Hello :)
received complaint for didnt update the blog
so here I come
Updates about my korea trip
before started, big thank you and warm hug for my yeobo
she is so awesome <3>
Day 1 - 10 July 0800
There has been people asking me who I traveled with
tedeehh.....
Peiler and me in the airport.
Hmm.. wondering why only us in the picture?
Haha, because only we two are traveling.
Yes, only us. 2 small size girl went and explored the korea :)
Korea won
RM 1 = 335 won
AUD 1 = 1000 won
Different from Johor and Singapore,
there are quite limited currency exchange in Korea.
Currency exchange are focused on certain areas
eg. Myeongdong and Dongdaemun
Best exchange rate is money exchange teller
then followed by bank, airport, department store and hotel.
For more details, visit
http://www.visitseoul.net/en/article/article.do?_method=view&m=0004007002008&p=07&art_id=37908&lang=en
Usually, the local will guide you to the bank for currency exchange
however, banks are not opening in weekends
**Malaysian Ringgit is not commonly traded in the Korea,
it is advisable to have USD dollar for convenience purpose
There is one currency exchange service counter located
in the first floor of the Seoul Station which accept Malaysian Ringgit.
Apple yogurt and Banana milk
A lot of bloggers have been promoting banana milk
and is in the must try list
so we also get one right after landing
p/s: She is the big fans for banana milk. :p
Where to get? It available in any convenience store
Seoul Train Station
K-pop Guesthouse
11-20 Dongja-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Direction : From Seoul Station, Out from Exit 11 (Metro Line 4)
(The Seoul Station is big and easier to lost the way.
Tips: Always look up for the sign above your head)
Turn right after the exit and walk straight
Standard Chartdered Bank is on the right
Walk further until the junction, look up to the building in front
then you can see the Kpop Guesthouse sign
Reception and common area
Is a building with 6 floors and a total of 27rooms
however lift service is not included
On the arrival date, we are lucky to have a male receptionist on duty
He offered help in carrying the luggage to the room.
Twin room attached with bathroom
The room looks exactly from the picture taken from the website
It is small but clean. Wifi service is fast and reliable.
Also, the receptionist can speaks English.
They are friendly and nice.
Recommended : 4.5/5 stars
Recommended : 4.5/5 stars
Breakfast are provided in the common area
menu : bread, jam, cereal, banana, milk and orange juice
**It is always crowded during 8 - 9am
Try to be there either early in the morning or after 9am
Dinner in Korean Restaurant (Myeongdong)
Recommended as they are multilingual, they speaks English and Japanese
However the food served are at average
$$$ Higher priced Rating : 3/5 stars
Sugar coated sweet potato
1000 won for 4 pieces
$$ Moderate priced Rating : 2/5 stars
It only taste sugary sweet and is hard to bite
Day 2 - 11 July 0800
Gyeongbokyung & Cheonggyecheon
Gyeongbokyung
(close on Monday)
Direction : Line 3 - Gyeongbokyung Station
Admission Cost : 3000 won
(close on Monday)
Direction : Line 3 - Gyeongbokyung Station
Admission Cost : 3000 won
English tour at 1100,
1330, 1530. Approx. 1-1.5 hour.
Tours depart in front of the Information Office
inside Heungnyemun Gate.
* Recommend to follow the English tour to know more about the culture and history of korea
One of the national treasures
If you are running man fans, this place shall be familiar to you
Can't recall?
Okay, scroll down for more pictures
Yes, Runningman Ep149 on 20130609
Theme: The Legendary Nine Tailed Fox Race
Guests: Kwon Ri Sae, Park So Hyun, Kim Su Mi, Song Eun Ee and Kim Suk
Taken at the main gate
It is real men
Usually, they will stand at the front and side of the main gate
to demonstrate the olden days in palace
however to the bad weather, they are standing under the roof.
Next stop:
Visit
Cheonggyecheon
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Course 2 (Distance: 2.6km/Duration: 2.5 hours)
Cheonggyecheon
Stream Culture Center - Gosanjagyo Bridge - Dumuldari Bridge -
Malgeunnaedari Bridge - Ogansugyo Bridge (Dongdaemun fashion town)
Malgeunnaedari Bridge - Ogansugyo Bridge (Dongdaemun fashion town)
Day view
Night View
Dongdeamun traditional market
A good place to try traditional korea food
Dongdaemun Shooping Area
Doota is pricy but the quality is good
Green tea red bean ice
from Atwosome Place
$$$ Higher priced Rating : 3/5 stars
Stay tuned.
More to updates.....
