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Gifts that You Can Buy Your Friends and Family in South Korea

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.

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The Best Souvenirs We Discovered on Our Shopping Adventures in Vietnam and Cambodia

Let’s turn your trip into a treasure hunt you’ll never forget! My husband lived in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam for seven years. When he took me to Vietnam last […]

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Adventures in Wedding Planning in Korea and France: June 2023 Update

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!

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Where to Buy Furniture and Home Accessories in Korea

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

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Where to Find a Christmas Market in Seoul in 2022

A list of Christmas markets in Seoul, South Korea this 2022.

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Where to Buy the Latest SS 2022 Bag Trends in South Korea

A little overview of popular Spring and Summer 2022 bags in Korea, featuring mostly Korean brands.

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Chocolate Shops in Seoul to Head to ASAP

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.

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How to Calculate and Pay Import Tax in Korea When Shopping Overseas

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

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Korea

Gifts that You Can Buy Your Friends and Family in South Korea

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.

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The Most Popular Korean E-Commerce Platforms

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

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Where to Buy Pre-Loved Luxury Bags in Seoul, South Korea

Where to buy pre-loved luxury bags at consignment stores in Seoul, South Korea.

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Popular Korean Fashion Brands in Seoul, South Korea

List of trendy Korean clothing stores and Korean brands that you can shop at locally in South Korea.

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How to Use the Zero Pay Vouchers to Get a 10% Discount in Seoul

A step-by-step guide on using the Zero Pay app to buy and use the 10% discounted vouchers or gift certificates in Seoul, South Korea.

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THE Best Websites to Buy K-Beauty Online According to a Korean-American

A Korean-American’s guide to the best websites to buy Korean Beauty (K-Beauty) products in the United States.

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What to Wear in Seoul During Winter

Handy guide to staying warm in Seoul during the long, cold winters, what to wear, and where to shop for cold-weather essentials in Korea.

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Where to Buy Big Shoes in Korea

Finding big shoes in Korea is a challenge. Here is a local’s guide to buying bigger-sized shoes (from a US size 8 to a US size 10) in Korea.

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Finding an English-Speaking Women’s Dress Tailor in Seoul

Recently, I splurged on a beautiful black, sequinned tulle dress for my birthday from My Theresa and sized up, thinking that it ran small. What a mistake! After the hassle […]

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Where to Shop for International Fashion in Seoul, Korea

Sometimes when Korean clothes don’t suit you (or fit me well, in my case), it’s always good to be on the lookout for familiar brands with western sizing! Here is […]

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Most Popular Bags in Seoul That Are Literally Everywhere

A look at some of the most popular luxury and mid-priced handbags and eco tote bags in Seoul, South Korea in 2020.

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Where to Buy Plus-Sized Clothing in Seoul, Korea 2021

The real title of this article should be anyone bigger than a US size zero should take a peek at these shops because it is a real struggle to find […]

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Most Popular Beauty Products to Stock Up On While in Seoul

Traveling to Korea and need to stock up on the best Korean beauty products? Besides coming back with a bajillion Korean face masks — my favorite Korean mask brand being […]

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