Summer is in full swing in Korea, and as temperatures soar, some of the best-loved pastimes can become unappealing as the sun beats down and energy levels drop. But whether you’re searching for activities to keep you cool or simply to relax in the sultry weather, there are still plenty of places across Korea to …
5 of the Coolest Ways to Beat the Summer Heat in Korea Read More »
Standing 17 meters over the Caribbean Bay water park, some riders have been known to have second thoughts as they step into the Aqualoop and wait for its trapdoor to fall open. A vertical drop and a frothing torrent of water carries park-goers through a thrilling loop, spilling out into a pool below. What better …
The Physics of Water Slides: The Science Behind the Thrill Read More »
With performers dancing in perfect synchronicity while larger-than-life floats fill the sky with multitude of colors, parades express a singular vision that verges on utopian. Watching the movements, songs and stories unfold can often feel like being shuttled into an alternate universe. Every day, thousands of visitors are treated to visual and musical spectacles all …
Staging Spectacles: Meet the Mind behind Everland’s Parades Read More »
There’s something special about December. As you inch toward the end of the year, you can feel a sense of excitement in the air. It’s a time when you look back at the year, celebrate life, share time with loved ones, and enjoy yearend festivities. You could do all that at home, but if you’re …
Packing for Your December Adventure: How to Find the Right Outfit Read More »
The streets of Gangnam hum with activity in the morning, with commuters making a run for the subway or rushing to grab a cup of coffee. By afternoon, the area is teeming with people out shopping and meeting friends. But at night, there’s an explosion of energy. The main streets and tiny alleys light up …
Ultimate Guide to Korea Part 3: Millennials Hit the Streets of Gangnam Read More »
An outpour of tributes followed Zaha Hadid’s sudden passing last year, attempting to fill the void that the 65-year-old architect had left in the field. Many dubbed her fearless, visionary, iconic, larger than life, groundbreaking, and highly experimental. To others she was a diva, a caffeine-loving, chain-smoking ‘Queen of the Curve;’ a rock star; designer …
‘Queen of the Curve’ Zaha Hadid’s Legacy of Fluidity Lives on Read More »
Earlier this year, Seoul city rolled out special buses for commuters in a few key locations across the city. Instead of covering a full route, they operate during busy morning hours in addition to existing buses, shuttling people back and forth between high-demand areas. This is a simple example of how the city responds to …
Public Transportation in Seoul: A Miracle for 12 Million Read More »
Attention architecture fans, this year the Samsung C&T built Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) and COEX Convention & Exhibition Center in Seoul will co-host the prestigious triennial International Union of Architects (UIA) 2017 from September 3rd to 9th. Keynote speakers include Patrik Schumacher, a representative from the late Zaha Hadid’s Architecture firm, and Dominique Perrault. For more …
Dominique Perrault’s Works Are a Beautiful Amalgamation of Old & New Read More »
If there’s one thing you can bank on in Seoul and the surrounding Gyeonggi Province this July to August, it’s the sunshine. With longer daylight hours, t-shirt weather and blue skies galore, if you’re in or around the Korean capital for summer 2017, it’s time to get out there and soak up some Vitamin D. …
In downtown Seoul, few structures demand the respect and admiration that the Samsung C&T built Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) does. The groundbreaking design by famed architect Zaha Hadid – the first woman to win the Pritzker Architecture Prize – together with the imagination of Samsung C&T, helped transform an old baseball diamond into a modern fashion hub …
The Technology Behind Seoul’s Landmark Dongdaemun Design Plaza Read More »
