SOUTH KOREA

South Korea is fun. They’ve been making waves in the global mainstream in recent years thanks to the popularity of K-pop, K-dramas, cosmetics, and Korean food. Like Japan or Taiwan, it’s a country we could see ourselves visiting again and again.

The First-Timer’s Travel Guide to Seoul, South Korea (2019)

SOUTH KOREA / TRAVEL GUIDES / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Aug 11, 2019 JB & Renée Macatulad

Korean brands like Samsung and Hyundai are globally recognized brands. People worldwide watch K-dramas and listen to K-pop. Myeongdong has become a hotbed for cosmetics and nearly everyone I know loves Korean food! Needless to say, South Korea is booming, and at the center of all that excitement, is Seoul.

KOREA VISA: How to Apply for a South Korea Tourist Visa 2019 (for Filipinos)

SOUTH KOREA / VISA INFORMATION / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: May 21, 2019 JB & Renée Macatulad

Beginning 1 July 2018, applications for Korea tourist visas will need to be coursed through a designated travel agency. The requirements are essentially the same but applications can no longer be coursed through the Korea Embassy.

Korean Food Guide: 44 Things to Eat in Seoul, South Korea and Where to Try Them

FOOD GUIDES / SOUTH KOREA / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Jun 2, 2019 JB & Renée Macatulad

As delicious and universally appealing as Korean barbecue is, I've learned that there's so much more to the cuisine than just bulgogi and galbi. Things like ganjang gejang, jokbal, and naengmyeonaren't as well known outside of Korea but they are dishes well worth flying for.

Seoul Food Guide: 22 Must-Eat Restaurants in Seoul, South Korea

FOOD GUIDES / SOUTH KOREA / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Jun 2, 2019 JB & Renée Macatulad

This list of 22 must-eat restaurants in Seoul includes some of the best places to try popular dishes like bibimbap, kalguksu, and Korean bbq. It also included four of the oldest restaurants in Seoul. If you're looking for solid restaurant recommendations, then these are 22 you should seriously consider.

Visit Nami Island, Gangchon Rail Park, and Petite France on a Day Tour from Seoul

SOUTH KOREA / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Nov 14, 2019 JB & Renée Macatulad

Nami Island is a must-visit for anyone traveling to Seoul. Aside from being storybook beautiful, it's a curious place that's unlike anything we've ever visited. There's a child-like quality to the island reminiscent of faeries, elves, and other playful spirits. We relegate them to fantasy as adults but here, they may still exist.

Everland Resort: What to Do at South Korea’s Biggest Theme Park

SOUTH KOREA / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Aug 10, 2019 JB & Renée Macatulad

Everland Resort is a Korean theme park located about 36 km from Seoul in Yongin City. It's South Korea's biggest theme park, receiving around 7.3 million visitors annually. Its most popular attractions include T Express, the world's steepest wooden rollercoaster, and Panda World, which is home to a pair of giant pandas.

JSA & DMZ Tour: A Day Trip to the Most Dangerous Border in the World

SOUTH KOREA / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Aug 10, 2019 JB & Renée Macatulad

Inside the DMZ, near the western coast of the peninsula, is the former village of Panmunjom which is now home to a small area known as the JSA or Joint Security Area. The JSA is the only portion of the DMZ where North and South Korean soldiers stand face-to-face. It's been called "the most dangerous place in the Korean peninsula."

Oak Valley Snow Park: Where to Go Skiing Near Seoul, South Korea

SOUTH KOREA / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Jun 19, 2019 JB & Renée Macatulad

Oak Valley Snow Park is a ski resort in Gangwon province, about one-and-a-half hours away from Seoul. It has 3 ski lifts and is home to 9 slopes – 2 green, 5 blue, and 2 black lines. There's a small bunny hill for people who want to go sledding as well.