Because we arrived at Haeundae late afternoon, it didn't take long after we arrived for the sun to start to set. We headed towards the Westin Chosun hotel to start on the path towards the observatory, where we wanted to watch the sunset. The path to Dongbaekseom The path winds it's way on the seafront, past …
After finishing up at the temple, we headed towards Haeundae beach, one of the most popular beaches across the peninsula. During the summer, people flock to Haeundae to enjoy its turquoise water and clean sand, however, it is much quieter during the winter. Despite being only 6 degrees C, there were still many people about …
Korea is known for its beautiful palaces and temples, especially Haedong Yonggungsa Temple situated right on the coast of Busan.
For me, Christmas cannot be Christmas without some twinkling lights - whether they be on a tree, hanging from your banister or wrapped around your cat when it destroys the tree for the 40th time this week. I don't have a lot of decorations at home because of that last reason, but luckily for me …
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Home of the famous pink grass!
It's Dumble-a-dorable!
About 2 hours from Incheon (or about 1 from Seoul) Lies a little secret fluffy haven in Hongcheon, Gangwondo. Alpaca world is a 'farm' where you can meet alpacas alongside many other animals! Disclaimer: The park is clean and friendly. The animals are VERY well cared for and have a lot of space to …
Ok so by now you’ve probably heard of cat cafes. Many cities all over the world have at least one, including my little home..city,` Newcastle (I think we have 2 now actually) Animal cafes in korea are everywhere. Not only dog and cat cafes but there are now “zoo” cafes containing exotic animals like raccoons, …
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Yes. Are they cold? Yes. Are they sometimes just covered in tiny rocks that break your ankles? Yes. Are they the best place to get fish and chips? Heck yes. England has thousands of beaches along it's coastlines. Don't get me wrong you're not gonna feel like you're in the Maldives with crystal clear turquoise …
One thing I miss most about living in South Korea is easy access to a park. Sure there are small patches of grass with a few trees scattered about here, but unless you go climb a mountain there is nowhere really to get 'lost'. Having become father to a very good boy recently, my brother …
