October 28th, 2017

Please Don’t Touch Me: Cultural Differences in Seoul

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I know I said before that I was excited about living in places that are more different than home—that apparently has its limits.

One of the most interesting things to do while traveling is to observe the similarities and differences between cultures. Seoul is, in many respects, a very modern, Western-feeling city. There’s extensive and easy [Read More]

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October 26th, 2017

I Accidentally Climbed Daedunsan Mountain

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Funny story.

I signed up to go on a foliage tour yesterday. There were a few options for which park to visit (South Korea has so many!), and based on the photos, the description, and the time of year, I picked Daedunsan. The itinerary said that we would leave Seoul at 6:30 am, arrive at the [Read More]

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October 4th, 2017

Embarking on a Year of Travel, Part Two

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I’m not quite halfway through my year on We Roam—this month is number six. But this month marks a huge shift in my experience, enough so to qualify as a second chapter.

I’m in Seoul for the month of October, which is a half day’s journey and a world away from Belgrade. After Seoul, [Read More]

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