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18/05/2022

Ever watched a historical Korean drama and wondered why eunuchs are in green and why only the king wears red? Sing a song of royal court clothing colors with us (starting as far back as Goguryeo), and learn why the colour WHITE is so important to the Korean people throughout history.
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24/12/2021

Merry Christmas from us to you! ❤️🎄✨ Thank you for all your support at and through our new endeavours .korea and through 2021, and we hope to see you all around in 2022 also! 💕
#주말여행 #친구여행

15/11/2021

Hear the final episode of season 2 of our podcast, where we explain all about what's going on with Moon Bear Travel and our individual creative ventures.

Thank you for all the support. ❤️

Word of the Week: FUTURE What's going on with Moon Bear Travel? Hear all about the future of our joint venture (and some personal ones?) in the final episode of season 2. Pinpoint Korea www.pinpointkorea.com Instagram: .korea Facebook: Pinpoint Korea Patreon: /pinpointkorea By Hannah Lou Ar...

07/11/2021

You can find us now at Pinpoint Korea - new look, same great content.

07/11/2021

Hello, everyone! We have big news in relation to our website. It has now moved to Pinpoint Korea and is run by Allison Needels . This page will be infrequently updated as it undergoes major changes. For exciting travel guides, historical articles and tips for life in Korea, be sure to check out the new page and webite at

www.pinpointkorea.com

Thank you all for your continuous support. We look forward to seeing you again in the future!

07/11/2021

Who would have thought that Seoul was a growing city of Polynesian dance? With Manaloha dance school, formerly known as Waiola, you can achieve your dreams of dancing Hula or Tahitian from the other side of the world. 🍍🌴🌊

Looking to learn Polynesian dance? Waiola Hula and Ori Tahiti is a great community of passionate dancers who will make you feel right at

07/11/2021

Guys! The Jogyesa Chrysanthemum Festival ends on November 11th - don't miss it! -Allie

06/11/2021

06/11/2021

Don’t be fooled by all those sensationalist “NEVER DO THIS IN KOREA” posts...we’re here to debunk the biggest faux-pas myths, and tell you what to really expect and do etiquette-wise when visiting Korea!

There are countless articles that overcomplicate Korea's etiquette rules, so I'm going to share with you the REAL manners to

06/11/2021

Korea's 28-Year-Old Hero Poet

Moon Bear Travel has a podcast! You can follow the link below or tune into our latest episode anywhere you listen to podcasts.

What's Han Your Mind? The Podcast: Two non-Koreans living in Korea, sharing Korean history, culture, and anecdotes of life in Seoul. All done through one, seemingly unrelated word each week.

Word of the Week: POEM If you've visited Korea in the last several years, you've likely seen poetry by Yoon D**g Joo popping up in national exhibitions. Yoon is a patriotic symbol of Korean independence and is best understood through his poetry. What does his poetry mean to us? Does it really feel '...

05/11/2021

A detailed guide to how I (Allie) studied Korean art and archaeology for my MA degree.

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Having graduated with an MA degree in Korean art and archaeology from the University of London, I'm here to share how you can take a similar

04/11/2021

Allie, a Korean historian, shares the entire bibliography of her MA thesis on Joseon white porcelain. Surprisingly, this was something many of you asked for - ask and yee shall receive.

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To make things easier for those interested in Korean art, I've decided to post a full listing of my MA dissertation biography.

31/10/2021

This week we're sipping on soju and chatting second-hand shopping in Korea. Is it really as unpopular as people think it is? Where are the best spots in Seoul for getting your hands on some pre-loved goods? Find out in this episode.

Word of the Week: SPIRIT This week we're sipping on soju and chatting second-hand shopping in Korea. Is it really as unpopular as people think it is? Where are the best spots in Seoul for getting your hands on some pre-loved goods? Find out in this episode. See a different Korea, through its history...

25/10/2021

It can be hard to balance the feeling of “home” and “new country” when you move abroad. Even 5 years into living in Korea, I often feel like I’m not exploring enough. Social media certainly has a role in me feeling that way, besides the longing to know and see every part of this country I’ve chosen to call home. 🏡 How have you found the balance between living your life and wanting to travel/have fun in your new country?
- Hannah

18/10/2021

Why the magpies, Korea? 🐦

In Korean folk tales and legends, a magpie is a stroke of good luck, as usually it comes bearing happy news. That's why the kkachi 까치 is the national bird of Korea and beloved among its people.

