[HanCinema's Digest] Travel Bug Bites
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Top tips for travel from expats, the Korean Herald sniffs out Bangsan Market, what to do in Korea in Summer, and MERS outbreak information.
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"How to Thrive in South Korea: 97 Tips from Expats"
Jackie Bolen's newly released book "How to Thrive in South Korea" is the kind of insight she wished she had when she first arrived. If you're wanting to thrive, not just survive, in the Land of the Morning Calm, Jackie's collected pieces of wisdom may be exactly what you need to ease your concerns for success.
"[Market & Merchants] Bangsan Market - where packaging meets aromatic materials"
The Korean Herald takes a look at Bangsan Market in Jung-gu, Seoul, and reveals an unusual (and smelly) market in transition that is attracting more and more foreigners. It might not be the most glamorous outing, by those seeking a sweet smell and a deal take note.
…READ ON THE KOREA HERALD: http://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20150616001153
"Summer"
Korea is a country with four distinct seasons, and with that comes an array of seasonal events and culture happenings that are not to be missed. On that note, here's Visit Korea's page on what to get up to in Summer in Korea. There's festivals to take note of, hot destinations to go explore, nature to nurture, as well as insight into the country's top beaches and other Summer-time attractions. Summer is sorted.
…READ ON VISIT KOREA: http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_4_13_2.jsp
"The MERS virus outbreak in South Korea, explained"
The MERS outbreak in South Korea continues to claim lives, but the virus is reportedly being contained and under control. If you not sure what MERS is or how it's affecting the country (potentially the world), then this feature by VOX will help inform.
…READ ON VOX: https://www.vox.com/2015/6/5/8735037/what-is-mers-virus