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I was excited when I came to Korea on the 27th May but after a couple of days arriving in Seoul, MERS epidemic has popped out of no where when some guy came back from the Middle East and fell sick, naturally those came in contact with him got the virus.
As the time I wrote this post, it has been confirmed that 4 deaths had been arisen and 50 people has been confirmed to have transmitted with the disease. However, those who passed away are quite elderly and had previously diagnosed with respiratory problems.
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So, for the very first time in my life, I’ll be spending more than 2 weeks overseas and it will be a whole 3 long months in Seoul, during the summer helping some friends of mine.
So here’s basically some ideas on what I’m bringing over there.
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I’m not saying that I’m familiar-like-a-local about Seoul, but being there for a few times and also had to arrange for my so-called itinerary when I went together with my family, this is the least that I have to know.
Not to mention that numerous itinerary requests from my friends on Seoul…..
1. Cheonggyecheon Stream – This stream is connected all the way from Dongdaemun area to Gwanghwamun area. If taking a subway makes you feel sick (as in bored), you can take a slow stroll from either one of the entrance and walk to the other end while enjoying the paintings on the walls along the stream, as well as taking a rest by the stream when you feel tired. Continue reading
I’m in a dilemma choosing between Hanuel Park and Noeul Park, both are located side by side, or should I just visit both? But I decided to go with Hanuel Park, and I have no regret visiting there.
Although, this isn’t a season for the tall silvery grass nor the season for the egoistic sunflowers to be in bloom, however, without the grass obstructing your view, you get a clear sight across the vast fields.
This was my third time visiting the tourist-packed Nami Island, which is well known for its wintry white scenery! If you were to read my previous blog post, I have already been there twice during autumn, and it’s definitely a very huge difference when most of the trees became leave-less and everything became white.
Being a guide during this trip, my family were asking me why have I not bring them to Nami Island. But little did they know, I was waiting for the correct time and moment. What would it be? A snowfall, of course! Continue reading
After trying out the service of Wifi-Korea for the first time during my previous trip, I chose to used their service when I visited Korea again together with my family. We stayed for a long 10 days, thus I have opted for Everywhere Speed Pack pocket wifi which cost only USD 3.99 per day since it covers everywhere in Korea.
You may select to pick up at their office at no extra cost, or pay USD $5 (each way) to enjoy the hassle free delivery service to your Korea accommodation doorstep.
Note that delivery service is only available if you book it at least 2 days in advance before your arrival.
Superbly convenient, all you have to do is to fill in the form on their web-page and make your reservation. Instead of picking up at the airport like before, I visited them at their office, chose to pay the deposit by cash (100,000 won) and got the device on the spot!
It’s time for Global Seoul Mate’s 3rd mission, which is one that I can’t wait to write about! The theme for this mission is: Time Capsule, things about Seoul that we want to remember even after a long time. So here goes mine!
Seoul, the hustle and bustle city that could never stop turning livelier every hour when the sun sets. A city with their delicious sour spicy kimchi stew and ddeokbokki, or maybe a sizzling steaming hot Ssam Gyeop Sal during the autumn and winter. A city that could never resist Soju. This is the Seoul that I have always known, and hope this culture would continue to live up to many more years ahead. Continue reading
Wifi means a lot to people nowadays, and also the very first thing that might come to a traveler’s mind. As a blogger and a social network freak myself, I tend to spend quite a lot of my time online to either update my whereabouts or sharing some interesting stuffs in real time while traveling, or even just to contact my family.
Everyone knows roaming is a pain in the neck especially when you are not careful, you might receive a bomb-like bill when you get back home. I made a couple of calls (less than 1 minute in total) to someone I know in Korea and guess what? My bill increased for around RM20 that month! Continue reading
One huge question that will haunt every traveler, including myself, except those who doesn’t bother to plan their trip, will come faced to faced with it, Mr. Where. Especially those who eagerly waited for their first time experience in their dream country or maybe after a couple times revisiting that country. “Where should I go?”, this question forever pop up into the mind whenever you are trying to plan your itinerary.
After 2 visits to Seoul, endless researches online, I thought that I’m now confident enough to write this article for people who are feeling lost at where they should visit when they are in Seoul. Here are some places which I would definitely recommend visiting, and even I myself would revisit again when I had the chance. Continue reading
When Winter Sonata became a hit and people start noticing about Nami Island (南怡岛), I had to admit that I have yet to watch this drama, up until today. Nevertheless, being someone crazy about Korea, the words came to my ears pretty quickly. Yes, I have been to Nami Island twice, though not in the winter. Back in the year 2012 and 2013, during the same season in the Autumn, we find our way to the island by ITX train and taxi. It might sound difficult and troublesome to transit and catch a taxi, but never let these fool you. In my opinion, it’s probably the easiest place to visit out of Seoul on your own. Continue reading
Growing up in Malaysia gave me no chance to see other seasons in this country, only summer throughout the years. No cherry blossoms, no reddish leaves, nor any white Christmas.
