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I'm heading to Korea on October 19 for about two weeks. I've got a few nights booked in Seoul (Hongdae) but nothing else planned. Current route is Seoul-Sokcho-Busan. My primary interests are eating and hiking. Two questions: are there any craft beer spots I should check out? And does anyone have a favorite place to hike/look at autumnn colors? Thanks.
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Gunstav posted:I'm heading to Korea on October 19 for about two weeks. I've got a few nights booked in Seoul (Hongdae) but nothing else planned. Current route is Seoul-Sokcho-Busan. My primary interests are eating and hiking. Two questions: are there any craft beer spots I should check out? And does anyone have a favorite place to hike/look at autumnn colors? Thanks. I don't know how rough of a hike you want, but this has always been pretty nice, despite the rest of the city being kinda crappy. close to seoul, too. http://on-walkabout.net/2016/05/31/best-hikes-korea-hwaseong-fortress-trail/
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Gunstav posted:I'm heading to Korea on October 19 for about two weeks. I've got a few nights booked in Seoul (Hongdae) but nothing else planned. Current route is Seoul-Sokcho-Busan. My primary interests are eating and hiking. Two questions: are there any craft beer spots I should check out? And does anyone have a favorite place to hike/look at autumnn colors? Thanks. If you're hitting up Sokcho, you are pretty much obligated to hit up Seorak Mountain -- the colors there should be pretty great and it's pretty much where all the pictures of Korean mountains come from. It can be a tough hike though. Busan has a few mountains too. Jangsan is fun, Geumnyeongsan is pretty easy and not very crowded. Geumjeong should be gorgeous too. Honestly, all of Korea is mostly mountains, so there's not really any point you can't just go find one to climb. Pretty much all of them by cities will have some sort of hiking trail, and they all have wonderful views. Haven't found a mountain here I don't like yet.
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I can't speak for Seoul, but in terms of craft beer the best bets in Busan are Wild Waves, Galmegi (PNU location is the best imo), and Gorilla. Abnormal is also an option, though I haven't been there myself as I tend to avoid Haeundae. Slice of Life Pizza has several different ones on tap, but if you go to Seoul first it will be from most of the Seoul based brewers.
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Seoul's main hike is Bukhansan. Seoraksan, near Sokcho, is the country's best mountain in Autumn or in general. There are routes with different levels of difficulty. The most stunning is the Gongryongnuengseon/Dinosaur Ridge, but it's also the most difficult one I did in Korea (I did all the most famous ones and a ton of not-so-famous ones). To do it, follow the signs toward Biseondae, then after the bridge where the trail forks, go right. When you finish the ridge you can either go right to the main peak of the mountain (if you still have time and energy) or left to descend through a gorgeous valley full of cascading waterfalls. Whenever I did that route, I always started well before sunrise. Like around 3 am. It's not necessary, but it lets you watch the sunrise over the sea and all the craggy ridges. Best view in the country imo. If you want something easier, Ulsanbawi is a more casual hike in the park which also has a nice view. I'd recommend still swinging by the valley full of waterfalls afterward though. Just head toward Biseondae as if you were going to do the hike I mentioned above, but take a left instead of a right after the bridge. From Sokcho to Busan there are a few options for one day stops you could choose between, if you have the time. Youngju has a really cool old Confucian school/village (Seonbichon) and one of the nicest old weathered temples (Buseoksa) in Korea. Gyeongju is probably the most famous historical city with a park full of giant tomb mounds. Ulsan doesn't have much special but it is near the Youngnam Alps which has some really lovely fields of golden reeds in Autumn. Busan owns and has a poo poo ton of stuff to do, but isn't likely to have Autumn colors yet.
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Tongdosa temple is the coolest thing to see in the Ulsan area, and is out west by the Yeongnam Alps so you can do it all together. It's one of the Official Big Deal temples in Korea.
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Does anyone wanna help a former Korea goon (me) recover some game accounts, stupid government locks online accounts if they're dormant for like 180 days of something 
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Teikanmi posted:Does anyone wanna help a former Korea goon (me) recover some game accounts, stupid government locks online accounts if they're dormant for like 180 days of something
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Teikanmi posted:Does anyone wanna help a former Korea goon (me) recover some game accounts, stupid government locks online accounts if they're dormant for like 180 days of something They usually Purge all information after 1 year of inactivity. How long has it been?
