Andong is the cultural heart of South Korea. Centuries-old traditions are still alive here. People dance with wooden masks and still live in traditional houses. But there’s also…
Hahoe Folk Village in South Korea is an open-air museum AND a village where people still live in traditional houses that have existed for centuries. I walk along narrow paths between traditional houses, see laundry hanging, hear children playing, and smell cooking aromas. Back in time, but with wifi.
Gangneung. South Korea’s coffee city. When I read that, I immediately thought: barista workshops, coffee tastings, and an exclusive coffee experience. So when I traveled south from Sokcho, Gangneung seemed like the perfect stopover. It turned out differently than I expected, but it was a wonderfully relaxed day.
Sokcho is a coastal town in northeastern South Korea that most people only know as a base for Seoraksan National Park. And yes, that park is why you come to Sokcho, but since you’re there anyway, you might as well check out the town itself. Or at least try to check it out, because the rain really messes up my plans.
Seoraksan National Park is green and beautiful, and it’s the main reason most people come to Sokcho. You can do several hikes through nature here. And with the paved trails and many, many stairs, it’s maybe a bit less wild than I’d hoped, but still a welcome change from South Korea’s cities.
Seoul and food are inextricably linked. But let me be honest: after three days in Seoul, I can’t claim to have the best restaurant tips for you. That would take weeks, maybe months. What I can share? My first experiences with Korean food culture. The things I tried, the places I went, and especially what I thought about them. Read/eat and learn!
Seoul: modern metropolis or overwhelming concrete jungle? From traditional palaces to hypermodern neighborhoods, from busy markets to serene temples. Discover what you can do in Seoul. I’ve got more than 20 Seoul tips for you!
Before I left for Jordan, I knew little about the local cuisine. I knew about hummus and falafel, but that was about it. But Jordanian food is much more varied. From the national dish mansaf to sweet knafeh, discover the flavors of Jordan!
Two weeks in Jordan sounds like plenty of time, but trust me: it flies by. Fortunately, you can see all the highlights in that time without constantly being stuck in the car, from the bustling capital Amman to the desert of Wadi Rum, from history in Petra to floating in the Dead Sea. This route takes you to everything that makes Jordan special without rushing around like crazy.
