Korea in February 2025 | Local’s Guide to Weather, Best Festivals + What to Wear
Here's the lowdown on what's happening in Korea in February.
Here's the lowdown on what's happening in Korea in February.
One of Seoul's best events!
Here's the lowdown on what's happening in Korea in January.
Christmas in Seoul? Here's how to celebrate!
From fireworks to sunrises, here's how to celebrate New Year's Eve in Seoul.
Vivaldi Park Snowy Land is the winter wonderland of your dreams.
My top 4 ski resorts in Korea.
Unique and inspiring!
Here's the lowdown on what to expect in Korea in December.
Bongeunsa is 1,200 years old!
Here's the scoop on what to expect in Korea in November.
Hwadam Botanic Garden is simply spectacular.
Chuseok is one of the best times to stay in Seoul. Here's 9 ideas for what to do if you're sticking around the blissfully empty city.
Autumn in Seoul is epically beautiful.
Come autumn, pink muhly is a national obsession in Korea.
Here's the lowdown on what's happening in Korea in October.
Korean instant noodle fix!
Autumn in Korea is a stunner! Here's where to go
Here's the lowdown on what's happening in Korea in September.
A breathtaking aquarium cafe in Seoul.
The quieter hanok village in Seoul.
Beaches close enough to Seoul for a day trip.
Here's the lowdown on what's happening in Korea in August.
Lotus flowers bloom in hot, hot weather.
Here's the lowdown on what's happening in Korea in July.
The Sky Capsule is beyond adorable!
Here's the lowdown on what's happening in Korea in June.
Here's how to survive a summer in Seoul.
Lovely lavender as far as the eye can see.
Buddhist or not, this is one of Seoul's best festivals.
Shopping on a budget in Seoul isn't hard.
Get the lowdown on what's happening in Korea in May.
Cultivating a mitate state of mind.
Here's the lowdown on what to expect in South Korea in April.
Cherry blossoms in Seoul. Without the crowds.
Cherry blossoms - away from the tourist hordes.
Gwangyang Maehwa Village is plum blossom paradise.
Korea in Spring? Cherry blossoms, great weather and epic festivals await you.
Here's the lowdown on what's happening in South Korea in March.
Everything you need to know about cherry blossoms in Korea.
My top 5 cherry blossom spots in South Korea.
Sure, Seollal is a national holiday, but there's still plenty to do!
Need to get from Incheon Airport to Myeongdong? Here's how.
The cutest winter festival in Korea.
Don't leave Seoul without getting a facial!
Don't hibernate till the cherry blossoms bloom!
This is the most famous ginkgo tree lane in Korea.
Here's where to walk on a crunchy carpet of golden ginkgo leaves in Korea!
Ready to get spooked for Halloween in Korea?
I haven't seen anywhere in Korea quite like Jangtaesan.
Gyeongbokgung Palace at night is incredibly special.
ALL the best things to do indoors in Seoul in one ultimate guide.
Walk into the clouds at Mancheonha Skywalk.
Can't decide where to stay in Myeongdong? Let me help you choose!
Gyeongpo is a gorgeous East Coast beach in Korea.
Gongju in Chungcheongnam-do really should get more attention.
There's a Guinness World Record Buddha head at Waujeongsa Temple in Yongin.
Wondering what to do this summer in Korea? I got you covered.
Seoul Sky Observatory should be on everyone's must see list.
The DDP in Seoul is an architectural marvel that should not be missed.
If there's one thing you do in Seoul - let it be renting a hanbok and wandering a Joseon Dynasty Palace.
Seollal is an important traditional holiday in Korea.
Do Koreans celebrate Christmas? In short, yes. Aaaaand no.
The Garden of Morning Calm Lighting Festival is the holiday festival you NEED to see.
The Gangchon Rail Bike is a must-do activity. I've done it twice!
Seoul at night is a pulsing, breathing, living thing of beauty full of sparkly lights, noisy restaurants and crowds of people.
The Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain is the world's longest bridge fountain.
Confused about where to stay in Seoul? This guide will help.
There's more to Jeongdongjin Beach than just a crazy cruise ship.
Starfield Coex Mall is so much more than shopping!
Lotte World Aquarium is a perfect family activity.
