Last week Oli wrote about the incredible traditional fireworks we saw in the Hanok village of Hahoe. The performance really was like something from Lord of the Rings, and feeling like we had stepped into a new world was how … Continue reading
Festival Fireworks in Andong
Earlier this week Jade updated you on what we got up to at the Andong mask festival. It was strange and wonderful, but only a preview of what was to come. So I thought I’d get you all up to date … Continue reading
Insta-challenge Weekly: Jade vs. Oli
As you may have noticed, we accidentally forgot and then purposely ignored last weeks Insta-challenge. It was a very busy week for us, with Oli’s parents visiting, having another National holiday and also taking part in the Travel Supermarket Capture … Continue reading
Andong Mask Dance Festival, Day 1
Arriving on the August intake with EPIK meant that our first big festival, and there is a mind-boggling selection here in Korea, was the Andong mask dance festival. Our wonderful friends from Daegu, and some from further afield, were coming … Continue reading
Capture the Colour Photo Contest- Oli’s edition
Hi Guys this is Oli, and as is is typical of the way I go about pretty much everything, I’m rushing to decide which photos I want to enter into this fantastic competition… These are just a few that I’ve … Continue reading
Capture the Colour Photo Contest with Travel Supermarket
I am very happy to announce that the lovely Hedgers Abroad have nominated me to take part in the Travel Supermarket Capture the Colour Photo Contest. This is the second year Travel Supermarket have run this awesome contest and I’m super … Continue reading
Insta-challenge Weekly: Jade vs. Oli
The winner of this weeks insta-challenge was… Oli! Winning with photo 1., brings us to a draw in the fourth week of this feature with two wins each. This week, wait, what? Another week has gone by?! I know you … Continue reading
Night time in Garlic Town
Just a quick post today, to share with you the stunning night time view we have been feasting on for the last few hours. As we sat on our balcony, drinking beer and excitedly discussing potential travel plans for our … Continue reading
The N Seoul Tower experience
Staying in the Myeondong area of Seoul meant we were lucky enough to have Namsan mountain and the iconic N Seoul tower in our backyard. This observation tower was a definite highlight of an all-round incredible trip, and is truly … Continue reading
Insta-challenge Weekly: Jade vs. Oli
Last week’s winner of insta-challenge weekly was…. Photo 2., the one and only Oli and his beautiful bamboo shot. So, it’s been another crazy week here in Korea. We celebrated our first month here and our first national holiday, all … Continue reading