Living

Learn more about volunteer opportunities for expats and expat families with children in South Korea.

We were crazy enough to plan a wedding in France while living in South Korea. It can be a daunting task to organize a wedding as an expat couple. Join me on my journey in finding the perfect wedding dress, shoes, and accessories!

As an expat bride in Korea with a wedding in France, I’ll share where you can buy wedding gowns in Korea, France, and online internationally.

Planning a wedding in South Korea or France? Join me in exploring a range of stationery options available internationally.

Planning a wedding registry as an expat? You need to ask yourself these essential questions before deciding on a solution.

If you’re looking for an engagement or wedding photographer who speaks English in South Korea, take a look at these local suggestions.

A local expat’s guide to finding free, cheap, mid-priced, and luxury furniture in Seoul, South Korea. Get ready to decorate!

How to manage sweating in the summer and where to find sweat rash creams, chub rub shorts, and anti-chafing balms in South Korea.

What to expect at your next NHIS health screening in Korea, and how to make an appointment.

A quick overview of how much to expect when paying for dental treatments in Seoul, South Korea.

A local’s guide to some favorite chocolatiers and new shops to buy chocolate truffles, sweet gift boxes, and hot chocolate in Seoul, South Korea.

Everything I know about dealing with customs control in South Korea when importing goods for personal use, including tips & tricks for shopping.

Where to buy niche perfumes and popular fragrances in Seoul, South Korea, including Korean perfume brands.

Do you have a friend or loved one living in South Korea that you need to buy a last-minute gift for? After spending several years living here, these are my favorite picks for gifts that ship within South Korea that (a) accept foreign-issued credit cards, and (b) ship quickly.

Everything I know about the status of vaccinations in South Korea, including guidelines, schedule, and quarantine updates.

Guide to paying for Customs Fees/Taxes in Korea with KEB Hana Bank.

List of foreigner-friendly, English-speaking gyms and fitness classes in Seoul, South Korea, including my own experiences with SpoAny and personal training.

A local’s guide to getting laser hair removal done at various beauty clinics in Seoul, South Korea.

A quick look at the different e-commerce platforms available to use in South Korea.

Guide to sending money to and from South Korea as an expat living in Seoul, South Korea.