Months had passed, and to this day, I still find myself wanting to go back. Seoul, you're definitely something else.

I find it always sweet reading the words "Special Limited Edition" in any K-POP merchandise I own, and Seventeen hit that right spot. One thing, that should be made clear though - this album is not mine - it's my sister's.

November 6, 2014

I must say, this day proved that you have to hold the vision, and trust the process. Sometimes it is just proper to let go of things and see what happens.

November 5, 2014

November 4, 2014

Being the eclectic travelers that we are, we chose not to get the map for the whole village, instead we just go wherever our feet takes us. So among the the sea of map carrying tourists along the alleys of Bukchon, Mona and I found ourselves walking around the quiet residential areas, admiring each and every bit of what Bukchon is known for.

November 4, 2014

The morning of our so-called default tourist "culture day". We found ourselves inside a cute cafe located within the Bukchon Hanok Village area.

November 3, 2014

From the hustle and bustle of Seoul, we find ourselves walking along the peaceful streets of Gyeonggi Province for the You Who Came from the Stars Exhibit at the Kintex 2 Outdoor Special Exhibition.

It felt as if we never left. An iconic figure greeted us as we entered the Dongdaemun Design Plaza,

November 2, 2014

Caused by three little brothers, loved by a nation, and even by millions around the world. We found ourselves taking the train out of Seoul heading to Songdo, Incheon.

October 31, 2014 

October 31, 2014 

What a beautiful accident it is to find ourselves Insa-dong.

Insa-dong Street is a street of Korean traditional culture with antique art and book shops, traditional teahouses and craft shops. It is one of Seoul's leading gallery streets and has been the location of many art galleries since the olden times. (Taken from the Seoul Metropolitan Government Tourist Guide Book)

I really hate it when something happens, and the itinerary I worked hard on(with matching color codes and tables, as well as maps) gets slightly ruined in a way. But maybe getting lost, and letting go of the itinerary is worth the risk after all.

I must thank Wifi Korea for being located in this area, for if not for them, I won't be able to walk the alleys of Insa-dong during our trip. (Also, if you're going to Korea, get their services. Awesome people, and awesome Wifi, you'll never be sorry.)

With a pathway of frog fountain benches, and line of trees. Insa-dong felt so authentic, vintage and in character. I felt lost in its feel. It's like I could walk around its path all day and I'll never get bored.


We randomly decided to enter this alley where we spot old looking houses, which turned out to be an alley of teahouses and galleries. Plants were abundant everywhere. There's like tea by your left, ceramics to your right. It felt as if my fantasy teahouse Pinterest board came to life. I was above the clouds.

What I hated so much about myself, not only during when we were in Insa-dong, but also during the whole duration of our Seoul trip, was the fact that I tend to be shy whenever I take photos of things I like to keep in memory. But maybe I'll discuss that in another entry.


If given another chance to fly back to Korea, I'll definitely put Insa-dong on my list.

1.   Check the opening hours. Either call or check the info regarding the resto. The staff was itching to close the place whilst we were still eating… I know, it may have been our little mistake. But that was so damn rude also. We, the fans are your source of your income. Your food may be good as hell. But Viva Polo staff, never… ever… mistreat us.
2.  Keep in mind how long will it take for you to get there. Because damn, we spent a good hour or two riding the train to Viva Polo. It is located far from the default SEOUL spots. It’s like an oasis of somesort. So better be ready with your subway battle plan.
3. If you’re really, really, seriously, no doubt super really in love with Chanyeol, or just a casual fan of EXO and think you could stand seeing his face in every corner of a room for like a good hour or two, go. Go devour the moment whilst you are there. Because that place is one heck of a Chanyeol shrine and I am not even kidding. I got sick of his face, but I still adore him anyway. 
4. Or if you are just casually just around the area and crave for some pizza and pasta, go! Go and get that Viva Polo! 

After 7 days, 23 hours, 35 minutes, and 22 seconds, my journey in the beautiful land of South Korea ended. So much had happened, I honestly don't even know where to begin.