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Stationed in Korea? Tips for making Korean friends

When it comes to making friends with Koreans, understanding the culture and ways of connecting is key.

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VIDEO: Taste of Korea - Enjoy full-course Korean meal via han-jeong-sik in Seoul

If you are an adventurous eater, try han-jeong-sik, a premium and traditional Korean full course meal.

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Everything you need to know about Korea’s famous Boryeong Mud Festival

If you’ve been in Korea for more than one summer, you’ve heard of it. If you haven’t been yet, this might be the year.

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Traveling in Korea: Terrific tips for taking trains, taxis and buses

You can get almost anywhere on the Korean Peninsula with minimal effort and for a very reasonable price via public or private transportation.


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Exploring Korean War at memorial museum

The War Memorial of Korea is hands down my favorite destination. If you’re a U.S. military member, a member of the UN forces stationed in Korea or simply a history buff, mark it as an absolute must-visit spot!

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Korea tip of the Day: Follow bus-only lane rules

In Korea, you should avoid using bus-only lanes during designated times since CCTV cameras and traffic police are actively monitoring.


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Pacific Tattoo Ink at Stars and Stripes

Stripers’ stories about their tattoos.

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Exploring Korea: Shop until you drop in Dongdaemun

Dongdaemun, a place where you can see both the traditional and contemporary sides of Korea, is home to the popular Dongdaemun Fashion Town, known as the country’s shopping mecca and the center of fashion. 

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Get published in Stars and Stripes Destination Paradise magazine; deadline July 15

It’s time to book your flights and pack your bags to go on your next adventure! We know you love to travel as much as we do and being stationed in the Pacific provides great access to all the beautiful countries you never imagined you’d get to see.

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Green tea culture Korea vs Japan 

When American friends come over to my place and ask for water, I hand them green tea stored in my refrigerator.

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Taste of Korea: Try a giant traditional pancake (jeon) on folk marketplace street

Not far from the main entrance of Oeam Folk Village, you’ll find the Oeam Folk Marketplace Street, known for its row of traditional eateries in thatched roof houses.

Photo Of Yangsan Design Park Water Playground open through Aug. 23

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Yangsan Design Park Water Playground open through Aug. 23

Yangsan will open the Design Park Water Playground from July 10 to August 23, providing a free outdoor water play area for residents looking to escape the summer heat.

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Busan Children’s Grand Park Water Playground opens July 17

The Busan Children’s Grand Park Water Playground will officially open for the summer season on July 17, with a two-day preview opening scheduled for July 11 and 12.

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KFC 1+1 event returns for July in Korea

KFC Korea’s 1+1 day returns for the 11th day of each month.


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