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Oct 24, 2017 17:09
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Anyone in Busan for the fireworks tonight? Hit me up to grab a soju afterwords.
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Looks like tonight is Halloween night -- everybody's heading to Itaewon and HBC edit-- trip report: everybody was either a zombie or a disney princess. not as fun as i thought it'd be. one guy was jogging around HBC dressed as Richard Simmons. that was the only highlight. Love Stole the Day fucked around with this message at 02:18 on Oct 29, 2017 |
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Oct 28, 2017 14:43
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Gunstav posted:Anyone in Busan for the fireworks tonight? Hit me up to grab a soju afterwords. Just finished swimming through the crowd at the fireworks festival, be there soon~
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Wandering around Ciutat Vella this afternoon, I suddenly heard Korean being sung and tried to track down the source. Found an Asian snack-shop with whose Korean cashier was dancing and singing along to the new Twice video on a loop. Surreal moment. Made me feel homesick.
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Nov 11, 2017 16:21
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did you likey? you likey likey?
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Me likey likey likey
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A Bump for those not in the Kakao chat, It'll be next Saturday so make your reservations on the spreadsheet now!nullscan posted:
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I'm trying to decide at the moment between working ski resorts in japan or working for a friend of a friend in seoul on a working holiday visa. I'd prefer korea because i have a couple of friends living there but neither live in seoul, so the main thing I'm worried about is finding accomodation. Is it going to be impossible or incredibly expensive trying to find somewhere to live while on I'm guessing close to minimum wage? I'm not looking to make money or anything I just want to take a 6month-1 year break from where I live in Australia, due to a few lovely things that have happened the past year. I'm struggling to find much information on the subject really, obviously i don't speak korean (yet) lol.
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I can't speak for Korea, but I have a friend working in Sapporo and he loves it. However, during the season, you basically can never travel and the resort is an infrequent 1.5 hour bus ride from the city center.
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keirharder posted:I'm trying to decide at the moment between working ski resorts in japan or working for a friend of a friend in seoul on a working holiday visa. I'd prefer korea because i have a couple of friends living there but neither live in seoul, so the main thing I'm worried about is finding accomodation. Is it going to be impossible or incredibly expensive trying to find somewhere to live while on I'm guessing close to minimum wage? I'm not looking to make money or anything I just want to take a 6month-1 year break from where I live in Australia, due to a few lovely things that have happened the past year. I'm struggling to find much information on the subject really, obviously i don't speak korean (yet) lol. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2fSxCsPHC4 Expect in Seoul that you'll be paying closer to $500-600 though for one of a decent size and with a window, though. I think. I never really checked.
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Maybe a strange question but I figure someone here might have some idea -- I am looking to update my turntable setup and am in need of speaker suggestions. Preferably options that are readily available in Korea. Either powered speakers or a small amp and passive speakers. I've looked around for the usual budget suggestions from overseas but pretty much everything I have found requires importing via Gmarket and if at all possible I would like to avoid that. I found an amp/speaker combo from what seems to be a Korean brand, Bitway, but after trying to buy it from three different Gmarket sellers only to have it canceled, I've given up on that. Anyone with any experience?
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guri posted:Maybe a strange question but I figure someone here might have some idea -- I am looking to update my turntable setup and am in need of speaker suggestions. Preferably options that are readily available in Korea. Either powered speakers or a small amp and passive speakers. I've looked around for the usual budget suggestions from overseas but pretty much everything I have found requires importing via Gmarket and if at all possible I would like to avoid that. I found an amp/speaker combo from what seems to be a Korean brand, Bitway, but after trying to buy it from three different Gmarket sellers only to have it canceled, I've given up on that. Anyone with any experience? I know where some audio stores are in Yongsan, Seoul, if you're into wholesale/retail stuff. As for second-hand, I'd suggest Craigslist personally. Most people there are short-term foreigners who are moving back to their home country and so they want to get rid of all of their stuff that they don't need or can't ship home.
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Sorry everyone, just got notice that I am going to be busy at work on the 2nd and will be unable to host goonsgiving this year. I will try to put together something for Christmas instead. I am very sorry, but I will get people Turkey and stuffing at some point.
