Useful Free Apps for Travelling in Korea: My 2026 Guide
I honestly don’t know how I travelled around Korea before smartphones became this useful. On my earlier trips, I relied heavily on a dedicated…
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How To: buy KTX train tickets in Korea (complete guide!)
If you’re planning to ride the KTX, this guide will walk you through everything from train types to different platforms to buy tickets.
My best tips to solo travel in Korea (tried-and-tested!)
I share my top tips for solo travel in Korea, from staying safe and finding budget-friendly spots to the apps you need to travel around.
My best tips for traveling on a budget in Korea
I’ve also accumulated some personal ways to save, especially when I was a budget-tight student during my summer school programme.
Comprehensive guide to tax refund in Korea as a tourist
This guide will walk you through the process, including eligibility, refund methods, and step-by-step instructions for tax refund in Korea!
HOW TO: ship parcels back home by Korea Post
For those who tend to go a little crazy with the shopping in Korea, you can ship as much as you can back home via the post office.
A complete guide on how to buy & use T-money in South Korea
If you’re not travelling with a tour group and wondering how you can get around Korea without always calling a cab, the answer is T-money.
How To: Buy cheaper branded shoes in Korea!
Most of us know about buying clothes in Korea. However, one item that we never really expected to buy from this country was shoes.
How To: Get to Nami Island via Shuttle Bus
Going to tourist-must-visit Nami Island isn’t as straight forward as taking the subway (though I really wished it were!). Hence, I had to do…