Most of my visits to Seoul have been during the summer and warmer months, from May to August. I’m from northern California where the weather is mildly cool and I’ve traveled to southeast Asian countries dozens of times, where it’s summer all-year long. Much to say, I was SWEATING for most of my summer in…
As a big kdrama fan, I knew I had to visit Yonsei University during my visit to Seoul. It’s a popular kdrama filming location for campus scenes like those in True Beauty and Extraordinary You. I’ve visited Yonsei University a few times now during summers and autumns, and it’s worth visiting in different seasons. Here’s…
There’s over 29 bridges in Seoul crossing the Han River, and many more outside of the river. They’re one of my favorite things to spot, as they’re all different. You also get an aerial view of surrounding flora and greenery depending on the season. Plus many are recognizable in kdramas! 😜 Some of the bridges…
I’ve traveled to South Korea five times now since 2022. It’s become one of my favorite countries, especially as a solo traveler. All of my Korea trips were on a budget to medium-budget, and lasted anywhere from a week to 3 weeks. You don’t need a big travel budget to enjoy your trip. Daily costs…
Visiting parks is one of my favorite things to do in South Korea, no matter the season. I’ve been to Seoul seven times now, and visit parks each time. The parks in Seoul are accessible by public transit, safe, and have plenty of benches for people to unwind and be surrounded by nature. As busy…
Seoul is one of my favorite cities to explore at night, especially as a solo traveler. There’s always locals and tourists out at night, and (as a visitor) I always felt safe. There’s lots of things to do at night in Seoul, whether you enjoy nature, nightlife, LED views, or peaceful walks. Most of these…