Sin City is known for being extra and they go all out during the holiday season. In this post, I’m going to take you along the best places to see Christmas lights in Vegas. If you’re wondering what to do in Vegas at Christmas, then this list of free and paid activities will be sure […] Read more…
Pink Rosé Preset
This Pink Rosé Lightroom desktop and mobile preset for all the pink lovers. It is designed to give your photos a feminine energy. Read more…
Summer in Seoul Preset
This is an Adobe Lightroom preset for desktop and the free mobile app. Summer in Seoul is all about the warm golden tones that cover the city. It’s about the summer sunrises, sunsets, and the rooftop parties. Read more…
The Perfect Three Day Weekend in Austin Itinerary
Austin is quickly becoming a top destination for young travelers and home for many Gen Z and millennials. Why is it you may ask? Because Austin is awesome. If you’re looking for good food (especially breakfast tacos and food trucks), great live music, and some of the nicest people around, then you’re going to LOVE […] Read more…
Why I Left Korea
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…
Banyan Tree Seoul | Korea’s Most Luxurious Hotel
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…
Korea Fall Essentials
If you guys couldn’t tell from all my #Blogtober posts, I’m kind of obsessed with autumn. It’s a time I really come alive and feel super creative. It’s also a great opportunity to enjoy the changing of the seasons and the holiday joy I make while living so far away from home. This blog post […] Read more…
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For http://www.ginabearsblog.com| From 2015 to Present This website is for general information purposes only and it is written, managed, and edited only by me (the author, Gina Panozzo). The reading of all information on this website is of your own free will and if you do not accept the terms contained in this disclaimer, you should cease the […] Read more…
How To File Taxes While Living Abroad | Taxes for Expats
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…
The Ultimate Guide for Expat Women in Korea
Being abroad in a foreign country can be very daunting. Everything is different and the daily life we may have been used to in our own home countries is suddenly taken away. As a woman, you have to adapt to a new societal norm, new products, and a new way of being. Hence why I’m […] Read more…
Okinawa Budget Guide
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…
The Dark Side of Dating in Korea
While Kpop and Kdramas may give us this image Korean men come out of a fairytale, I want you all to remember this is just a mirage. These men are professionals who sell a dream to sell records, dramas, and merchandise. It’s all a part of the money making machine that is the entertainment export […] Read more…