Stories from the other side.
On the third and final day of our Suncheon trip, we had half a morning to spare before we head back to Seoul. The first two days had been chaotic with finicky weather. Waiting for local buses, searching for top sights, and speed walking were the highlights of the trip so far. So, on the…
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After our half day excursion around Boseong’s green tea fields; we had to wait for half an hour, at Boseong Intercity Bus Terminal, to get to Suncheon. It was nearing 3 pm and we were worried, if we’d make it in time for sunset at Suncheonman Bay Wetland Reserve. We reached Suncheon Intercity Bus Terminal at 4 pm and…
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The skies brightened on the second day of our Suncheon trip. We decided to visit Boseong’s Green Tea Gardens and end the day — by observing the sun set over Suncheonman Bay Wetland Reserve. Buses for Boseong depart from Suncheon Bus Terminal at regular intervals. We booked tickets 15 minutes prior to our departure and didn’t have any trouble making…
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The first week of May coincides with Labour Day, Children’s Day, Buddha’s Birth, and this year — the elections. In Korea, it’s rare to get these many public holidays (the next being Chuseok) in quick succession. While public holidays don’t eat into Basil’s annual leave; it isn’t the easiest time to travel around the country.…
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