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Korea

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8 unique birthday traditions from around the world
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Every country, region, and family across the world has their own special customs to celebrate occasions such as Christmas, Easter, and birthdays. Mayb...

10 K-dramas to learn Korean with
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If you’re studying Korean, some of the best tools for learning the language are just a few clicks away. Korean TV shows have become super popular arou...

How to learn Korean fast – 5 tips
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It’s getting harder and harder to predict what attributes will set us apart in the job market of the future. Mastering foreign languages and cultures,...

10 things you should know before moving to Seoul
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Whether you’re drawn in by technology, culture, or by a desire to learn the language, you’ll not be the first expat who has been enchanted by Korea’s ...

10 reasons to love Seoul
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Can you name a city oozing with history, culture, and food—all topped off with a generous helping of quirkiness? Seoul of course! There’s a lot to rec...

10 hidden gems in Seoul
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With far more to offer visitors than just massive shopping malls and late-night K-Pop karaoke, make the most of life in the city by following our guid...

Why is the world obsessed with Korea?
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Since Gangnam Style took the world by storm in 2012, weird and wonderful news stories about South Korea pop up literally every week – whether it’s the...

8 reasons to visit Seoul
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Seoul is riding a wave of creativity. From fashion to food, architecture to art, the city has become a creative haven for those looking to make their ...

A beginner’s guide to K-pop
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I’ve loved K-pop – a genre of popular music originating in South Korea – since high school. My best friend at that time was crazy about a group called...