Jiwoo Kim
Busan in July: Beach Season, the Monsoon & What to Do July is peak summer in Busan — the beaches officially open, the sea turns warm and the city buzzes — but it is also the hottest, most humid and rainiest month, with typhoon season beginning. Here is exactly what to expect and how to … Read more
Busan in June: Beaches, the Rainy Season & What to Do June is one of the best windows to visit Busan — warm, green and uncrowded — but there is a catch: the jangma rainy season arrives late in the month. Here is exactly what to expect, what to pack, and how to plan around … Read more
Shopping in Busan: Markets, Malls & What to Actually Buy From the world’s largest department store to buzzing traditional markets and fashion streets, Busan is a brilliant place to shop. Here is where to go, what to buy, and how to claim your tax refund. Last Updated: June 2026 The short version Busan mixes huge … Read more
Busan to Fukuoka by Ferry: The Overnight Crossing You can still sail between Busan and Fukuoka on an overnight ferry — board in central Busan at night and wake up in Japan. Here is how the ferry works in 2026, what happened to the old fast ferry, and how it compares with flying. Last Updated: … Read more
Haeundae Blue Line Park: Sky Capsule & Beach Train Guide (2026) Everything you need to ride Busan’s seaside Sky Capsule and Beach Train — real fares, the seven stations, what to see at Cheongsapo, and which ride is worth your time. Last updated: 20 July 2026 (new fares & station info) Quick facts What it … Read more
Gyeongju Day Trip from Busan: Korea’s Ancient Capital in a Day An hour from Busan lies Gyeongju — the thousand-year capital of the Silla kingdom and an open-air museum of temples, royal tombs and palace ponds. Here is how to get there and exactly what to see in a day. Last Updated: June 2026 The … Read more
Taejongdae: Cliffs, a Lighthouse & the Danubi Train Taejongdae is Busan’s most dramatic stretch of coast — pine-clad cliffs, a white lighthouse and sea views that run to the horizon. Here is how to get there, how to use the Danubi train, and exactly what to see. Last Updated: June 2026 The short version Taejongdae … Read more
Google Maps Doesn’t Work in Korea — Here’s What Locals Use Instead Google Maps still can’t give directions in Korea, so locals use Naver Map and KakaoMap. Here’s what each does best, how to set them up in English, and how to search and get around like a local — anywhere from Seoul to Jeju. … Read more
A port city to its core, Busan does seafood better than anywhere in Korea. Here’s where to eat fresh raw fish (hoe), grilled shellfish and crab — and exactly how it works.
A coastal city of bridges, beaches and mountains, Busan is made for photos. Here are the best sunset, night-skyline and sunrise spots — where to stand, and when to go.
