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When it comes to finding a foreign language to sink your teeth into, most would think of every other language before landing on the Korean language. Especially for those who wish to acquire another language for career progression, the Korean language is usually not the first to come to mind. Overshadowed by many other languages,…

In a globalised world, sensitivity to foreign cultures is imperative. From academic collaboration and professional networking, to travelling – the modern world requires one to pick up more than one language to add in our arsenal. But with more than 7,000 languages worldwide, picking a foreign language to learn becomes a challenge.    When deciding…

Given that there are many types of tourists out there, there are some of us who are admittedly not a big fan of overrated and mainstream spots and would avoid them whenever we plan our next vacation. These touristy sites are often heavily commercialised and crowded with locals and tourists alike.   If you’re one…

Korean desserts have managed to score a place in tourists’ travel checklists when they spent their vacation at South Korea – and it’s little wonder why. Known for its world-class taste and vibrant appeal, taking a bite out of such sweet delicacies is bound to sweeten the rest of your day.   Whether you are…

As one of the Four Asian Tigers, there is a myriad of reasons that may entice somebody to drop everything they have and move to South Korea. Seoul, in particular, is a crazy hubbub of lights, skyscrapers, cute cafes and temples – it’s a wild yet seamless blend of traditions and globalisation. Moving there as…

You hear nothing but the chirping of the birds as the mountain breeze caresses your skin, along with the calming sound of water trickling down the stream nearby. If this sounds like your dream vacation, this pleasant sight will be an everyday experience at a temple stay in South Korea.   Temple Stay The temple…

Traditionally, the only exported entertainment mediums that rode the Hallyu wave were simply Korean Pop (K-Pop) and Korean Dramas (K-Drama). However, in recent years, another form of an entertainment medium is seen to be on the rise: webtoons. With its meteor popularity, it’s not surprising to see webtoons becoming part of the glocalisation of Korean…

Having successfully conquered the world, K-Pop is a global phenomenon that has swept the world off its feet. Its production value, the rich colours, the sounds and synchronised dances were enough to give a new listener a sensory overload and yet, still come back for more. Whilst these attributes may have attracted a large international…

Going to a Korean Language School might have taught you what the word 방 (bang) means in Korean, but it probably didn’t prepare you for how prevalent the Korean word for ‘room’ is once you’re there.   While you experience the multi-story chaos of neon, chrome, and colour of a street, the word bang will…

It is always easy to find the best and most popular Korean dramas. Many of them get high ratings and are usually the talk of the town as they capture the hearts of their viewers. However, finding the less popular ones that are still worth watching is much easier said than done. These K-drama shows…