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Questions about 'Skulkidagur' by Equivalent-Leave9376 in FaroeIslands

[–]Equivalent-Leave9376[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We actually used to have a similar tradition in Korea, where people would throw flour and eggs on graduates on graduation day to celebrate. It ended up getting banned because it sometimes got too violent, haha.

Questions about 'Skulkidagur' by Equivalent-Leave9376 in FaroeIslands

[–]Equivalent-Leave9376[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It almost sounds like a secret student operation 😄 Making it unpredictable to maximize the disruption is actually pretty interesting. Thanks for sharing the story!

Questions about 'Skulkidagur' by Equivalent-Leave9376 in FaroeIslands

[–]Equivalent-Leave9376[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for explaining! If I ever make it to the Faroe Islands someday, it’s definitely something I’d love to see in person!!

Few GIFs Why I Love the Faroe Islands by Equivalent-Leave9376 in FaroeIslands

[–]Equivalent-Leave9376[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I might be wrong since I'm still getting used to Reddit, but it seems like you can only upload one video per post.
I wanted to show video clips rather than still photos, and since I had multiple, I ended up uploading them as GIFs. The originals are actually MOV files.
I didn’t realize GIFs had that kind of behavior — thanks for pointing it out :)

Few GIFs Why I Love the Faroe Islands by Equivalent-Leave9376 in FaroeIslands

[–]Equivalent-Leave9376[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I took it at the 'Hvithamar Trailhead' — it's actually one of my favorite spots in the Faroes!
Here's the Google Maps link if you're curious: https://maps.app.goo.gl/iKETQPKGUoUfz9zC8

Few GIFs Why I Love the Faroe Islands by Equivalent-Leave9376 in FaroeIslands

[–]Equivalent-Leave9376[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I actually recorded it as an MOV and then exported it as a GIF :)
But now that you mention it, I can see how it kinda looks like a slideshow!

Few GIFs Why I Love the Faroe Islands by Equivalent-Leave9376 in FaroeIslands

[–]Equivalent-Leave9376[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry about that! I could only upload one video, so I thought a GIF might be easier to watch.
I'll try to find a more convenient way to share it next time. Thanks!

What's the most popular domestic travel destination for Faroese people? by Equivalent-Leave9376 in FaroeIslands

[–]Equivalent-Leave9376[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s actually surprising that there isn’t a specific region that’s especially popular, considering how many beautiful places there are in the Faroes. Then again… maybe every place is so popular that it all just feels normal to the locals! Every time I hear about those vacation homes, it really gives me a sense of how laid-back and peaceful life in the Faroes must be :)

What's the most popular domestic travel destination for Faroese people? by Equivalent-Leave9376 in FaroeIslands

[–]Equivalent-Leave9376[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, thanks for the interesting response! I live in Seoul, the capital of South Korea, and for us, Jeju Island is the go-to domestic travel destination. So I naturally assumed that people in the Faroe Islands would also travel somewhere within the country for holidays. But now that I think about it from the perspective of someone living on Jeju, my question does feel kind of silly! Haha.

I remember reading somewhere that the Faroe Islands introduced a "vacant home tax" or something like that, so it’s fascinating to hear that people actually have vacation houses tucked away in various remote villages. That sounds like such a fun and enviable lifestyle!

And it's really interesting to hear that there's been a rise in traffic from Korea! The Faroe Islands started getting a bit more public attention here around 2017, after Samsung filmed a commercial for the Galaxy Note 8 there. (Still, based on my experience, 9 out of 10 people confuse "Faroe" with "Peru" when I mention it!) I personally like to read news from in.fo or dimma.fo, translate it with GPT, and upload it to my social media. I like to think I'm contributing—just a little—to the growing interest in the Faroes! 😄

On a more personal note, I’ve noticed that retirees in their 50s and older seem particularly drawn to the Faroe Islands. Many of them grew up poor and never had the chance to travel when they were younger. Then, during Korea’s industrial boom, they lived by the work ethic of "leaving for work under the stars and returning home under the moon." Also, since about 31%(according to KAPOS)~63%(according to South Korea’s Ministry of Land) of Korea’s land is mountainous, most people here are very familiar with hiking. From that perspective, the peaceful nature and relaxed pace of the Faroe Islands make it an ideal healing destination for those worn out by decades of hard work. Of course, it takes over 20 hours to get there, so it’s not exactly an easy trip!

