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Photo courtesy of Mubongsan Youth Training Center
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Catch some winter fun on the hills near Camp Humphreys

For many who grew up in regions with winter snowfalls, sledding is one of the favorite seasonal pastimes especially after a fresh batch of snow covers area parks and grassy knolls.
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) affects millions of Americans every year and is believed to be more common in parts of the country where the sunshine is less prevalent, such as here. SAD symptoms can include a down mood, loss of interest in activities that are normally enjoyable, change in appetite, sleep patterns, fatigue and loss of energy. (Navy photo by Douglas Stutz)
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Shining light on those wintertime blues

The winter weather forecast will be snow and sleet for some, yet sorrow and sadness for others.
Photo by ChiHon Kim
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The lights of Ansan, Korea, that never go out

If you are worried you missed your chance to enjoy Korea’s winter illuminations, relax because there is a place lit up year-round.
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3 Must-visit places to warm up with a Winter spa day

Set off for Busan to escape from the winter cold as many well-known spas are scattered across the city.
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Sign up for Haeundae Polar Bear Festival 2020 by Dec. 20

The 33rd annual Haeundae Polar Bear Festival will take place from January 4-5, 2020 at Haeundae Beach. This unique event is held every year to help embrace the cold winter weather, as well as pray for good health in the New Year.
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Sculpted beauty at Sapporo Snow Festival Jan. 31-Feb. 11

Hundreds of gigantic, eye-catching castles, shrines, Disney characters and Darth Vader of Star Wars will be shining February in the winter sunlight in Sapporo, the capital of Japan’s northern main island of Hokkaido. They are not made from glass or any synthetic materials, only ice and snow!
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Speakin’ Korean: Winter Words

As with many cultures, family is of the utmost importance in Korea. Here are a few helpful words to impress your friends and family.
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Winter illumination at Dadaepo Sunset Fountain of Dreams, Busan until Feb. 9, 2020

The ‘Dadaepo Sunset Fountain of Dreams’ music shows have been running from April to October, but during the winter season, the area will be transformed using illuminated art installations and a light tunnel.
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In southeastern Korea, temps to be similar or higher than average this winter

Temperatures this winter in the southeastern regions of Korea will be similar to last years according to predictions from local weather authorities.
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Boseong Tea Plantation Light Festival until Jan. 5, 2020

From November 29th until January 5, 2020, the fields of green are transposed into fields of lights turning it into a winter wonderland.
Hanjeongsik – 8,000 won
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Gugane Hanjeongsik: Savory full-course Korean meals in Busan

In Mangmi-dong, Suyeong-gu, Gugane offers an awesome Korean traditional meal at a reasonalble price. You can enjoy the fine collection of well-known Korean side dishes carefully made by the owner/chef.
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Strawberry Buffet with a variety of desserts at Lotte Hotel in Seomyeon, Busan

Strawberry season is in full swing and The Lounge at the Lotte Hotel in Seomyeon is celebrating with a Strawberry Picnic Buffet.
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Hasukjip in Centum: Experience an 80’s-style Korean meat restaurant

Take a step back into an older-style themed Korean meat restaurant that delivers memories of the 1980's with affordable prices and great taste.
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McDonald’s Korea raises prices for some items

Prices are set to rise slightly at McDonald’s around the nation on some of their menu items from today.
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Special Lunar New Year dinner buffet at Park Hyatt Jan. 24-26

The Park Hyatt in Marine City is hosting a special “Lunar New Year Dinner Buffet” featuring traditional Korean dishes and a variety of items at its Steak & Seafood grill restaurant “Dining Room”.
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Enjoy tasty Italian-Korean fusion at Querencia

If you like Italian food, try ‘Querencia’ on the first floor of the Fly Station building. The newly opened Querencia serves up not only “authentic Italian,” but also “Italian-Korean fusion.”
Kim Yongho, head chef at the restaurant, has over 20 years of experience cooking at Italian restaurants in Italy and it really shows.