The Golden Residency Visa
Words and photo by Lorryn Smit The ever sought-after F-2 visa is the ultimate way to upgrade your life in South Korea if you are looking to stay here more … Read More
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Bike’n Hike Exploring the Korean Countryside
Words and photos by Sean Walker The Damyang House’s “Bike’n Hike” concept – free, multi-day cycling tours to the surrounding national parks – was born out of a failed backpacking … Read More
Vagina Monologues 2017: Why We Take the Stage
Words by Anastasia Traynin Rehearsal photo by Paolo Mondragon The sixth annual V-Day Gwangju Theater is once again performing Eve Ensler’s original 1996 play, The Vagina Monologues. Same as last … Read More
Claire Kim: The Power of Now
Words by Joe Wabe Photos courtesy of Claire Kim Most of us believe we are in control of our future, our goals and dreams are set, and we are certain … Read More
Rock Bowling
Photos by Lorryn Smit If you have ever woken up and fancied a beer and a spot of bowling, then Korean rock bowling might be right up your alley. While … Read More
Expat Living: Internet Shopping
Internet shopping is relatively very easy, safe, and convenient to do in Korea, being the world’s best in Internet speed. A few years ago, registration for Internet shopping users was … Read More
Organic Foods: Why and Where (in Korea)
Last year it came to me that I wanted to try an experiment. I went to Emart and bought two sweet potatoes, one “organic” and one “conventional.” I similarly bought … Read More
Hansalim: The Origin of Korea’s Eco-friendly Local Food Cooperative Movement
Photos courtesy of Hansalim Though the language/information barrier can be daunting, international residents in Gwangju and Jeollanamdo who want to support local organic food producers have a few options to … Read More