“The Brooklyn of Seoul”
Seongsu is often called the "Brooklyn of Seoul." Find out more about this interesting neighborhood, how it's spearheading resistance against gentrification.
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“Don’t Speak in Korean”: When Koreans Travel to North Korea
Here's an essay by a Portuguese-Korean traveler, who recently visited North Korea. He was discouraged from revealing his South Korean roots.
Who Are the Agencies Behind North Korea Tourism?
Otto Warmbier's death is spurring responses among presidents, lawmakers and citizens. But who are the agencies that make trips like Warmbier's possible?
Islands to Visit in South Korea This Summer
There are over 3,000 islands in South Korea. This summer, pick one (or five) to take a break away from hectic life in the city.
Gwangju: the City of Democracy
Compared to Seoul, Busan or Gyeongju, Gwangju seems to have little to offer. But Gwangju, where "May 18" happened, is a beacon of democracy.
Gamcheon Culture Village: Hilltop Slum Turned Tourist Attraction
Gamcheon Culture Village is heralded as one of the more successful examples of urban renewal in South Korea. It doesn't mean everyone is happy about it.
Songdo: No Man’s City
If one were to go by a recent discussion in Reddit's Korea forum, the most bizarre city in South Korea would undoubtedly be Songdo.
Finding Remnants of Colonial Architecture
Surviving colonial architecture in South Korea invites visitors, only if they knew where to look.