Seoul, South Korea 🇰🇷

Among the big cities we’ve visited recently, Seoul turned out to be the most friendly and interesting - even if the freezing weather almost froze us solid.

A few days were just enough to enjoy the amazing food: kimchi (of course), bibimbap, famous mandu dumplings, rice cakes with different fillings, and sweet red beans (pat). For street food, we explored areas like Itaewon Market, Yongsan, Insa-dong Street, and the busy Myeongdong Night Market. We walked countless kilometers, often traveling by Seoul’s efficient subway system - always packed with people glued to their phones, even when stepping off the train.

Besides food, we also explored Korea’s love for fun and cuteness: endless shops with plush toys, keychains, photobooths with costumes, arcades, karaoke towers, and even indoor shooting ranges. Everything full of people - Koreans clearly know how to have fun. And of course, tons of clothing shops and cheap but great skincare products.

Along the way, we came across little street fortune booths offering horoscopes and readings. Couldn’t resist - we both had ours done. A fun and strange little moment to remember.

We visited Bukchon Hanok Village too, but it didn’t impress much.

Our last night ended past midnight at a tiny street bar with soju (Korean vodka) and snacks. We shared the table with Huan and Jo - two friendly locals who added a nice final touch to our stay. Thanks, guys! Though… flying to Japan with a hangover was a challenge😵.Read more