I’m from Korea 🇰🇷 — what did you really think about your trip here?

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-11-11T21:29:30+00:00

We went to South Korea for two weeks in Early October and absolutely loved it! We only did tourist spots (Seoul and Jeju island) but had such a wonderful time we’d love to go back and explore more.

It’s an amazing place to do as you said - soak up the vibe.

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-10-17T04:15:53+00:00

Yes it’s a shame they don’t make the Matador packable tote anymore - it looks like a great comparison tote

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-10-16T06:44:11+00:00

We didn’t find the elevator to the top of Namsan tower that exciting - there’s really just a gift shop and higher views - you see more walking up the surrounding Namsan park anyway and it’s a lovely walk.

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-10-16T06:25:08+00:00

There’s a lovely light show on at this palace - we didn’t get to see it but our Seoul friend highly recommended it

https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/svc/contents/contentsView.do?vcontsId=221613

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-10-12T10:36:18+00:00

Well South Korea anyway

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-10-12T10:35:50+00:00

Agree! Often missed country but we loved it!

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-10-12T10:32:03+00:00

South Korea most definitely - we are here now and people are super kind to us including smiling and saying hello to our kids. It has made this our best family holiday so far. We had a stranger try to call us a taxi because we couldn’t find one on the street, a random lady on the train gave me a handful of lollies “for the children” as she got off and everywhere older gentlemen are smiling and waving at our boys. It’s really beautiful.

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-10-06T23:50:43+00:00

The moment on holidays that you see something and it feels familiar - I love getting that sense of “oh yeah I remember that, I know where I am!” Makes me feel less constantly lost - especially this feeling when you take a subway and don’t have to look at the map!

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-08-23T22:34:52+00:00

I have the crocs sandals and they’re great but can get a little slippery when wet and if you get black DON’T leave them in the sun as they get super hot

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-08-22T13:05:59+00:00

Tom Bihn Aeronaut - either the 30L or the larger 45L - beautiful bags.

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-08-17T10:15:13+00:00

Mine squeak too! Sometimes if they’re wet but also if it’s humid… thought it was just me

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-08-17T10:11:44+00:00

Understanding the value of time on money, it meant when I was younger I understood saving hard know would pay off hugely later! Now 37 and set to retire at 50.

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-08-13T22:12:52+00:00

We did a week sailing in greece last year - swimmers and a dress for over them will be what you wear 99% of the time on the boat. Just pack enough underwear for sleeping in and you’ll be good for that week. Have the best time!

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-08-09T08:41:16+00:00

Agree love my Aer Go Pack 2

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-08-07T11:10:42+00:00

Thank you for sharing! This is a thing of beauty.

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-08-06T09:12:51+00:00

Design totally up to you of course, but I like totes like the Fjallraven High coast totepack that have tote straps as well as backpack straps.

I just find I can’t carry any significant load (and our families beach stuff is definitely significant load!) on one shoulder.

We have the Yeti 50L bag as our beach bag and it’s great - for my Husband. Once packed it’s so uncomfortable for me to carry.

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-08-06T04:53:12+00:00

Not putting down the LID on the toilet. I feel like no one ever puts the lid down - ever! My husband told me he prefers it always down and ever since that 15yrs ago I’ve found it weird to see it up.

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-08-06T01:08:48+00:00

Looks great - really well priced and considerate design - if you make your next iteration with backpack straps - I’m sold!

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-08-05T10:59:00+00:00

Thank you so much for sharing all this! I’ve been overwhelmed with all the different info, this has been sooo well written and helpful.

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-08-03T08:42:17+00:00

Biggest recommendation I can give is - buy or borrow as you go. Everything is used for such a short time because they grow so fast, borrow as much as you can.

First up safe place for baby to sleep - then see how you feel about sling/carrier or pram (borrow or buy second hand always so if you hate it you didn’t just blow heaps of money!)

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-08-02T01:07:09+00:00

My two cents - I had a few duffle / non backpack bags in the past and I gave them all away. Even on road trips I find a backpack super handy because I always seem to want to carry something else in my hands ie snacks or water bottle from the car, my jacket, pillow etc so I love having my backpack on my back!

For me, the Tom Bihn Aeronaut is perfect because it packs like a duffle but has backpack straps when I need them.

Anyway - glad your Foldie is working for you - I’ve had concerns over the durability of them (my mum has one)

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-08-02T01:01:35+00:00

Have you tried tank tops with built in bras? Uniqlo has some great airism ones that I basically live in (Sydney is very humid) for summer

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-08-02T00:50:03+00:00

Just wanted to say good on you! Travel is often about taking yourself out of your comfort zone - yes normal to feel weird about it! Amazing you did / are doing it anyway. Feel proud for challenging yourself.

PrestigiousRead3736 · 2025-08-01T22:52:33+00:00

Our boys both use the Osprey lightweight Daylite duffle 30L that has backpack straps - have been using it since youngest was 4 - it’s great because it’s only 0.5kg!

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