I love seeing magpies hoping around together. I get even more excited when there is on a bar menu! Cheers to magpies! 🍺 -Allie

Fun Fact! We had thought about naming our website in relation to Magpies, but there was already a Magpie tour company. The rest is, as they say, history.

17/10/2021

I love discovering hidden places.

This hanok restaurant felt straight out of a dream when I found it tucked between concrete clusters. The best part was that it was just starting to rain, and the pitter patter of drops on all these beautiful plants made for the perfect soundtrack. I didn't go in to try their (funnily enough) Italian menu, but it's been added to my always-expanding Naver list. -Allie

📍Amaranth 아마란스, Jongno 종로구

16/10/2021

I’M READY 🍁💕🍂 We all woke up this morning in Seoul and collectively let out an “oooh it’s cold!” (Rest of Korea, how you feeling?!)
📍 This spot is halfway along the walk up to the beautiful Yongmunsa Temple in Yangpyeong County.
#용문산 #용문사 #양평여행 #양평 #경기 #경기도 #경기도여행 #주말여행 #친구여행 #가을 #가을단풍 #단풍

13/10/2021

We’re saying goodbye 👋 to the extended summer this week as temperatures plunge to lows of 1 Celcius (!!!!!) this coming weekend. 🍁What are you most looking forward to about the autumn? 🍂
#봉포해수욕장 #봉포해변 #속초여행 #속초 #고성여행 #고성군 #강원도여행 #주말여행

11/10/2021

So many boards, so little time left in the season! 🌊🏄‍♀️ Are you a surfer? Do you have a seasonal hobby? What do you want to do before the end of the warm weather?
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#에이프레임 #고성여행 #고성카페 #고성맛집 #고성여행 #고성군 #강원도여행 #하이킹 #주말여행 #속초여행 #속초카페

07/10/2021

06/10/2021

[ARTICLE ON THE BLOG] Seosomun History Park: Seoul's Hidden Gem

Tucked away behind the bustling streets of Seoul's business and historical district lies a hidden gem: Seosomun Historical Park, a Vatican-approved Catholic pilgrimage site. At first glance, the park seems nothing more than a typical neighborhood feature with some unusually eye-catching architecture. But a darker story lies beneath these pathways: one you can literally find underground at the park's basement level museum. Check out our fully detailed article to discover what there is to see and do in this incredible place! Catholic or not, this is somewhere you WON'T want to miss.

What's your favorite park in Seoul? Are there any hidden gems in your neighborhood? Leave a comment below and let's keep exploring!

#서소문성지역사박물관 #서소문 #서울여행 #서울일상 #서울박물관 #서울공원

05/10/2021

Looking for a party room in Korea? 🎉Look no further than

This amazing party room goes for only 20,000 won per hour on weekdays and 30,000 for weekends. Located in the heart of Gyeongridan-gil, it's the perfect place to gather with your people after a day out exploring.

With their spacious garden, BBQ, and indoor lounge and kitchen, there are plenty of places to cozy up in Jazz Garage. We went for a Hygge evening and packed our own candles and pajamas to get in the mood. Soft jazz played all night long and we really enjoyed going through their CD selection. You can also use their beam projector to watch your favorite flicks! Everything was made sweeter with the help of and their incredible bread.

Be sure to check out and follow their Instagram and spread the love! This is not only my new favorite party room in Seoul, but one of my new happy places. ♡ -Allie
#용산파티룸 #경리단길 #해방촌 #경리단길파티룸 #이태원파티룸 #이태원 #서울일상

04/10/2021

We love all views of Seoul, from the most famous spots, to the least-known areas. There is always something to find down every alley, at every subway station, in every neighbourhood.
#일몰사진 #일몰 #선셋 #인생샷 #데일리그램 #서울그램 #시티뷰 #답십리 #답십리동

29/09/2021

29/09/2021

The national archery team has won all the events in the recurve bow competition of the World Archery Championships for the first time in 12 years.