Jeju-do (Day 3): Cafes, Sushi and Flying Home

On our final day in Jeju, we woke up, got ready and had our last serving  of homemade abalone porridge (전복죽). We seriously couldn’t get enough. After that, we packed our bags into the car and thanked the owners of the pension for a wonderful stay. This was quite possibly the most hospitable place we have ever stayed at. We wished we had had more time … Continue reading Jeju-do (Day 3): Cafes, Sushi and Flying Home

Jeju-do (Part 2): Pension Stay, Sightseeing and Snacking

Pension Stay My boyfriend and I always stay in hotels when we travel, but since we had our dog with us this time around we decided to look into some other options. The boyfriend found us a lovely (somewhat secluded) little pension overlooking the ocean. The owners of the pension, who also live on the premises, were very warm and welcoming. Since they had a dog of … Continue reading Jeju-do (Part 2): Pension Stay, Sightseeing and Snacking

Jeju-do (Part 1): Flying with Pets, Car Rental & Good Eats

Jeju-do (제주도), Korea’s largest island, is the most popular domestic holiday destination. It’s full of beautiful beaches, lush countrysides and forests along with amazing local cuisine. Taking a mere 1hr 10min to fly there from Seoul, it’s the perfect getaway for anyone who wants to vacation on a budget. Flying with a Dog (Domestically) Traveling is great, but for the boyfriend and I, it’s so hard … Continue reading Jeju-do (Part 1): Flying with Pets, Car Rental & Good Eats