers every corner of the city and it runs like clockwork.English is widely spoken and visitors will find that there are few, if any, things in the
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Busan Shopping Guide - Find where and what to shop and buy
Busan is a shoppers heaven, with retailers continually rubbing their hands together as tens of thousands of cashed-up South Koreans arrive in town with holiday money to spend. The central area of Busan is made up of three separate shopping precincts, but they are all so large they have joined togeth
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Busan Entertainment Guide - For fun, recreation, and relaxation
Busan offers beaches in abundance and soaking up the sun is the main form of recreation here. Other water sports like jet-skiing, parasailing and yachting are popular and the rocky islands off shore make for popular daytrips on chartered boats.Shopping is a big deal in Busan too, and many visitors f
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