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 If you’re googling “ Korea winter travel 2025 ” or “ things to do in Seoul in December ,” this guide is for you. Winter might not be the first season that comes to mind when you think of Korea – most people dream of cherry blossoms in April or fiery foliage in October. But if you’re planning a trip between December 2025 and February 2026 , winter is actually one of the best times to visit: fewer crowds, magical night festivals , and street food that only appears when the temperature drops. Below is a 2025–2026 winter travel guide to Korea , written with first-time visitors in mind. 1. Why visit Korea in winter (Dec 2025 – Feb 2026)? Fewer crowds, better value Peak tourism in Korea usually happens in spring and autumn. In winter, you’ll still see visitors, but you won’t be fighting through walls of people everywhere you go. That often means: Easier restaurant reservations Shorter queues at major attractions Better chances of finding good hotel deals December 24–Janua...

 Before I moved to Korea, I honestly believed that Korean food (K-food) was all about being “too spicy, too sweet, too mysterious.” I only knew it from YouTube: People crying while eating fire noodles (buldak ramyeon) Bright red tteokbokki boiling in huge pans Mountains of kimchi on the table So on the plane to Seoul , I was nervous and kept thinking: “What am I going to eat there every day?” A few months later, my question completely changed: “How did I gain this much weight so fast…?” This blog post is my honest (and delicious) explanation of why I gained weight in Korea — and why I don’t really regret it. 1. First Taste of Korean Food: “This Feels Like Home-Cooked Food” In my first week in Korea, a Korean friend took me to a small local restaurant. My first proper Korean dish was kimchi jjigae (kimchi stew) . The soup was red. It was boiling in a hot stone pot. I saw kimchi, pork, tofu, and green onions. To be honest, it looked scary at first. I exp...

 If you’re planning a 2–3 day trip to South Korea and wondering how to make the most of Seoul on a reasonable budget, this itinerary is for you. It focuses on traditional palaces, hanok villages, cozy cafes, night markets, and trendy Gangnam spots , all connected with easy public transportation. Why Seoul Is Perfect for a 2–3 Day City Break Seoul is one of those cities where tradition and modern life sit side by side : royal palaces next to glass towers, hanok alleys right behind busy shopping streets, and calm temples just a few minutes away from neon-lit night markets. For a short trip, you can focus on: History & culture : Gyeongbokgung Palace , hanbok rental , Jogyesa Temple Old vs new neighborhoods : Ikseon-dong Hanok Village , Insadong , Myeong-dong Modern city vibes : Gangnam, COEX , Starfield Library , Garosu-gil Markets & food : street food in Myeong-dong , Namdaemun Market A rough daily budget (per person, mid-range, excluding flights): Publ...