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3 Things You Actually Need to Survive Summer in Seoul

There’s a version of Seoul in spring and summer that looks perfect: cherry blossoms, river picnics, blue skies and sunny days. Then there’s the version you actually experience after about 20 minutes outside: heat, humidity and mild dizziness from walking everywhere. If you’re in Seoul during this time, there are three things that quietly make or break your entire day: sunscreen, deodorant, and hydration.

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Pokémon Mega Festa 2026 in Seoul: Secret Forest, Ditto Playground & Olive Young Pop-Ups

As if Seoul wasn’t already overloaded with pop-ups this spring, Pokémon just said “hold my Poké Ball.” The city has basically turned into one giant Pokémon playground thanks to Pokémon Mega Festa 2026, a massive city-wide event celebrating Pokémon’s 30th anniversary. And honestly? Even people who aren’t hardcore Pokémon fans are getting pulled in because the photo zones, merch, and nostalgia levels are ridiculously good right now.