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    Drama Filming Sites/Off The Beaten Track/Play/Seoul/Seoul: Samcheong-Dong/ Bukchon 삼청동/북촌

    Wonseo-dong: A Hanok Cluster Off The Beaten Track near Bukchon Hanok Village

    January 3, 2023
  • Namhae Marinepia Resort
    Guesthouse/Gyeongsang-do/Namhae/Stay

    MarinePia: Seaside Villas with Private BBQ Terrace & Outdoor Jacuzzi in Namhae

    November 21, 2022
  • Bukchon Kimchijae stew
    Eat/Seoul/Seoul: Samcheong-Dong/ Bukchon 삼청동/북촌/Stew & Soup

    Bukchon Kimchi-jae: Famous Braised Pork Ribs with Aged Kimchi

    October 7, 2022
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    Gyeongsang-do/Namhae/Nature/Play

    Hidden Gem in Namhae: Daeguk Mountain Fortress

    October 6, 2022
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    Brunch/Eat/Seoul/Seoul: Samcheong-Dong/ Bukchon 삼청동/북촌

    London Bagel Museum: A Paradise for Bagel Lovers in Seoul

    September 6, 2022

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Pheuron Tay is the content creator behind the award-winning Korea Travel Blog – The Calm Chronicle. She enjoys sharing her adventures in South Korea, and providing alternative ideas for exploring the country’s best destinations through her visuals and writings.

The Blog

Travelogue & Infosite

In ancient time, the Korean Peninsula was known as 朝鮮; “朝” meaning “morning” and “鮮” depicts “calm”. Hence, the destination is also known as “The Land of Morning Calm”. The blog aims to provide in-depth travel tips in South Korea.

Itineraries

Cherry Blossom in Seoul: Namsan Park Half-day Itinerary

March 29, 2021
Eat/Hanok Restaurants/Itinerary/Nature/Play/Seasons/Seoul/Seoul: Myeong Dong 명동/South Korea/Spring

When the cherry blossom season in Seoul approaches, I would receive questions on my Instagram DM or Facebook messages and the questions

suncheon bay

Places To Visit in Suncheon: 1 Day Itinerary

March 8, 2015
Itinerary/Jeolla-do/Provinces/South Korea/Suncheon

There are many places to visit during winter in South Korea. If you are not a ski person, do not enjoy hiking

Jeonju Hanok Village Free & Easy: 3D2N Itinerary

January 22, 2015
Itinerary/Jeolla-do/Jeonju/South Korea

Jeonju is a city with rich history and culture. It has the distinguishing characteristics that set it apart from the other cities

day trip to dumulmeori itinarary yangsuri

Dumulmeori: Day-trip Itinerary

August 13, 2014
Day Trips/Gyeonggi-do/Itinerary/Play/Provinces/South Korea/Yangpyeong

If you are looking to explore a local attraction close to nature which is off-the-beaten-track yet relatively near to Seoul, Yangsuri’s Dumulmeori

Free Busan 2D1N itinerary to download

Busan 2D1N Free and Easy Itinerary + Highlight Attractions

August 11, 2014
Busan/Gyeongsang-do/Itinerary

This is a mini project dedicated to the city of my heart in South Korea. This free travel brochure includes a 2D1N

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Eat

Busan Haeundae Amsogalbi-jib

Haeundae Amso Galbi-jib: A Popular Hanwoo Short Ribs Restaurant in Busan

August 3, 2022
BBQ/Busan/Eat

Haeundae Beach (해운대해수욕장) is no doubt one of the most popular destinations in Busan. Every year, the beach welcomes thousands of visitors,

Jeju Food To Eat Galchi Jorim Braised Jeju Cutlassfish

12 Must-Eat Foods in Jeju Island

July 27, 2022
Eat/Jeju/Jeju-do

Jeju Island is packed full of speciality dishes. From the famous black pork to abalones plucked fresh from the ocean by Jeju’s