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goonsgiving is dead, long live goonsgiving! sorry again jess, that super blows
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TreFitty posted:Goshiwons are everywhere if you're cool with those: goshiwons might be the way to go, i see there’s a few airbnb places that are only $35 a night so worst case that will get me through the first few weeks. my friend reckons i’ll easily get work as a cook/kitchen hand in a foreign owned kitchen there (i’m a chef here at home and there’s certainly plenty of work here). i’m a bit worried though so i’m thinking i might just plan on a month in korea and if i find work i’ll stay longer otherwise i’ll just enjoy a holiday. ive moved overseas before a few times but it’s a little scary going somewhere completely new basically alone. exciting though!
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I have no idea about getting a job like that but Seoul is not a difficult city, there's nothing to worry about in that respect. Learn the alphabet before you arrive. You can get by in Seoul in English without much trouble but being able to read is a big plus and it's not difficult.
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Grand Fromage posted:I have no idea about getting a job like that but Seoul is not a difficult city, there's nothing to worry about in that respect. Learn the alphabet before you arrive. You can get by in Seoul in English without much trouble but being able to read is a big plus and it's not difficult. thanks that is reassuring, i’ve done japan three times now, which i loved despite learning only basic japanese and kana. i’ve just started learning the korean alphabet now so in the next ten weeks i should hopefully have a very basic understanding. will be nice to pick up a bit more of them language while i’m there.
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Hangeul is a lot easier than kana, you'll have it down in a day or two and have plenty of time for basic vocabulary. I learned to read on the plane ride over, and it's immediately helpful because like half of Korean is English loanwords (though they often have a completely unrelated meaning, beware). Seoul is Japan-level simple. I'd say easier, Japan's gotten better with English since the first time I visited but Seoul still has more. Also the train station signage is 10000% better. Once you get out of Seoul you better speak basic Korean though.
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welcome 2 seoul. goshiwon will definitely be your best bet although on facebook there are often rooms for rent going for quite cheap with other foreigners. alternatively sharehouses often have a system where you do basic chores or customer service in exchange for room and board. that's something to consider while you're job searching. i also recommend having an unlocked phone with you so you can just pop a prepaid SIM in right away and have a phone number where people can reach you. having basic korean skills will take you a lot farther than not though, so like grand fromage said, study up before you get here so you can WOW~ any potential employers with your 안녕하세요 제 이름은 외국인입니다. also i came to korea on a working holiday visa and was recruited for a professional job and then got a sponsorship offer and just recently got my e-7 visa. (humblebrag). you won't meet many other people on h-1 here in my experience so the immigration help line will be your best friend for legality issues and questions. that's 1345 from a korean phone.
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district 12 posted:welcome 2 seoul. goshiwon will definitely be your best bet although on facebook there are often rooms for rent going for quite cheap with other foreigners. alternatively sharehouses often have a system where you do basic chores or customer service in exchange for room and board. that's something to consider while you're job searching. i also recommend having an unlocked phone with you so you can just pop a prepaid SIM in right away and have a phone number where people can reach you. Thank you, much appreciated everyone and congratulations btw! I'm feeling a lot better about coming over now, hopefully i can get some basic korean down in the next couple of months to make things even easier.
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Grand Fromage posted:Once you get out of Seoul you better speak basic Korean though. Busan works without Korean too, and not to mention Okpo (Geoje), but never go there.
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Kosh Naranek posted:Busan works without Korean too Eh, kinda. If you're going working holiday, defo stay up in and around Seoul.
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I don't suppose any of you trustworthy folks were planning to fly from SK to Los Angeles or California anytime soon and wouldn't mind taking a rather large carry on or check in for a small fee?
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Don't do that and don't ask someone to do that.
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Tried Mom's Touch recently and loved it. Now they got me waiting for the delivery guy like it's Santa Claus coming down the chimney. edit-- Speaking of fried chicken... what are your favorite go-to's at your favorite Chicken Hof spots? Love Stole the Day fucked around with this message at 11:52 on Dec 9, 2017 |
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Alan Smithee posted:... 'No I didn't pack the bag myself!'
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