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Life South of SeoulThe South of Seoul Blog Maybe Not Static FileMaybe Not Static FileMaybe Not Static FileMaybe Not Static FileMaybe Not Static FileMaybe Not Static FileMaybe Not Static File https://fonts.bunny.net/css?family=Advent+Pro:400,700,400italic,700italicsubset=latinExternal URL: https://stats.wp.com/w.jsExcluded optionExternal URL: https://stats.wp.com/s-202419.jsMaybe Not Static File https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-PYH89HK5N5 The South of Seoul Blog Menu New! Moving to Korea Cooking in Korea Monthly Guides Upcoming Events Korean Travel Planning Life South of Seoul NEW POSTS! Pyeongtaek Living 101: Class 12 Recap South of Seoul May 8, 2024 Thinking about joining Pyeongtaek Living 101 but want to know more about the program? Here is… Continue Reading Pyeongtaek Living 101: Class 12 Recap SOS Book Club Pick: Nuclear Family Lanae Rivers-Woods, MAIT May 8, 2024 Welcome, book lovers and South of Seoul community! This month, our book club dives into Nuclear… Continue Reading SOS Book Club Pick: Nuclear Family Support Local Businesses and Local Ads Pyeongtaek FoodFun April Fab4 Winners South of Seoul April 30, 2024 We are happy to announce our Pyeongtaek FoodFun’s Fab 4 April 2024 winners for… Continue Reading Pyeongtaek FoodFun April Fab4 Winners Search Our LivingTraveling Content! What would you like to learn about? Search What You Can Find With South of Seoul Looking for detailed information about life and travel south of Seoul? You’ve come to the right place. Our Lifestyle and Korean Travel Blog covers life across Korea with a focus on Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do. South of Seoul Cultural Liaisons and Content Creatives come from both local and international backgrounds. We have over 20+ years of experience navigating Korean life and it’s a joy to share the information with those that need it. South of Seoul App provides over 3,500 lifestyle recommendations across South Korea. The listings sync with the South of Seoul blog posts to provide increasingly accurate information. Explore Over 52 Itineraries! Keep scrolling for awesome travel ideas. Autumn Leaves at Asan Gingko Tree Road LeaDan Yee, M.Ed October 14, 2022 Continue Reading Autumn Leaves at Asan Gingko Tree Road Museum and Theater Itinerary in Seoul Chad Card, MA. SLT and Brian Rich, MSW September 27, 2022 Continue Reading Museum and Theater Itinerary in Seoul Bukhansan Hiking Itinerary in Seoul Chad Card, MA. SLT and Brian Rich, MSW September 26, 2022 Continue Reading Bukhansan Hiking Itinerary in Seoul Yongin Korean Folk Village Itinerary LeaDan Yee, M.Ed September 7, 2022 Continue Reading Yongin Korean Folk Village Itinerary 3 Day Seoul Sampler Itinerary Lanae Rivers-Woods, MAIT July 16, 2022 Continue Reading 3 Day Seoul Sampler Itinerary 4 Day Gangwondo Itinerary (Custom) Lanae Rivers-Woods, MAIT July 7, 2022 Continue Reading 4 Day Gangwondo Itinerary (Custom) The country of South Korea offers many wonderful opportunities for family fun and adventures. You can find hikes, kids cafes, parks, and so much more! Is Korea Child-Friendly? Do you have kids? Want to know more about child-friendly life in Korea? Here is the inside scoop. Child-Friendly Every culture has different views of what the term ‘child-friendly’ means. Sometimes the definition even changes between families or people within a culture. This makes it complicated for unsuspecting international families who ask a group of… 10 Most Instagrammable Cafes Beyond Seoul Looking for Instagrammable cafes with some serious WOW factor? I have visited hundreds of cafes across Korea and found the 10 most Instagrammable cafes beyond Seoul. Visiting Cafes Beyond Seoul Here’s a list of my favorite photographable or Instagrammable cafes outside of Seoul. Yes, Seoul has many beautiful cafes, but so does the rest of… PC Bangs: A Guide for Non-Gamers Wondering what’s happening behind the doors of the PC Bangs in Korea? Wondering if you should go inside? Let’s take a look at how PC Bangs are part of life, even when you aren’t a gamer. My History with Internet Cafes Before I came to Korea, I used to use Internet Cafes all across the… Do you know what you are looking for? Search Indulge in yourself and explore your hobbies in South Korea. Discover unique locations, connect with local groups, and fill your free time with your passions. Life in Korea isn’t just about being a tourist, it’s about diving into the things you always loved in a new place with new people. Take care of your physical and mental health Our SOS Public Health Volunteers research the South Korean public health system and the needs of English-speaking international residents. Read their posts and gain new insight and tools for self care. Understanding Types of Mental Health Services in Korea Kathrin Korezkij April 12, 2024 Psychiatry, therapy counseling, and life coaching are distinct yet often confused approaches to personal development and mental well-being. Navigating such distinctions among these terms and services can feel confusing if not frustrating, but you are not alone in that. To better understand these differences, we must grasp the fundamental definitions of each term. This blog… Continue Reading Understanding Types of Mental Health Services in Korea Postpartum Care Experiences and Resources in Korea Lisa Peck, MPH, CPH January 24, 2024 Are you looking for postpartum care resources in Korea? Our volunteers have put together a list of resources to support English-speaking mothers who have recently given birth in South Korea. Listen to the BlogCast Don’t want to read? Listen to the South of Seoul BlogCast which provides accessible content through the use of AI technology. We don’t… Continue Reading Postpartum Care Experiences and Resources in Korea Prenatal Care Experiences and Resources in Korea Lisa Peck, MPH, CPH January 20, 2024 Living in Korea and interested in prenatal care experiences and resources? This blog post shares data regarding the lived experiences of English-speaking residents with prenatal care while in South Korea. Additionally, it includes resources for those who need prenatal care support. Listen to the BlogCast Don’t want to read? Listen to the South of Seoul… Continue Reading Prenatal Care Experiences and Resources in Korea Childbirth Experiences and Resources in Korea Lisa Peck, MPH, CPH January 20, 2024 Are you looking for childbirth resources in Korea? Our volunteers have put together a list of resources to support English-speaking expectant mothers in South Korea. Listen to the BlogCast Don’t want to read? Listen to the South of Seoul BlogCast which provides accessible content through the use of AI technology. We don’t have time to read each… Continue Reading Childbirth Experiences and Resources in Korea Reading Korean Nutrition Labels Zahra Alsafi December 22, 2023 Navigating the aisles of a South Korean grocery store can be an adventure, especially if you’re not familiar with the language or the art of decoding nutrition labels on Korean food packaging. Understanding these labels can be a game-changer when it comes to making informed food choices. Before we continue, it’s important to note that… Continue Reading Reading Korean Nutrition Labels Where to Get a CPAP Device in Korea Jaina September 25, 2023 Are you living with sleep apnea or another sleep-related breathing disorder in Korea? Chances are, you may be familiar with the common sleep apnea treatment of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). Managing a chronic condition can be intimidating, especially in a country where the language and medical system may be unfamiliar. Read below for information on how to find a CPAP machine in Korea. Continue Reading Where to Get a CPAP Device in Korea Join a Community in South Korea Don’t go through this adventure alone. Join Facebook groups in South Korea to find ways to connect and build community. Below are a...