Few years back, I accompanied my dad to have our money exchanged in Myeongdong. He would always go to this specific shop because he said the rates are "the best" after comparing around the place. Fast forward to last 2018, I tried to find the place when I went to Seoul with my friends but … Continue reading Best money exchange rate in Myeongdong – found our go-to place with my dad (our favorite years ago)
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Seoul Forest Photo Blog: Good escape from city buildings – NCT 127 A Precious Moment X Kichwork Photo Location! (How to go and what to expect)
I was curious about Seoul Forest as early as 2017 and missed my chance to come visit last 2018 but I think I got lucky that I was able to come visit this 2019 - at the time where cherry blossoms were at full bloom in Seoul. How to go to Seoul Forest: 1. Get … Continue reading Seoul Forest Photo Blog: Good escape from city buildings – NCT 127 A Precious Moment X Kichwork Photo Location! (How to go and what to expect)
Cafe Rooftop (카페루프탑) – Cafe by the beach (How to go and what to expect)
✨2025 UPDATE✨ The cafe is already closed 😭 I went to visit during my 2025 trip since it’s been my go-to spot in the Cheongsapo area, but I was shocked to find that there was nothing left inside. ✨2022 UPDATE✨ I was able to explore more of the Cheongsapo area! Was supposed to ride the … Continue reading Cafe Rooftop (카페루프탑) – Cafe by the beach (How to go and what to expect)
Shinsegae Department Store (How to go and what to expect)
During our last day in Busan, we decided to "take it slow" so we decided to visit the largest department store in the world (yes, it's part of the Guinness World Record back in 2009). It was just in the same area as our hostel so the commute was just short. How to go to … Continue reading Shinsegae Department Store (How to go and what to expect)
Anga: #1 KBBQ in Busan (How to go, what we ordered, and is it worth it?)
My father stumbled upon some sites claiming Anga is the top KBBQ restaurant in Busan so we decided to have dinner here for my mom's birthday. How to go to Anga: Take bus 1003 (bus stop from Canvas Hostel for bus 1003 can be found here) all photos taken using an iPhone Would I recommend … Continue reading Anga: #1 KBBQ in Busan (How to go, what we ordered, and is it worth it?)