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This autumn I finally made it down to a city that I’ve been wanting to visit for years: Gwangju!

all, travelCari CakesOctober 21, 2020outside seoul, korea, asia, gwangju Comments

Taking a Sunset Hike on Inwangsan In Seoul, Korea

A few weeks ago, my friend took a sunrise hike through a gorgeous trail that I had never known about. She said it was quick and easy, so I thought I’d give it a go for sunset!

all, seoul, travelCari CakesOctober 18, 2020seoul, hiking, korea, asia Comments

Reading True Crime: 6 Books Full of Mystery and Controversy

Whether it’s because of the drama, the problem solving, or history, there is no denying that true crime is having a serious moment in pop culture lately.

all, lifestyleCari CakesOctober 9, 2020books Comments

Visiting Edelweiss, The Swiss Theme Park in Gapyeong, Korea

I decided that I wanted to get out of Seoul, and possibly Korea, this week. A simply train ride got me as far as Switzerland!

all, travelCari CakesOctober 7, 2020outside seoul, korea, asia, seoul Comment

Staying in a Tiny Private Guesthouse in Seoul, Korea

The Maxmini-um Guesthouse is located right next to Sogang University, about a 10 minute walk from Sinchon Station and maybe 15 minutes to Hongdae.

all, lifestyle, seoul, travelCari CakesOctober 1, 2020hotel, seoul, korea, asiaComment

Reading RM's Book Recommendation List

You asked I delivered! Reading BTS’ Namjoon’s book recommendation list :)

all, bookshelf, lifestyleCari CakesAugust 21, 2020books Comments

I Started a New YouTube Channel: BookTube Newbie!

Get ready for lots more book content!

all, lifestyleCari CakesJuly 4, 2020books Comment

Write a Letter to Your Future Self at This Seoul Cafe

When you walk into the cafe called “A Space Filled With You,” you are greeted by a wall of envelopes from floor to ceiling.

all, lifestyleCari CakesJune 10, 2020seoul, cafe, korea, asia Comment

A Magical (Wheelchair Accessible!) Forest Trail in the Middle of Seoul

I have been to Ansan numerous times, but have always gone with the goal of getting to the top to take in the spectacular view of Seoul. What I didn’t know, is that had I taken just one right turn instead of left…

all, travelCari CakesJune 7, 2020seoul, korea, hiking, asia Comment

I Designed My First Piece of Jewelry with Ana Luisa!

I am so excited to finally talk about a project I’ve been working on since December of last year.

all, lifestyleCari CakesMay 29, 2020ana luisa, jewelryComment

Need a Quarantine Read? Here Are My Recommendations!

Tired of Netflix? Can’t bring yourself to reread Harry Potter for the 50th time? I’ve compiled a list of books that really grabbed ahold of my attention and I’m hoping you haven’t read at least one of them! Enjoy!

all, lifestyleCari CakesMay 24, 2020books Comment

Exploring Mangwon, One of My Favorite Neighborhoods in Seoul

Mangwon is one of my favorite neighborhoods to explore and here are a few of my favorite things :)

all, travelCari CakesMay 20, 2020seoul, asia, korea, mangwon Comments

Micro-Needling RF Treatment and Aqua Peel in Seoul, Korea

Last month I visited ATOP Plastic Surgery through Eunogo for my first micro-needling experience!

all, lifestyleCari CakesApril 12, 2020skincareComment

Apartment Hunting in Seoul, Korea (Weolse vs Jeonse)

In Korea, the year-long contract you sign for your home typically renews itself without you having to talk to your landlord.

all, lifestyleCari CakesApril 1, 2020seoul, korea, apartmentComment

Books That Are Actually Scary (Warning: You Might Have Nightmares)

Boo! You know I love me a good thriller so I finally put together a list of books that genuinely got my pulse racing and gave me the heebie jeebies.

lifestyle, allCari CakesMarch 25, 2020books Comment

Taking a Ceramics Class in Seoul

“One-day classes” are becoming a trend here in Seoul for everything from flower arranging to making alcohol or painting ceramics.

all, lifestyleCari CakesFebruary 23, 2020seoul, korea, ceramics, asia Comments

A Q&A With My Husband | MBTI Types and Life in Korea

Kurt and I are simultaneously so, so similar, and so, so different. We sat down with a few questions sent to us on Instagram and had a little Saturday paint session.

all, thoughts, lifestyleCari CakesFebruary 16, 2020Comment

Outside of Seoul: Two Days in Jeonju, Korea

Last week, I decided to visit a town I hadn’t been to in about two years. It’s famous in Korea for its history, its food, and its beauty: Jeonju.

all, travelCari CakesJanuary 22, 2020outside seoul, asia, korea, jeonjuComment

Seoul's Lunchbox Food Market: Tongin Market (통인시장)

Early one Saturday morning Kurt and I took a bus over to Seochon, a neighborhood we both love, to visit Tongin Market.

all, travelCari CakesJanuary 19, 2020seoul, korea, asiaComment

A Few Lovely Bookstores to Visit in Seoul

I visited a few old favorites and new finds recently and brought you all along :) Here is all the info about the bookstores I visited in the video but it by no means scratches the surface of the bookstores in Seoul!

all, travelCari CakesJanuary 8, 2020seoul, korea, books, asiaComment

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