Hi guys! It’s your local Korean friend, Yeda. If you’ve already booked your flight, packed your bags, and figured out basic transportation in Seoul, you might be looking for a simple, efficient, and memorable way to spend one full day in the city. When friends visit me from abroad, they always ask for the perfect 2026 […]
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Hi guys! It’s your local Korean friend, Yeda. 🇰🇷 You’ve booked your flight, packed your bags, and downloaded all the essential Korea apps from my last post. Now you are probably wondering: how to get around Seoul without getting totally lost? South Korea has one of the cleanest, safest, and most efficient public transportation systems in the
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1. The Best Essential Apps for Traveling to South Korea in 2026 Hi guys! It’s your local Korean friend, Yeda. Are you planning your dream trip to Seoul? If so, you must download these 8 essential apps for traveling to South Korea before you arrive! 2. Why You Need Local Apps in Korea Are you planning your
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Hi guys! It’s your local Korean friend, Yeda. If you are looking for the absolute best Namdaemun Market street food, you have come to the right place! In my last post, we conquered the scenic Namsan trails, enjoying the city views and greenery. We also learned how to take the eco-friendly green bus back down to
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Hi guys! It’s your friendly local Korean friend, Yeda. Today, I’ll show you exactly how to catch the Namsan Seoul Tower bus to reach the best views in Seoul! If you watched my latest YouTube video, you know I recently went on a beautiful trekking trip up Namsan Mountain. Namsan Seoul Tower is one of
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Hi guys! It’s your friendly local Korean friend, Yeda. Are you looking for the latest Nodeul Island construction update? Are you researching places to visit in Seoul? Then you have probably seen pictures of a beautiful, oval-shaped island. It sits right in the middle of the Han River. It looks so peaceful, right? That is Nodeul Island. For
“Looking for the perfect Han River Ramen Guide? If you follow this Han River Ramen Guide, you won’t get lost. Hi guys! It’s your friendly local Korean friend, Yeda.” If you are planning a trip to Seoul, I bet eating instant ramen by the Han River is on your bucket list. You’ve probably seen it
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Are you looking for a Nodeul Island renovation update before your sunset picnic? You might want to read this first. In my latest video, I headed to Nodeul Island expecting a chill afternoon with snacks and Han River ramen. However, I was in for a surprise. Many of the indoor facilities, including the main convenience store, have
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If you search for “photogenic spots in Seoul” on Instagram, you usually see the same places: Bukchon Hanok Village, the colorful cafes in Hongdae, or the bright lights of Gangnam. These spots are undeniably beautiful, but they are also packed with tourists. But what if I told you there is a hidden neighborhood just a
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If you ask a local, “What is the ultimate soul food of Seoul?” the answer will almost always be Tteokbokki. But today, I’m not taking you to a flashy franchise. We are heading to a place that holds a special piece of Seoul’s history: Cheolgil Tteokbokki in Jungnim-dong. If you are looking for an authentic, local food
