Lotus Lantern Festival, EVERYTHING You Need to Know

Lotus Lantern Festival, EVERYTHING You Need to Know

April 21, 2024
It's spring in Korea which means one of the most colorful and visually stunning festivals in Korea is just getting started. Of course, we mean the Lotus Lantern Festival which gets started on April 24th with a public exhibition of lanterns.
Korean Fragrance Matthew Chang Perfumes Pop-Up in Hannam

Korean Fragrance Matthew Chang Perfumes Pop-Up in Hannam

April 16, 2024
Matthew Chang Perfumes specializes in floral inspired fragrances that really give off this romantic fairytale vibe. I'm not usually into flowery scents, but this line is so light, lovely and perfect for the spring that I couldn't resist! So, while they've totally won me over with their perfumes they just dropped their new line of hand wash and body lotion and I wanted to check it out.
Most Popular Events in Seoul, Korea for Spring 2024

Most Popular Events in Seoul, Korea for Spring 2024

March 13, 2024
Rankify has released their list of most popular March events based on search terms and Google Trends data (original article in Korean here). There are a few surprising events like the Korea House Kohojae and the Seoul Festa (which is targeted towards tourists). But mainstays like the Seokchon Lake Cherry Blossom Festival and the Gyeongbokgung Saenggwabang are popular events year after year.
Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival, Everything You Need to Know

Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival, Everything You Need to Know

March 3, 2024
If you've seen pictures of a train driving through a shower of cherry blossoms, chances are you've seen a photo of Jinhae's cherry blossom festival. It's a mecca for tourists and locals alike, attracting tens of thousands of visitors (if not more) each year. And while it may be an overhyped event, it is ABSOLUTELY worth the trip.
Things to Do in Korea in March

Things to Do in Korea in March

February 29, 2024
February will start with Seoul Fashion Week and continue on with Lunar New Year events through the middle of the month. And, thank to a healthy helping of winter activities, there's going to be a lot to do as winter slowly warms into spring.
Cherry Blossom Festivals in Korea

Cherry Blossom Festivals in Korea

February 28, 2024
This year, Lunar New Year falls on February 10th with the holiday starting on February 9th and ending on the 12th. The entire country will be abuzz with the four-day weekend so expect longer lines and more crowds. But the tradeoff is all the amazing events worth to fill our days and nights!
Things to Do in Korea in February

Things to Do in Korea in February

February 1, 2024
February will start with Seoul Fashion Week and continue on with Lunar New Year events through the middle of the month. And, thank to a healthy helping of winter activities, there's going to be a lot to do as winter slowly warms into spring.
What to Expect this Lunar New Year in South Korea

What to Expect this Lunar New Year in South Korea

February 1, 2024
This year, Lunar New Year falls on February 10th with the holiday starting on February 9th and ending on the 12th. The entire country will be abuzz with the four-day weekend so expect longer lines and more crowds. But the tradeoff is all the amazing events worth to fill our days and nights!
Where to See the Best Cherry Blossoms in Korea

Where to See the Best Cherry Blossoms in Korea

January 31, 2024
Spring in Korea brings a well-earned thawing of the frigid winter weather with warm sunshine and cool breezes. And with warm weather come festivals, none better than the swarm of cherry blossom festivals throughout Seoul and Korea. We have our favorites and recommendations for visitors who want to make the best of their time in Korea.
Seoul Plaza Ice Skating Rink

Seoul Plaza Ice Skating Rink

January 19, 2024
Every winter, an ice skating rink is set up right outside of City Hall in Seoul. Skating at the Seoul Plaza Ice Skating Rink (서울광장 스케이트장) is one of the most anticipated activities of the season and rightfully so. Not only do you get to enjoy a winter sport right in the middle of the city, but it'll only set you back 1,000 KRW per person (roughly 0.75 USD).