Korean Peninsula Island park in Yanggu, Gangwon-do

Yanggu: the DMZ Nobody Takes You To

Everyone goes to Paju. Almost nobody goes to Yanggu. It is the same border — 150 km further east, where the line runs through mountains instead of farmland, and where you need paperwork that no coach from Seoul will do for you. It is about 2 hours from Seoul by road (141 km). Here is […]

The Oksunbong suspension bridge over Cheongpung Lake in Jecheon

Jecheon: the Korea Two Hours from Seoul That Nobody Writes About

Jecheon is two hours from Seoul and almost nothing about it exists in English. It is not remote, it is not difficult, and it is not a secret to Koreans — who come here for the lake, the herbs and the mountain air. It is simply a place the international guidebooks skipped. We have been […]

The Peace Gondola at Imjingak in Paju, beside the DMZ

Doing the DMZ Without the Tour Bus

Here is the part most DMZ pages skip: past the Civilian Control Line, you cannot drive yourself. Not in a rental car, not in a taxi, not with a Korean friend. The Third Tunnel and Dora Observatory sit inside a controlled military area, and you reach them on a registered tour or you do not […]

Cliffs and sea at Taeha Hyangmok Observatory, Ulleungdo

Is Ulleungdo Worth It? An Honest Answer, and How to Get There

Short answer: yes — if you can give it three days and accept that the sea might refuse you. Ulleungdo is not a day trip, it is not cheap, and it is the one place in Korea where we tell travellers outright that the weather, not the itinerary, is in charge. Here is what it […]

Bunsanseong Fortress above Gimhae, Gyeongsangnam-do

Why We Started Filming Korea (and Gave Away Soap Bars)

In 2022 we started a YouTube channel. The reason was simple: there is a great deal of Korea that never makes it into English, and video says some of it faster than a page of text can. The first film we made was in Gimhae, in Gyeongsangnam-do — the sights of the city and, mostly, […]

The Dumujin cliffs on Baengnyeongdo Island

How to Get to Baengnyeongdo: the Ferry, the ID Check and the Weather

Baengnyeongdo is the northernmost island in South Korea. It lies about 17 km off the North Korean coast and some 200 km from Incheon — which is to say it is far closer to the North than it is to the country it belongs to. The Marine Corps garrisons it. Hardly any foreign visitors go. […]

The Fusion Delight: Unraveling the Origins of Korean-Style Chinese Cuisine

The Fusion Delight: Unraveling the Origins of Korean-Style Chinese Cuisine

Introduction Korean-style Chinese food, a unique fusion that marries the rich flavors of Chinese culinary traditions with Korea’s distinct taste preferences, has become a beloved staple in both countries. Among its most famous dishes are Jjajangmyeon, Jjamppong, and Tangsuyuk, each with a story as flavorful as the dishes themselves. This blog dives into the origins […]

Wellness dishes with traditional herb Korea

Wellness dishes with traditional herb Korea

This is a restaurant located in the popular tourist destination of Uirimcheon in Jecheon, where dishes made with seasonal ingredients are served. It is always bustling with tourists. We recommend visiting during peak season, but we do not recommend it during the off-season. Travel this route with us Chungju + Jecheon + Danyang, 4D3N — […]

The Best Resort in Korea for Rest

The Best Resort in Korea for Rest

Introducing the best resort in Jecheon, “Restree Resort.” If you’re planning a family trip with children, come and visit Restree Resort, located on the mountainside. It offers outdoor swimming pools and an indoor water park, making it perfect for family trips with young children. Moreover, the breakfast buffet, worth $35 per person, is composed of […]

What you must try when you visit Jecheon Local Market

What you must try when you visit Jecheon Local Market

There is a very spicy snack in Jecheon called ‘Red Fish Cake’ which is very famous among locals. The fish cake is covered with a red chili seasoning and costs 700 won per piece, which is not a very cheap price. However, it is so delicious that people often end up buying two pieces instead […]