Seoul, South Korea
New Culture, New Experiences!
A journey to Asia is always incredible, especially if you're a Westerner! For an unforgettable trip, try Seoul, South Korea, where you will be greeted by so many new adventures that you will never forget! You'll find everything here, from fitness and fashion to camaraderie and cuisine. It seems that everything here is different from back home, but that isn’t a bad thing. In fact, it is a great experience to try new things, step out of your comfort zone, and really see what this country has to offer - which is a lot!
It's recommended to fly with Korean Air World, and the company is very reputable and will get you an awesome flight. The food is pretty good for airline food! Spring for business class and get your own personal headphones, a TV, and a spacious seat so that I aren’t all crumpled up and stiff when you land!
While in South Korea, you will see the differences between their culture and the customs back home. Check out how fashion and styles differ over there, as well as how people communicate. Going to Asia as a Westerner is an experience you will never forget!
It's a lot of fun, even if there are initial communication gaps or things get muddled in translation. That's kind of part of the fun, though. You'll find that many of the people in South Korea are very eager to get to know you and learn more about why you're traveling and where you came from. It's an overall welcoming environment!
Believe it or not, there is a pretty solid fitness culture in Seoul, South Korea. A typical studio is very nice, with a really urban vibe and aesthetic to it, as well as gym equipment and even ballet barres. If you go to one with wide windows that stretch from floor to ceiling, you will be able to see the busy city of Seoul below while you exercise!
Waking up every morning in this amazing city is something you will never forget. Everyone is so kind and does their best to make sure that you are well taken care of. Whether that means offering you Korean snacks or some relaxation, everyone is so nice!
There are plenty of accommodations to choose from, and most offer gorgeous rooms to return to after each long day. No doubt your trip to South Korea will be action-packed, so you want a nice place to return to at the end of the day! Be sure to make the most of each second you have there, from meeting new friends to having a relaxing sleep back in the hotel!
Seoul can also be a chance to challenge your tastebuds with some local cuisine. There are many chic restaurants, and you need to try some of the local plates; they're so interesting and indescribable!
It is such a unique experience, and you'll be yearning to go back to Asia again soon! There is something so different about it, but at the end of the day, we can all get past the language barrier and realize that we aren’t very different after all! Have you ever been to Asia? Where to? How did you deal with culture shock and acclimating to the time zone, the mannerisms, the language? Comment below and tell me!