Gina Bear

Gina is a half Mexican-half Italian Chicago native currently living in Austin, Texas. She lived abroad in both Japan and South Korea for almost a decade. Her blog gives extensive itineraries and insider tips on how to easily travel as a woman.

The Best Places To See Cherry Blossoms in Seoul 2024

Spring in Korea is undoubtedly one of the best seasons. The cherry blossoms in Korea have a special meaning of purity and beauty. It’s when everyone is hopeful of a new school year, job, and maybe even a new love. If you’re looking to truly enjoy the cherry blossoms in Seoul, I’ve compiled a list […] Read more…

50 Best Japanese Gift Ideas For Japan Lovers

Hey there and welcome! You’re here because you know someone who is completely #obsessed with Japan. This blog post will give you gift ideas from Japan, Japanese gifts for her, Japanese gifts for him, gifts for Japan lovers. There’s something in this post for everyone including traditional Japanese gifts andcool stuff to get from Japan. […] Read more…

How To Study Korean Language with 90 Day Korean

When I lived in Korea, I seriously studied the Korean language for two years by taking KIIP courses, using online resources and books. Some of them have been excellent (like 90 Day Korean because they have a FREE Korean alphabet cheat sheet) and others… Well, they leave much to be desired. A question I oftentimes […] Read more…

A Guide To The Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival

The Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival is the creme de la creme of cherry blossom festivals in Korea. It is THE place to go during spring in Korea. Legit a Seoul cherry blossom festival has got nothing on Jinhae Gu. According to CNN, it’s the best cherry blossom festival in South Korea. I had the opportunity […] Read more…

Jindo Miracle Sea Road Festival In South Korea

The Jindo Miracle Sea Road Festival (진도신비의바닷길축제) happens only once a year during spring in Korea. During this time, a 2.8 kilometer gap opens and many festival goers have one hour to cross the ocean at extremely low tide. It’s a once in a lifetime experience and I have never seen anything like it. In […] Read more…

Spring in Seoul | What To Wear in Spring in Korea

Spring in Seoul is a pretty epic time of year. For Koreans, cherry blossoms are a symbol of purity and beauty. They have also been used in Korean entertainment to represent true love. Spring in Korea brings hope for a new year and new beginning. During spring time in Seoul you’ll see many businesses decorating with […] Read more…

The Ultimate Travel Guide to Spring in Korea (2024)

Korea in spring definitely has a catchy tune… Cherry Blossom Ending 벚꽃 엔딩 by Busker Busker. Similarly, I also can’t help but listen to Flower Road 꽃길 by Big Bang. If you’re looking to travel during the most romantic time of year, then this spring in Korea travel guide will help you plan an epic […] Read more…

How To Celebrate Valentine’s Day in South Korea

Alas, the holiday of love. How is Valentine’s Day in South Korea celebrated? What do Koreans even do and why? Valentine’s Day is celebrated a bit differently in Korea as compared to the rest of the world. If you’re wondering how to spend a Korean Valentine’s Day, then this blog post is for you. You’ll […] Read more…

40 South Korea Travel Tips

Decided to travel to Korea? Looking for some South Korea travel tips or some solid South Korea travel advice? I lived in South Korea for five and a half years, speak the language, and worked in Korean society. Honestly, I would consider myself an expert on traveling South Korea. I know my way around like a […] Read more…

75 Things No One Tells You About Korea

Hey guys, this is your friendly internet big sister, Gina Bear reporting to you for duty. I lived abroad in both Japan and South Korea for almost a decade. After being in Asia so long I began to think… What are some things no one tells you about Korea? What are some things I wish […] Read more…

Korean Boyfriends and Dating in Korea 101

If you’re looking for your Korean Mr. Right, you’ve come to the right place. This blog post is going to deep dive into dating in Korea. If you’re wondering about the very really dating experience, I have lots of knowledge to share from my own Korean boyfriends and experiences from friends. Some Korean guys I met are more […] Read more…

25 Things No One Tells You About Teaching English in Korea

If you’ve ever thought about teaching abroad, you might wonder about the things no one tells you about teaching English in Korea? Korea is one of the best countries in Asia to teach English and I highly recommend coming here to anyone considering to move abroad. There’s so much opportunities for fun and growth. In […] Read more…

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