After a long week of teaching, my preferred way to wind down and relax is going to the jjimjilbang. A jjimjilbang is a Korean bathhouse. If you've ever watched a Korean drama, then you must know what I'm talking about already. It is a must add on your to do list while teaching in Korea!
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Head to a Korean Bathhouse (jjimjilbang-찜질방) after Class with Giselle
Posted on Thu, Aug 09, 2018 @ 12:00 PM
Tags: relax, community, skin care, work balance
Welcome to the summer capital of South Korea! I really won the jackpot when I was offered a place in Busan to teach. It is gorgeous here, and with my weekends and most of the day free, I have plenty of time to explore. Since summer is just around the corner (right after the rainy season), the weather will soon be prime for beach time.
Tags: relax, summer in korea, fun days in korea, relaxing, Beaches in Korea, Weekend activities in Korea
Something about being near water is simply relaxing. When the weather finally agrees to reward Seoul, Korea with a mild and sunny day after a brutally long winter people tend to flock to the Han River. Here are 10 ways to enjoy the river in the coming months while teaching English in Korea.
Tags: river, picnic, relax, sunset, banpo bridge, fountain, seoul, Activities to do in Korea, Han river, Spring, lights, bike