Fall foliage, some called it. Better known as Autumn.
It’s finally past summer in Seoul, tree leaves turning reddish yellow, rain clouds cleared off revealing the clear blue sky, leaving the gloomy weather behind. Continue reading
Chuseok, the Korean Thanksgiving is just one day away. If you have read online about travelling to Seoul during Chuseok, you might find that most shops and places will be closed during this huge celebration. Nevertheless, in order for tourists to keep their days occupied, Seoul city had some great events to offer to those who will be in Seoul during this festival.
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Smart phone era. What is the largest issue for smart phone users, other than wifi? Possibly battery life?
I would love to say that you are lucky to be living in Seoul as it has announced that 5 outdoor recharging stations will be set up along the Cheonggyecheon stream. Drawing current from a collection of hydroelectric turbines embedded in the stream and will be fully charge in 2-3 hours.
If this project became a hit, it will be rolled out nationwide. A rather clever and eco friendly way of utilizing earth’s resources in my opinion, next time, there’s no more low battery excuses.
It was way past dawn with the sun tangling up high on a beautiful Sunday morning. Yet, I wasn’t woken up by the sunlight since I slept with a pillow covering my face. I was instead woken up by my overly excited mood. Once again, feeling refreshed from a cozy sleep after a crazy long night walk in search of a place that we do not know. Not even a name of the place, nor any picture of it. Though, described by one of my friend, that special place was a building located beside the lake. Thus, we took a drive along the lakeside under the dark sky, hoping it to appear by luck or magically. But it wasn’t found anyhow. Until this day, it still keeps me wondering what were we trying to find? Continue reading
After few months of posts about Seoul, I’ll finally be dropping a post about a place in my home country, Malacca.
Eventually it grew into an important port between trading ships.
Malacca is located south east of Kuala Lumpur, founded by Parameswara around year 1400, at the Straits of Malacca which was accessible throughout the year. Eventually it grew into an important port between trading ships that became the main reason triggering wars between the Portugis, Dutch and British. Continue reading
Have you watch My love from the Stars? Can you recognise this place?
Home of Le Petit Prince in Gapyeong-gun, (Gyeonggi-do, Korea) is another amazing place to visit in weekend as its just 1 hour drive from Seoul. Because the place is so popular mainly because of Korean drama’s location, traffic in weekends can easily add 1 more extra hour.After travelling 10 km along the lakeside road from Cheongpyeong Dam, in the direction of Namiseom Island, you will come across a cluster of white, exotic buildings on the left-hand hillside. From its outward appearance, it would appear to be a village that belongs on the Mediterranean coast or in a pastoral area of the Piedmont Alps. This is Petite France, a French cultural village set in the Korean countryside! Petite France serves as both a French cultural village and a youth training facility (Goseong Youth Training Center), and consists of 16 French-style buildings where visitors can lodge and experience French food, clothing, and household culture.
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It was a sunny yet cooling autumn Thursday morning when we started our visit to the palace, okay, more like visiting Secret Garden instead of the palace. After some research, we decided to go with Changdeokgung (창덕궁) for our very first palace sight-seeing. Why Changdeokgung, and not Gyeongbokgung, Changgyeonggung, Gyeonghuigung or Deoksugung?
Stamps are another great souvenirs during a trip.
Given the name “Turtle Marathon”, would you be thinking whether it’s supposed to be running or walking? Well, it’s actually a walkathon, under the theme “Namsan Trail Walk-A-Thon with Foreign Tourists”.
The 442nd Turtle Marathon will be held on next Sunday, August 24th 2014, from the heart of the city, Namsan Mountain to Hangang River which is one of the main tourist attractions in Seoul. Using this opportunity to stroll along Namsan Trail, you get to meet friends from all over while enjoying some beautiful and historical sites around this area. Continue reading
Good news to all business visitors that are attending large scale congress in Seoul! In an attempt of developing and pre-launching of the new “Seoul MICE Card“, something like T-money but only for business visitors, this is an electronic stored-value card that one could use it for transportation as well as shopping. Design of the card is simple yet looking stylish don’t you think?
Fast and easy way around Korea.
“DSK_3903“ by Doo Ho Kim – Flickr.
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Official websites:korail.com; seoulmetro.co.kr; smrt.co.kr; shinbundang.co.kr
For tourists and Seoulites alike, the Seoul Metropolitan Subway is without a doubt the fastest and most convenient way to travel around the city. Clean, affordable and always on time, it is no wonder Seoul’s subway system is considered one of the best in the world.
A big advantage of the Seoul Metropolitan Subway is its sheer extension, its lines stretching out a total of 327 km (203.2 miles) and reaching all of Seoul’s main tourist attractions as well as major transportation such as bus terminals, train stations and both Gimpo International Airport and Incheon International Airport.
The 17 lines and over 400 stations of Seoul’s subway system may look daunting to a first-timer, but all station exits and transfer points are clearly signaled in English, and ticket machines…
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