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Life in Korea
The Kondae area in Seoul is a university district that is popular with young people and is famous for its shopping and nightlife. Let’s take a look at the top 10 things to do in Kondae...
Study Korean
Looking for your next study adventure? Look no more! Korea has one of the best education systems, boasting a top-50 university ranking in the world. Living and studying in Korea has become one of the...
Life in Korea
Dongguk University is located in the large area of Jung-gu district, in Seoul. There are plenty of things to do and visit in this area. In this article we give you some ideas on how...
Korean Culture
Just like the rest of the world, Koreans celebrate Valentine’s Day on February 14 too. In case you might be wondering, what do couples do to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Korea? It could be going...
News
Have you heard of the Digital Nomad Visa for South Korea? Are you looking for an opportunity to work remotely or at a place of your choice? Due to the occurrence of the global pandemic...
Korean Culture
If you decide to live and study in Korea, one of the most typical ways to make new friends with Koreans and to become closer to them is to go for a drink together. You...
Life in Korea
Christmas in Korea (크리스마스, keuriseumaseu, the Hangul transliteration of Christmas) is not as widely celebrated as it is in the West. While it is a public holiday with schools and offices closed, the festivities typically...
Food&Drinks
As the weather is becoming cooler and the trees start shedding their leaves, there is a shift in popular food items in South Korea, especially traditional Korean dishes. Through this guide we will explore some...
Life in Korea
Those who move to Korea for long-term study often ask a question that should not be underestimated: where can one find household items? In this article we give you tips on where to find household...
Life in Korea
Last updated: March 2024. When living and studying in South Korea, it is natural to want to send souvenirs abroad to friends and family as well as if you think your items won’t all fit...
Food&Drinks
Very often we hear that it’s hard to find vegetarian food in Korea. Indeed, when talking about Korean dishes, three main elements generally come to mind immediately: rice, spiciness and meat. Because of this last,...
Life in Korea
The Korean summer is hot and humid and therefore a bit hard to bear. However, there are various tricks to cool off in summer in Korea, in particular getting a portable fan and enjoying various...
Korean Culture
Korean couples love celebrating anniversaries, sharing food, and having experiences together. Here are some more fun facts about Korean couple culture in Korea. Korean couple items are a thing! In Korea, it’s normal to see...
Korean Culture
Korea is a modern, technological country that has nevertheless remained very attached to traditions – including Korean superstitions (미신, misin). Even if many Koreans claim not to believe in them, they still continue to do...
Life in Korea
Whether you’re planning a short-term or long-term stay, you’ll want to get your hands on a SIM card in Korea as soon as possible after arriving.  We will discuss your options for SIM card in...
Life in Korea
For those living in Korea, no matter for a short or long time, you will definitely need to know how the Korean recycling system works. Recycling in Korea might seem a bit complicated and confusing...
Life in Korea
If you are in South Korea on a long-term visa, such as a study or work visa, you will need to apply for a Korean Residence Card, or formerly known as the Alien Registration Card...
Food&Drinks
Eating gluten-free in Korea is not easy at all because celiac disease is not widespread in the country, so there is little attention paid to this condition. However, finding gluten-free dishes is not impossible. In...
Life in Korea
If you are in South Korea, you may need to buy some medication, whether for a flu, stomach ache, etc. Therefore, you may need to go to a pharmacy in Korea, while pyeoneuijeom (convenience store)...
Study Korean
First of all, what is a study trip? A study trip is a short study trip abroad, usually lasting a few weeks, and it combines an intensive language course with fun extracurricular activities. A study...
Life in Korea
Latest update: March 2024. Daegu is the fourth largest city in Korea after Seoul, Busan and Incheon, and it is definitely worth considering if you’re thinking of studying in Korea. It is indeed a metropolitan city...
Korean Culture
Blood type in Korea is not classified differently from ours, and is therefore divided into groups A, B, AB and 0. However, it is believed in Korea that blood type influences one’s personality and therefore...
Life in Korea
If you decide to live in Korea for study or work, you may need to open a bank account at some point. A Korean bank account is certainly useful for making payments and transactions, but...
Life in Korea
Many people wonder if it is really worth leaving the comforts of being at home to study abroad and, in particular, what are the reasons to study in Korea. Of course, everyone has their own...
Korean Culture
Although there are many different types of houses in Korea, from flats in 40-story buildings and above, to slightly older cottages, to studios and goshiwons, the items that you can find inside a typical Korean...
Life in Korea
In Korea, you may be given an address as an indication to go somewhere. However, the structure of a Korean address can be confusing, especially if you don’t know how to read the Hangeul alphabet....
Life in Korea
The costs of living alone abroad can be high sometimes, but there are still several tips you can follow to save money in Korea. In this article, we have put together some advice if you...
Life in Korea
Latest updated: March 2024. A key part of your study trip to Korea will be the choice of accommodation. There are various options of student accommodation in Korea. Many of these can be expensive, especially...
Life in Korea
Latest update: March 2024. One of the most convenient accommodations for out-of-town students studying Korean is definitely the university dormitory in Korea, which is cheap, comfortable and practical. If you decide to study in Korea,...
Life in Korea
Article updated on January 2024 Those who want to visit South Korea often wonder about the best time of year to go, so that they can go at a time when they can take advantage...
Life in Korea
Last update on February 2024. In recent years, South Korea has become one of the most popular places to study in Asia. The Hallyu wave and all things K-pop, K-drama and Korean cosmetics are gaining...
Life in Korea
Last updated on February 2024. Life as an out-of-town student is never easy. You often face financial difficulties, especially if you live abroad. But Korea will help you relieve the financial burden. If you are...
Life in Korea
Last updated on February 2024. Are you thinking of living and studying in Korea, but have no idea about how much it would cost? In this article, you will find information about prices for accommodation,...
Life in Korea
Last update on February 2024 Are you thinking about living and studying in South Korea, but have a lot of questions that you can’t find the answers to? This is totally normal and there are...
Life in Korea
Getting around in the big cities such as Seoul and Busan is very easy thanks to the efficient subway systems. However, traveling around Korea by train and buses can be a bit confusing. So let’s...
Life in Korea
Last update on February 2024 These are the apps you need in Korea. Some are essential for functioning in Korean society and some are recommended apps that can help you enjoy your time in Korea...
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