You have eaten delicious Korean BBQ and visited a hip cafe in Seongsu. Now, what do you do for fun? In Korea, the night doesn't end after dinner. We have specialized "Play Rooms" (Bang) for everything. It is a unique culture where y…
You arrive at your hotel in Seoul and feel thirsty. Can you just fill a glass from the bathroom tap and drink it? If you ask the government, the answer is "YES" . If you ask a local Korean, the answer is usually "NO" . Why i…
Coming from the US or Europe, you might be used to leaving a 15-20% tip after a meal. But what about Korea? Here is the short answer: NO. Do not tip in Korea. In fact, leaving money on the table can be considered rude or confusing. The waiter mi…