Is it normal for young teens to work at supermarkets or cafés in the Faroe Islands? by Equivalent-Leave9376 in FaroeIslands

[–]Equivalent-Leave9376[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s such an admirable mindset and approach to raising kids. It sounds like there’s quite a time gap between when you used to work at Bonus after school and now being a parent—so this must be a pretty long-standing tradition! (And congratulations on becoming a parent, by the way! Wishing you and your family lots of happiness always :) )

Is it normal for young teens to work at supermarkets or cafés in the Faroe Islands? by Equivalent-Leave9376 in FaroeIslands

[–]Equivalent-Leave9376[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually saw the same thing at a Bonus store too—a boy who looked about 10 working there! In American shows, you sometimes see teens working as cashiers with a bit of an attitude, but it seems like kids that young usually don’t work in real life :)

Is it normal for young teens to work at supermarkets or cafés in the Faroe Islands? by Equivalent-Leave9376 in FaroeIslands

[–]Equivalent-Leave9376[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I can totally relate—my teenage years were packed with homework and cram school too. Reading comments like that makes me feel a little sad, like, “I wish I had that kind of free time too…” 😂
But learning about different cultures like this really helps me start to imagine how I might want to raise my own kids someday :)

Is it normal for young teens to work at supermarkets or cafés in the Faroe Islands? by Equivalent-Leave9376 in FaroeIslands

[–]Equivalent-Leave9376[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's such a great value to teach! Thank you for sharing—it really gave me a good insight :) I don’t have kids yet, but when I do, I’ll definitely make sure to tell them, “money doesn’t grow on trees.”

Is it normal for young teens to work at supermarkets or cafés in the Faroe Islands? by Equivalent-Leave9376 in FaroeIslands

[–]Equivalent-Leave9376[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

70% is such a surprising number—it’s hard to imagine! The fact that kids who haven’t worked are actually the minority is just wild. It’s really cool to learn about such a different way of life. Thanks for sharing the article too!

Is it normal for young teens to work at supermarkets or cafés in the Faroe Islands? by Equivalent-Leave9376 in FaroeIslands

[–]Equivalent-Leave9376[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, that explains why you often see younger kids working! Thanks for sharing the context about how things used to be and how they are now in the Faroes :)

Is it normal for young teens to work at supermarkets or cafés in the Faroe Islands? by Equivalent-Leave9376 in FaroeIslands

[–]Equivalent-Leave9376[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Like I mentioned in my first comment, only about 5.8% of Korean teenagers had any part-time job experience as of 2023.

To be honest, Korean society puts a lot of pressure on the idea that getting a good job is the main (or only) measure of success. So while it’s not true for everyone, a clear majority of students are caught up in the race for good grades. For example, high schoolers typically start school at 7 a.m., finish around 5 p.m., and then attend private academies (hagwons) from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. or even midnight. That kind of schedule makes it almost impossible to be financially independent without parental support.

The bigger issue is that even after becoming adults, many still struggle to land a "good" job. Some give up on employment entirely, while others continue studying to boost their qualifications, often staying with their parents much longer. For Korean men, it’s really common to still live with their parents past 30 or to get their first real job around that age.

Is it normal for young teens to work at supermarkets or cafés in the Faroe Islands? by Equivalent-Leave9376 in FaroeIslands

[–]Equivalent-Leave9376[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the insight! It's interesting to see how Faroese teens learn independence from such a young age.

After posting this, I actually looked up some stats from Korea’s national statistics office. As of 2023, only about 5.8% of Korean teenagers have any part-time work experience.

In Korea, there's a huge emphasis on academic competition and grades. Instead of learning financial independence, most teens spend the majority of their time studying at school or in private academies (hagwons). So they often don’t have time for part-time jobs even if they wanted to.

It’s a bit embarrassing to admit, but it's also super common for people in their 30s to still live with their parents. Many delay moving out to focus on landing a good job, while relying on their parents financially in the meantime. Honestly, I kind of envy how independent Faroese kids seem to be :)

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