Haenyeo dive without any breathing gear and can hold their breath in the cold deep sea for much longer to be able to catch seafood.…
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On our last day in Busan, we headed down to Haeundae Beach, the most popular beach in South Korea. We went to avoid the crowd in the morning and enjoyed it even more. There are cultural events and festivals throughout the year on Haeundae beach, and I was hoping we would be lucky enough…
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The Jagalchi fish market in Busan starts outside. Fresh catches are displayed in front of rows of restaurants. I never thought I would be so excited to see dead fishes before <*))))>< I know, it seems like I am an advocate of fish markets, but the Jagalchi fish market in Busan is one of…
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The most iconic statue in the village was The Little Prince. I was never a fan of the book. It was confusing when I read it when I was young, and it still was confusing when I read it as an adult. Also, he is a boy. I liked my royalty as a girl,…
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I am writing on the train to Busan from Seoul. My friends are sleeping, and I am trying not to sleep and enjoy the view instead.…
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I knew about Sannakji (live octopus) from a colleague who had tried it in South Korea and loved it. My knowledge of Sannakji ended with his description, but not my curiosity to try it. So when we had the chance to eat it at Noryangjin Fish Market in Seoul, I knew I had to.…
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I was online with Amma the same day I went to the Noryangjin fish market. She asked me what I did that day. I told her I had gone to the famous fish market in Seoul. After being silent for a few seconds, she said, “But we also have a fish market here. You…
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Vi took us to a traditional Korean tea house today. We were exploring Insadong and wanted to rest. That's when she suggested Ppong Da Bang,…
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This post was brought to you from a transit airport. I am sitting in between my snacks and the backpack. Vi and Yin are sitting opposite me. We are waiting for the budget airline to pack and fly us for seven hours to Seoul. Yes, we are going to South Korea! It’s finally happening!!…
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