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If you are planning a Gyeongbokgung Palace tour, joining the official guided tour is one of the best ways to understand the history of Korea’s most important royal palace. Many visitors simply walk around the palace and take photos. However, the buildings hold stories spanning more than 500 years of history. Because a guide explains…
I recently stayed at HOTEL DRIP&DROP Myeongdong, a newly opened capsule hotel in Myeongdong that launched in August 2024. The hotel’s concept is simple: drop your luggage, relax, and enjoy a cup of coffee. The lounge is designed like a small café, and they even serve freshly brewed coffee to guests every morning. Here is…
If you’re traveling around Korea by train, you might wonder about KTX luggage storage and where to put your suitcase on KTX trains. Many travelers carry large suitcases when visiting cities like Busan, Gyeongju, Jeonju, Gangneung, Mokpo, or Yeosu. Fortunately, KTX luggage storage is usually easy to manage if you know where to place your…
After staying at L YOUNG Inn Capsule Hotel Myeongdong, I stopped by Shinsegae Topokki the next day while exploring Myeongdong. If you are looking for Myeongdong topokki, this is one of the best-known old-school spots in the area. Shinsegae Topokki is a small local bunsik shop that has been featured on Korean TV and remains…
L YOUNG Inn Capsule Hotel Myeongdong is an affordable capsule hotel located right next to Chungmuro Station, just one subway stop away from Myeongdong. I stayed here one night last month. Although the hotel name includes “Myeongdong,” the property is actually located just a 1-minute walk from Chungmuro Station. From here, Myeongdong Station is only…
I usually try to take a shower in the lounge before a long-haul flight. Even if I shower at home before heading to the airport, walking through the terminal with luggage often leaves me feeling a bit sweaty. A quick shower right before boarding makes a noticeable difference in how comfortable I feel during the…
On February 25, 2026, I flew Air Canada AC61 from Toronto (YYZ) to Seoul (ICN) in Business Class on the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. The scheduled flight time was 15 hours and 15 minutes. Due to delays, I was onboard for nearly 18 hours. Yet I stepped off the aircraft without lower back pain, knee stiffness,…
Last updated: February 28, 2026For the most real-time updates, you can also check the Official AREX Website If you are looking for the latest AREX train timetable & schedule between Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Seoul Station, you can find the full schedule below. (FYI, AREX is Airport Railroad Express.) AREX Express Train Timetable If…