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PyeongChang, Korea : A Sneak Peak at the 2018 Winter Olympic Venues, Part 1
Last Updated on November 12, 2021 by Nancie PyeongChang I’ve had a fantastic staycation this winter, and last week was the crown jewel. I traveled to PyeongChang, home to the 2018 Winter Olympics, twice last week. I visited three different venues and was a spectator at two world cup competitions. Welcome to week 318 of…
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Butt Naked in a Korean Jimjilbang
Last Updated on April 18, 2019 by Nancie Jimjilbang Earlier this week we took a deep breath and got butt naked at a Korean Jimjilbang (also known as a Korean sauna). Welcome to week 317 (2/16/2017) of Travel Photo Thursday. Join me as I take you into the nooks and crannies of the Dragon Hill…
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Makgeolli Tasting and Brewing in Dangjin, Korea
Last Updated on February 13, 2017 by Nancie Makgeolli This past weekend saw me traveling to the Korean countryside to enjoy Makgeolli (Korean rice wine) tasting and brewing. Welcome to week 316 (2/9/2017) of Travel Photo Thursday. We’re pretty easy going here at BTS, but please remember to follow a few guidelines. To join in…
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A Traditional Craft Workshop in Seoul: Kum Baek Yeon
Last Updated on February 2, 2017 by Nancie Entering the small hanok workshop in Seoul’s Bukchon’s Hanok Village, we were eager to try our hand at creating Kum Baek Yeon (gold leaf imprinting on silk). Welcome to week 314 ( 2/2/2017) of Travel Photo Thursday. Join us as we learn the Korean tradition of gold…