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Exploring Korea: Top 5 things to do in Hongdae

Hongdae is one of the great spots to dine out. The streets are filled with diverse eateries featuring not only Korean delicacies, but also other international cuisines.

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Korea Kids’ Corner: Best dinosaur museums in South Korea to explore with family!

Why are dinosaurs such a fascinating topic for kids? Perhaps it’s the giant size and awe-inspiring nature of these ancient creatures that captures their imaginations.

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Top spots in South Korea

Wondering where to begin your adventure in ROK during your stay? Here is a list of the top must-explore cities boasting all the beauty Korea has to offer.

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Shopping in Korea: Navigating ROK’s shopping mecca Dongdaemun

Stripes Korea writer Hyemin Lee is going to take you to the country’s shopping mecca, Dongdaemun. With 32 shopping malls, a vast array of markets, and 30,000 stores in all, you can’t go wrong here!


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VIDEO: Taste of Korea: Noryangjin Fish Market a seafood heaven

If you’re a seafood lover, Noryangjin Fish Market (노량진 수산시장) is a great spot to visit and explore.

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Tip of the day: How to order delivery food in Korea

This app is considered the best food delivery app in Korea as it offers a larger selection of restaurants than others like Yogiyo and Coupang Eats.


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Experience urban harvest at Yongsan Family Park this fall

Seoul City is bringing the joys of the autumn harvest to the heart of the city with the “Yongsan Family Park Autumn Harvest Festival,” to be held from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, October 26, at the first plaza (lawn plaza) of Yongsan Family Park.

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403rd AFSB Personality Spotlight: Mr. Pak, Kyong Ho, LRC-Daegu

Mr. Pak was nominated for the 403rd Army Field Support Brigade Personality Spotlight for his hard work and dedication, and for his outstanding achievements, which have significantly contributed to the overall improvement of the LRC-Daegu’s mission readiness.

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23rd Seoul Silver Grass Festival to illuminate Haneul Park Oct. 19-25

The 23rd Seoul Silver Grass Festival will be held from October 19 to 25, 2024, at Haneul Park, World Cup Park, offering visitors seven days of stunning silver grass fields, interactive programs, and evening light shows.

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Bustlin’ Busan: Fun with friends in Korea’s 2nd-largest city

When I become a close friend with someone in the U.S. military, saying goodbye often comes too soon, which was the case when my dear friend Amanda, aka DJ Die Hard, recently left Korea.

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Taste of Korea: Grilled meats await at Michelin Guide-rated Tongue and Groove Joint in Seoul

Deep in Seoul’s popular Itaewon district, you’ll find Tongue and Groove Joint, a trendy spot to enjoy Korean barbecue that has earned itself a nod from the prestigious Michelin Guide since 2018.

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Submit photos for Welcome to the Pacific magazine by Jan. 22, 2025

Have you ever dreamed about having your photo featured on the cover of a magazine?In May 2025, the next edition of our annual Stars and Stripes Welcome to the Pacific magazine will hit the streets, and we’re looking for you, our readers, to help make it the best ever!

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Job Opening at Stars and Stripes: Multimedia, Digital, and Programmatic Sales Contractor

Are you an experienced sales professional with a passion for multimedia and digital sales? Stars and Stripes is looking for independent contractors to join our team, working in Tokyo, Seoul, Okinawa, or Singapore.


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