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If you guys have been following me on Instagram, you’ll partially know why I left Korea. Honestly, there’s so many reasons why I chose to leave and pursue other dreams in my life and now that I’m gone and can speak more freely, I’m ready to share it with you. I know some of you […] Read more…
Planning a trip or staycation in Seoul? If you’re looking for the finest the city has to offer in dining, rooms, and location, then look no further than Banyan Tree Seoul. I recently had the opportunity to stay at this beautiful property and absolutely loved it. The Banyan Tree Club and Spa in Seoul is […] Read more…
So you want to teach in Japan? Great! Teaching English in Japan can be one of the most exciting choices of your life. You’ll get to completely immerse yourself in a different culture and experience a country so different from your own, it’ll be a unique opportunity. But you must be wondering where to start. […] Read more…
Looking for cute travel hairstyles? Tired of the same old pulled back hairstyle that makes you look super boring in photos? Well, Gina Bear has got you covered with these easy travel hairstyles. Never wonder how you’re gonna do your hair ever again. There are so many variations you can do with all of these. […] Read more…
In this post, you’ll find 20 cool summer photo ideas for your Instagram that you can take at the beach, and home, or even in your back yard. It’s no secret I absolutely love Instagram. I’ve met so many cool people throughout the years and formed really awesome friendships. I find it as a great […] Read more…
If you’re wondering how to file taxes while living abroad, then I highly recommend Taxes for Expats. You probably have questions like, “How do I file US taxes from abroad?” Luckily for us, Taxes for Expats has been preparing expat returns for over 25 years for clients in 175 countries. Living abroad is a fun […] Read more…
It’s hard to know where to begin. I know I’m tackling a very delicate topic and there will people on all sides of the argument. Let it be clear I’m not here to say anyone’s experiences are invalid. Your experiences are yours and nothing I say can change that. Similarly, I’m asking all of you […] Read more…
This is one of my most requested blog posts and I’m finally delivering. Some of the most frequently asked questions I get in my DMs is: How hard is it to be vegetarian in South Korea? What do you cook at home? What recipes do you use? Is it easy to be vegetarian in South […] Read more…
Have you been dreaming about visiting South Korea and wondering what to expect when you travel to Korea? As one of my favorite countries to travel in, The Land of the Morning Calm offers a plethora of things to do and see. One of the fun parts of traveling is how much different another culture […] Read more…
Don’t get me wrong here. I know I’m a blessed little pumpkin to have been living abroad so long. I understand my passport and birthright afford me many opportunities (especially in Asia) to work and live abroad very comfortably. While I don’t take any of my blessings for granted, at the end of the day, […] Read more…
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This is my guide for a five day trip in Okinawa in September. I’d like to mention that I traveled while Japan and Korea are beefing so flights were really cheap. During this time, a lot of Koreans canceled their flights and plans to travel to Japan in order to prove a point. I’d also […] Read more…
