[HanCinema's Digest] Travel Bug Bites

Stay up to date with news of some of the best festivals in Korea with The Korea Herald, High Heels and a Backpack shares what they love about Korea, explore some of Korea's many incredible hiking trails, and Live Learn Venture runs through 30 things you may not have known about The Land of the Morning Calm.

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The Korea Herald's "Travel Bits" ensures we don't miss out on some of the top festivals happening around Korea in the near future. There is always something special just on the horizon in Korea, like the Gwangju World Kimchi Culture Festival that kicks off later this month, so be sure to browse their list and diarise your favourite events. Which events are you most excited for? We'd love to hear from you in the comment section...

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"10 Reasons I Love South Korea"

Not that you really need any more reasons to finally book that flight you've always want to Korea, but it's always nice to hear what other travellers have to say about the country and what they loved most. In this post on High Heels and a Backpack, you get one such perspective as they list their top ten favourite things about South Korea.

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"Hiking in South Korea: 3 Epic Trails You Won't Want to Miss!"

It's one of South Korea's most beloved pastimes, hiking, which is understandable given just how many beautiful places there are to get out and about. Hit the big city, shop till you drop, enjoy the buzz of the nightlife, but also be sure to experience some of Korea's natural scenery firsthand: "Hiking is a favourite pastime for South Koreans, and many flock to the country's perfectly maintained trails on weekends to escape the big smoke. The trailheads are usually easily accessed by public transport, and for most day hikes you won't even need a map".

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"30 THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT SOUTH KOREA"

Okay, so you've done all your research on what to expect when you come and visit Korea, but is there anything you may have missed? It could be a custom you're not familiar with, a cultural courtesy that's good to know, or maybe just a heads up about what you may see around town. In this post on Live Learn Venture, you'll find 30 things that may not have know about life in South Korea. "If you ever plan to visit or live in this country, there are some things that may surprise you..."

...READ ON LIVE LEARN VENTURE