What to See, Eat and Do in Korea (and Beyond)
When most people think about experiencing Korean culture, they picture wearing a hanbok, visiting a…
If you’ve ever looked at the Dongdaemun Design Plaza and wondered what it would be…
If you grew up watching Dragon Ball, there’s a pretty good chance you have at…
If you’ve spent any time in Korea’s design scene (or just love irresistibly cute characters), you’ve probably come across Muzik Tiger. “Muzik (moo-jik)” means “no job” in Korean, so the whole vibe of this brand is about breaking free from the daily grind and traditional work-life from the perspective of this chonky tiger.
And boy am I here for it.
Right now from January 15 to March 16, 2026, the Grammy Museum is hosting a special pop-up exhibition dedicated to Selena Quintanilla-Pérez, one of the most influential Latin artists in music history. This is kind of a once in a lifetime display for fans because many of her personal items are being shown outside of Texas for the first time ever.
Lunar New Year 2026 at California Adventure is festive, delicious, and just an overall visually stunning event. So whether you’re there for the eats, the characters, the merch, or just the celebratory atmosphere, it’s such a fun way to experience Lunar New Year with a touch of Disney magic! California Adventure’s Lunar New Year celebrations will be held from January 23 – February 22, 2026, so be sure to check it out if you get the chance.
So you’re looking for unique things to do in Seoul that won’t break the bank? Here are 3 super budget friendly activities to do in Seoul this winter that you won’t want to miss.
Korelimited is a Korean-American streetwear brand that launched back in 2013. Like so many of the Korean brands I love and support, their mission is to keep Korean heritage alive through fashion. But what sets them apart from some of my other favorite brands is that they really focus on comfortable everyday wear like t-shirts, hoodies and caps while still weaving history, culture, and identity into.
Imagine strolling along a softly lit stream in the heart of Seoul, surrounded by glowing lanterns of every shape and size, from traditional hanji lanterns inspired by Korean history to playful media art and interactive light experiences all set against a winter night’s backdrop. That’s the Seoul Lantern Festival (서울빛초롱축제), one of our favorite events of the year!
Of all the festive things to do during the holiday season in Southern California, visiting a home and garden store would definitely not have been on my list. If you’ve never been or even if you’ve heard about it but don’t really know what to expect (like me), Roger’s Gardens during Christmas is basically holiday magic with a gardening and decor twist.
That’s right, in Korea Jesus gets his very own birthday cafe and it goes viral every year. This event is run by the Korea CCC (Campus Crusade for Christ), basically a Christian outreach wrapped in the fun energy of K-pop “birthday cafe” culture.
One of the most popular Christmas markets in Seoul is the one held every year at The Hyundai Seoul in Yeoido. This visually stunning Christmas market pop-up is held on the 5th floor and features a new theme every year. This year’s theme is Atelier de Noël and it engulfs you in a woodsy Christmas workshop wonderland.
Benny Boy Brewing is run by a husband and wife team who wanted to bring an “urban-backyard” feel to craft beer and cider. They combine a working brewery, cidery, beer garden and “tank bar” all into one, so you can sip a fresh pint straight from the tanks, hangout in the beer-garden courtyard or even chill by the fire pits. it’s meant to feel like hanging out at someone’s house, and you definitely get that laidback feel.
This is how we spent a day as traditional Korean cobblers. When it comes to traveling, nothing beats a good hands-on experience. We always find them to be a great way to immerse ourselves off the beaten path in unique aspects of foreign culture.
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year” and Seoul is no exception. As soon as November comes around, Christmas decorations, events and festivities all start to roll out. For a little over two months, Seoul is engulfed in holiday cheer. Here’s some of our favorite ways to take in those sweet Christmas vibes.