The Dam Hongdae fusion dishes

The Dam: Modern Korean Fusion Restaurant in Hongdae

July 12, 2022
Eat/Fusion Cuisine/Seoul/Seoul: Hongdae 홍대

During our recent trip to Seoul, we visited The Dam (더담) a modern Korean fusion restaurant in Hongdae. It is a restaurant

Tobico Albap Busan

Ji & Tobico’s: Revisiting The Best Albap Restaurant in Busan

March 17, 2022
Busan/Eat/Fusion Cuisine/Gyeongsang-do

Some 13 years ago, as a fellow exchange student at Pusan National University, I visited a restaurant near the campus and I was

Susanna's Apron Euljiro

Susanna’s Apron: A Hidden Hipster Bakery Cafe at Euljiro

February 3, 2022
Bakery/Eat/Seoul/Seoul: Euljiro 을지로

Euljiro (을지로)  has indeed become the rising hotspot in metropolitan Seoul. This area was the home ground of printing firms, lighting, tile,

Play

Spring in Boriam Hermitage in Namhae

Boriam Temple: The Most Scenic Temple in Namhae

August 17, 2022

Namhae (남해), the 5th largest island in South Korea, in my opinion, is one of the destinations in the country that is,

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Busan Daejeo Ecological Park Yuchae Flower

Daejeo Ecological Park: Experience Busan’s Beautiful Spring Day

July 15, 2022

It was May and we found ourselves back in Busan. It was an unexpected and rather impromptu trip, but we felt very

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Geumga Plaza Sewoon Arcade Facade

A Visit to Geumga Plaza: Filming Location for Netflix’s Drama Vincenzo

July 10, 2022

If you are a Netflix K-drama fan, chances are that you had already known this place through the popular drama series Vincenzo

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10 Hidden Winter Wonderlands in South Korea

January 1, 2021

While the world is in a travel lockdown due to the pandemic and many had to deal with pangs of frustrated wanderlust,

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Stay

Suncruise Resort Gangneung

Sun Cruise Resort: The World’s First On-land Cruise Ship at Gangwon-do

August 9, 2022
Gangneung/Gangwon-do/Hotel/Provinces/Stay

If I were to pick the most peculiar hotel experience in South Korea, Sun Cruise Resort & Yacht located at Jeongdongjin Beach

Hotel Cappucino Instagrammable Hotel in Gangnam

Hotel Cappuccino: A Trendy & Instagrammable Hotel in Gangnam

July 18, 2022
Hotel/Seoul/Seoul: Gangnam 강남/Stay

When I was planning my accommodation in Seoul, I stumbled upon this trendy and affordable hotel in Gangnam. Turns out that it

Rakkojae Seoul, Hanok Stay Experience

Rakkojae Seoul: A Hanok Stay at a 130-Year-Old Property at Bukchon Hanok Village

January 10, 2022
Hanok/Seoul/Seoul: Samcheong-Dong/ Bukchon 삼청동/북촌/South Korea/Stay

Staycation’s popularity has peaked worldwide after the pandemic began. In South Korea, we see an ‘Oak-cance‘ trend (옥캉스) emerge since the pandemic. The word

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During our winter trip to South Korea, we explored During our winter trip to South Korea, we explored Namhae for the first time and it was one of the highlights of the trip. 

We love how quaint and beautiful the island is, and could resonate with why the locals lovingly call it The Treasure Island (보물의 섬).

Namhae is traditionally a summer vacation destination all thanks to its gorgeous seaside and captivating sunsets. Guesthouses & villas here boast million-dollar sunset views against the majestic sea. We decided to stay at #MarinePia (#마린피아), one of the popular seaside villas during our 3D2N trip in Namhae, and it turns out to be the best decision ever!

Read more about the resort on: http://bit.ly/marinepia 

#marinepia #namhae #namhaeisland #namhaeresort #남해 #남해여행 #남해펜션 #남해숙소 #남해풀빌라 #썬셋
Sun Cruise Resort & Yacht is certainly one of the Sun Cruise Resort & Yacht 
is certainly one of the most peculiar hotels in South Korea. It is a cruise ship built atop a cliff that is overlooking the magnificent East Sea of South Korea. 