Need a photo that will always remind you of Seoul - head to Seoulism Cafe
Days are hot and the sun is strong. Here are 17 spectacular beaches in Korea to beat the summer heat.
For an unforgettable cultural experience in Korea, head to a jjimjilbang! Never mind the public nudity.
The Seokchon Lake Cherry Blossom Festival has 1000 stunning pink trees to admire.
The Gapyeong City Tour Bus is the best way to travel independently between Nami Island, the Garden of Morning Calm and Petite France.
Changdeokgung Palace and the Secret Garden are most breathtaking in autumn.
Maemiseong is a medieval style castle that was built by a single man. Check out the magnificent views and be sure to take some fantastic pics.
With gorgeous water and incredible sand, Hamdeok Beach might convince you that Jeju actually IS the Hawaii of Korea.
From cherry blossoms to incredible autumn foliage, Seokchon Lake Park is stunning in every season.
Coffee by the sea? Anmok Beach is the place to go.
Eating ALL THE FOOD is one of the best parts of visiting Korea.
Selfies with sheep?? Sign me up! At Daegwallyeong Sheep Farm, you can spend the day with these little balls of fluff, while enjoying the gorgeous landscapes of Gangwon-do.
The Starfield Library was a sensation from the moment it opened. Bring your camera!
The Korean ajumma is a force to be reckoned with.
Abandoned places in Korea can be super scary, retro cool, or simply fantastic.
The Langogo AI Translator is going to change the way you travel the world. It's portable, two-way translation of 60+ languages at your fingertips and it's scarily good.
Banpo Hangang Park is one of Seoul's most popular and enduring local attractions.
What to eat around Jamsilsaenae Station.
All I want for Christmas is a high quality set of noise-cancelling headphones.
If you're looking for a steak you can bank on in Seoul, Vault is a sure bet.
The N Seoul Tower offers breathtaking panoramic views of Seoul.
The centuries old trompe d'oeil technique used at the Trickeye Museum in Seoul has been updated with something super futuristic - augmented reality!
Flying with a little person on your lap isn't always fun, but some airlines definitely make the experience better than others.
Le Tatin offers a rare thing in Seoul - affordable savoury crepes.
Dog, cat, raccoon, meerkat, book, board game, wedding dress, and even poop. Yup! Seoul is full of weird cafes. Visit Peach Gray Cafe for painting and pancakes.
Believe it or not, flying with an infant is not all bad. And here's why.
Seoraksan is one of the country's most beloved fall foliage spots.
I've never felt less Korean, than the day I was actually surrounded by my own tribe.
So our first long-haul flight with baby has come and gone, and we’re still alive to tell the tale.
The Bridge of Dreams in Suncheon Bay is made up of the hopes and wishes of children around the world.
Will Edward Kwon-helmed Lab XXIV appear in Seoul's inaugural edition of the Michelin Guide in 2017? I think so!
Wriggling sannakji makes for one daring dinnertime.
Extra desserts AND a discount for a meal at Pierre Gagnaire à Séoul. Sign me up!
At America's Roll and Sushi, I felt like I'd teleported back to Toronto's Bloor Street for a nostalgic meal.
The first of our Take 6 Trips in Korea destinations for 2015 in pictures.
A meal at Jungsik - the first Korean restaurant to appear on San Pellegrino's prestigious 50 Best Restaurants in Asia list, EVER.
Ten years ago, I was in debt and in despair. Today, I'm traveling the world and loving life. How the heck did that happen?
Our time by the beach was up. Next stop: the Seorak Mountains.
A "Mediterranean" feeling break on Korea's East Sea.
This fairy tale display of 21,000 flickering roses is only on display at Seoul's DDP until November 30th.
I couldn't decide if the giant rubber duck floating atop Seokchon Lake, or mass of selfie sticks, was more photo-worthy.
Wanna be a wall-climbing ninja, shoot yourself out of a cannon, or spar with a kangaroo? Well, it's all possible at the Alive Museum in Seoul.
Experiencing a traditional slice of Korean life at Hyojongdang hanok, over Chuseok.
All of Seoul's trendiest restaurants and cafes under one roof
Hyangnobong Peak was one of the longest and most challenging 2 kilometre hikes I've ever done.
Five fantastic places to visit in South Korea (that aren't Seoul, Busan or the Demilitarized Zone).
Packing for 365 days of travel around the world wasn't easy.
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