Episode Details

We’re taking you on a fast-paced, culture-packed journey through Seoul, South Korea. From digging into crispy Korean fried chicken and sizzling BBQ, to exploring ancient palaces and tea houses, to stepping foot near the tension-filled border of the DMZ, we made the most of every moment. Jamal shares the wild adventure of navigating Seoul’s public transit, Brittanie gets cozy with traditional teas and sweets, and we offer travel tips to help you explore Seoul like a pro. Don’t miss this episode filled with history, K-culture, epic eats, and real talk about what it’s like to squeeze Seoul into just two days!

• Stay at the ⁠Moxy Hotel⁠, a trendy, metro-accessible hotel with a rooftop bar

• Get an eSim from ⁠Airalo ⁠before you go

• Eat Korean Fried Chicken at KyoChon and Korean BBQ at Myeongdong

• Take a ⁠DMZ Tour⁠ and explore this forbidden land (you can book with ⁠Julie, our amazing tour guide on Instagram⁠)

• Wander through the traditional Bukchon Hanok Village

• Relax at Chatteul Tea House

• Tour the iconic Gyeongbokgung Palace
• Ride the Namsan Cable Car to the ⁠Observation Deck Seoul Tower⁠ for panoramic nighttime views.

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