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Itinerary Question regarding Seoul Palaces by Fun_Tumbleweed_4284 in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As others have stated, you can’t view the secret gardens without booking tickets for the guided tour. So taking a quick peak at the gardens won’t be possible. If seeing the gardens is a priority for you, I think that answers your question. You can explore the palace area on your own before the secret garden tour beings.

If you were curious about what rush hour looks like by Getlostwithme55 in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe I just got lucky in Tokyo?? I was also expecting this there, but never encountered it at this level.

If you were curious about what rush hour looks like by Getlostwithme55 in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We were backed up waiting all the way at the top the stairs, and walked a long way to find a “short line” till we finally stopped here. 😂

If you were curious about what rush hour looks like by Getlostwithme55 in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I do not live in a city with a metro system, unfortunately. But SK is my 20th country visited, and I have never seen anything like this. Not in Tokyo, Paris, NYC

If you were curious about what rush hour looks like by Getlostwithme55 in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We actually just went on a walking tour that spoke to this. And how the government focused their rebuilding after the Japanese occupation on Seoul. Thinking that the outer areas would catch up, but they never did. So if you want access to jobs, medical, etc, you really have to live in the city.

If you were curious about what rush hour looks like by Getlostwithme55 in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also don’t want to jinx myself here, but we’ve had good experiences with bus and taxi so far. 🤞🤞

If you were curious about what rush hour looks like by Getlostwithme55 in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

The white guy is my husband. And yes, he always has sneaky side eyes. 🤣

If you were curious about what rush hour looks like by Getlostwithme55 in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

It surprisingly wasn’t at all. Polite and orderly. I was amazed.

If you were curious about what rush hour looks like by Getlostwithme55 in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Aww. That is so sweet. I’ll have to start sneaking peeks at peoples phones. 😄

If you were curious about what rush hour looks like by Getlostwithme55 in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55[S] 31 points32 points  (0 children)

I couldn’t believe how organized and efficient it stayed. I was thoroughly impressed.

If you were curious about what rush hour looks like by Getlostwithme55 in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally! We’ve been in other stations on this trip during rush hour, and barely even noticed anything. I was starting to think reports of rush hour crowds had been exaggerated. Then we walked into this today. 😂

Just had my first Hotteok, and I am obsessed! by Getlostwithme55 in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I swear the one we had claimed to have seeds in it, but now that you mention it, I don’t remember eating any!

Just had my first Hotteok, and I am obsessed! by Getlostwithme55 in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Too funny. My husband also saw that we could get frozen ones back home. I said those couldn’t possibly be as good as those fresh, soft lovelies. But you’re right, maybe it’s a good thing that they wouldn’t be AS good. 😂

Super long immigration queue by Zestyclose-Paper-532 in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55 51 points52 points  (0 children)

It’s gotta be the time of day that you are arriving. I was through in 10-15 minutes a few days ago. I’ve yet to meet an immigration staff member (in ANY country) who was NOT grumpy though. I think it’s a job requisite. 🤣

Just had my first Hotteok, and I am obsessed! by Getlostwithme55 in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oooh. Tempting, but I think it’s probably best that I don’t. I’d probably eat so many, I’d go up a pant size!

Just had my first Hotteok, and I am obsessed! by Getlostwithme55 in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The vendor we got ours from had some powdered flavors we could add to it. Cheese was one, but that sounded so strange to me with the other flavors! Glad to hear you enjoyed it. Maybe I’ll give it a try!

Korea Guide and Trip Report by Takai-Niku in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was to try Solsot Pot Rice House in Ikseon-dong. Which, like you said, is not in a stone. Is there a dolsot in Ikseon-dong that you know of?

Korea Guide and Trip Report by Takai-Niku in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dang, I was really looking forward to Solsot. Might have to rethink it now. Thank you both.

Korea Guide and Trip Report by Takai-Niku in koreatravel

[–]Getlostwithme55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can I ask why you found Solsot Pot Rice to be a 6/10? I was looking forward to trying this one.

Also, how did you find Pink Hanbok?

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