Insadong Souvenir Guide: What Is Worth Buying and What Is Tourist Markup

Crowded Seoul shopping street at night with a street food cart

Skip the plastic trinkets and overpriced imports. A five-year Seoul expat shares the ultimate insider guide to shopping in Insadong, highlighting what is actually worth your money and how to avoid tourist scams.

Rainy Day in Seoul: An Indoor Plan That Does Not Waste Your Trip

Empty Seoul subway car with green seats and blue hand straps

Don’t let a rainy forecast ruin your vacation in Seoul. Discover the city’s vast underground networks, world-class indoor mega malls, covered street food markets, and cultural landmarks that make rainy days in Korea memorable.