Fun Fact: Most Koreans would go to Jeongdongjin on the first day of the year, or the first day of the Lunar Year to see the first sunrise and there you’ll see this gigantic on-land luxury cruise perched on the cliff right beside the sea! 

Full story on: http://bit.ly/suncruiseresort

📷: Korea Tourism Organization 

#suncruiseresort #gangwondo #gangwonprovince #visitgangwondo #jeongdongjin #jeongdongjinbeach #강원도 #썬쿠르즈호텔
Nestled snugly inside a scenic valley at the west Nestled snugly inside a scenic valley at the west end of Mt. Jeogyesan, Jeollanamdo, Seonam-Sa Temple #선암사 is certainly a great hideout if you want to escape from the hustle and bustle from the city. 

Visitors will need to walk for about 1KM to get to the temple from the car park entrance. It is a fairly long walk, especially in the chilly winter. But it is all well worth it as the scenery is a feast for the eyes. 

🔰Pro Tip: 
Fuel yourself up with Sanchae Jeongsik #산채정식 (mountain vegetables full-course meal), a sumptuous meal with 27 kinds of banchan at Chowon Sikdang #초원식당 located near the carpark entrance of Seonam-sa temple. 

#koreatravelguide #koreatravel #suncheontravel #thecalmchronicle #koreatravelblog
For those who're visiting #jeju, check out these J For those who're visiting #jeju, check out these Jeju speciality foods! 

While they may not be the most trendy and instagrammable dishes to try, these are culinary gems that are passed down from generation to generation and are only available on the island! 

Pic 1: Galchi Jorim #갈치조림
Pic 2: Jeju Black Pork #제주흑돼지 
Pic 3: Jeju Abalone #제주전북
Pic 4: Gogi Guksu #고기국수 
Pic 5: Mulhoe #물회 

Click on the link in bio to find out more about these Jeju specialities and our recommendation to dine at. 

📸: Korea Tourism Organisation 

#jejuisland #jejuitinerary #jejutour #koreatravellogue #thecalmchronicle #jejufoodrecommendation #제주 #제주도 ##제주맛집추천 #제주맛집투어
One of the must-sees in Namhae is to visit the Bor One of the must-sees in Namhae is to visit the Boriam Temple or Boriam Hermitage ( #보리암 ) nestled at the top of Mount Geumsan. It is one of the most prestigious Buddhist temples in Korea, and one of the country’s three largest Gwanseeum-bosal (Guanyin) sacred sites. 

It is also located right beside a hidden mountain lodge— Geumsan Sanjang #금산산장 that has become an internet sensation due to its beautiful outdoor dining space. 

📷Photo 1: Boriam Temple, Photo Courtesy of Korea Tourism Organization. 
📷 Photo 2: Hidden Mountain Lodge Geumsan Sanjang 
📷 Photo 3: Having #ramyeon 🍜 at Geumsan Sanjang. 

#koreatravelguide #koreatravelblog #namhae #boriamtemple #koreatraveltips #thecamchronicle #남해 #남해보리암
Daeguk Sanseong #대국산성, or the Daeguk Mount Daeguk Sanseong #대국산성, or the Daeguk Mountain Fortress is a hidden gem in Namhae. 

It is located in a lush forest on Namhae Island that is overlooking the sea during the 3-Kingdom era and the Unified Silla Dynasty. The location of this fortress is quite secluded, and therefore explains why it is a destination off-the-beaten-track. 

There was literally no one visiting the place when we were there, and we had the whole fortress all to ourselves the entire time! 

Read more about our adventure at: http://bit.ly/daegukss 

#namhae #namhaeisland #namhaehiddengem #남해 #남해여행 #남해대국산성 #남해숨은명소

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In ancient time, the Korean Peninsula was known as 朝鮮; “朝” meaning “morning” and “鮮” depicts “calm”. Hence, the destination is also known as “The Land of Morning Calm”. This award-winning blog aims to provide in-depth travel tips in South Korea.

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