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 When people think about Korea, the first images that often come to mind are K-dramas , K-pop , stylish cafés, and beautifully edited city scenes on social media. Everything looks fast, trendy, and full of energy. It is easy to imagine a life filled with aesthetic streets, exciting culture, and meaningful encounters. And to be fair, Korea really does have many of those things. But living in a country is very different from visiting it or watching it through a screen. Before making a serious decision to move to Korea, it is worth taking a step back and asking a simple but important question: Does this lifestyle actually fit who I am and how I want to live? Because Korea can be an amazing place for some people, and a surprisingly difficult place for others. A Lifestyle That Offers Many Different Rhythms One of the interesting things about daily life in Korea is how many different lifestyles can coexist in a relatively small space. If you enjoy spending time indoors, Korea has a ...

Seollal (Korean Lunar New Year): Why Kids Love It—and Why Adults Feel Mixed Seollal (설날) is Korea’s Lunar New Year, and for many Koreans it feels like the real start of the year—even more than January 1st. Families gather, share traditional food, bow to elders, and exchange New Year wishes. At the same time, Seollal can feel totally different depending on your age : For kids, it’s often the happiest holiday of the year—full of treats, games, and New Year money . For adults, it can bring warmth and pressure—travel, expenses, and the famous “life update” questions from relatives. This guide explains the most important Seollal traditions (including tteokguk , sebae , and sebaetdon ) and why the holiday creates such a strong emotional contrast between children and grown-ups. If you’re visiting Korea during Lunar New Year, you’ll also find practical travel tips at the end. What Is Seollal? (Korea’s Lunar New Year in One Minute) Seollal is Korea’s major Lunar New Year holiday ...