Latina Solo Female Travel Blogger
When everyone thinks of Asia and cool things, they automatically say Tokyo, with its useless useful inventions, funky fashion, and interesting culture. Just an FYI, Tokyo is not a representation for all of Japan. I hardly hear anyone in the west talking about Korea even though Korea has proven to be more technologically forward compared […] Read more…
Hello and welcome to my little corner of the internet. If you’re just finding this blog post, you must be wondering, “What are the pros and cons of living in South Korea?” Which means you’re considering the big move over here. Congratulations! I’m Gina Bear, your big internet sister who is here to help you […] Read more…
I get a lot of questions in my Instagram DMs and YouTube comments, but these are the ones that come up the most often. “What’s it like living in South Korea?” And honestly, it’s the hardest one for me to answer out of them all. My experiences in Korea don’t speak for everyone, and my […] Read more…
Today, I am very proud to feature Izzy from The Next Somewhere. Izzy has an amazingly sweet disposition and a beautiful way with words. Her prose sucks you in and her compelling way of telling us her life experiences will keep you glued until the end. On my blog, I’m a big fan of keeping […] Read more…
Looking for the perfect gift for that special someone in your life who loves Korea? I’ve got you covered with unique Korea gift ideas! The holiday season is the best time to find that thoughtful gift and in this comprehensive guide, I have tons of inspo for you! So why should you listen to me […] Read more…
Solo women travelers constantly ask me, “Is solo female travel in Korea safe?” I lived in South Korea for almost six years, speak the language, and have traveled extensively throughout the country. I’m one of the very few South Korea bloggers that have a local and solo female traveler’s viewpoint. I’ve been through the good, […] Read more…
I’m assuming you’re here because you wanna be scared silly by scary Korean horror stories… Well… Me too, twinsies! The first one to get chills has to pay for the popcorn at the next movie. Deal? Deal. As someone who does believe in ghosts and has had supernatural experiences, nothing gives me chills like a […] Read more…
Korean superstitions are an interesting part of Korean language and culture. Like every culture, Korean people have a set of beliefs and ideas that will bring fortune, misfortune, or even death. This is a huge list of cultural superstitions and some you may have heard of while others… Will definitely come as a shock! If […] Read more…
Are you planning a trip to South Korea during the fall season? If you are, this ultimate Autumn in South Korea Bucket List is the best way to make sure you enjoy everything the country has to offer. Koreans do things very differently, but that’s what makes September, October, and November the best months to […] Read more…
I’ve constantly been asked throughout my tenure on social media, “What’s it like living in Japan as a foreign woman?” This is a question I’ve struggled with because where do I even begin after a three-year experience in Japan? I spent most of my very young 20s on an island in the middle of the […] Read more…
Planning on spending your summer vacation in Korea? My summer fashion in Korea is pretty simple since summer in Seoul is very humid. This guide will give you a full break down on what to wear in Korea. You’ll know what to bring to Korea, how to dress in Korea, and what not to wear […] Read more…
If you find yourself visiting during rainy season in Korea, then expect a lot of heavy rains and high humidity levels. The amount of rainfall is about 395mm (15.5 inches)… Now that’s a lot of water! As a matter of fact, the Korean rainy season goes until late July. During this time you’ll see tropical […] Read more…