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Exploring Korea: Boryeong anything but boring

While Boryeong may not sound familiar to you, it isn’t until you hear the name in context of its annual mud festival or Daecheon Beach, that it will start to ring a bell.

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VIDEO: Exploring Korea: Step back in time in Jeonju City

Jeonju Hanok Village, or Jeonju Hanok Maeul (전주한옥마을), is one of the largest traditional house villages in this country.

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Taste of Korea: Gwangjang Market a foodie paradise

Gwangjang Market is one of the largest and most famous in Korea.

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Seoul’s Bukchon a glimpse into centuries past

Despite being a historical city that is more than 600 years old, it is not easy to find traces of Seoul’s beginnings. Many traditional buildings and homes within the city have been disappeared since the 1960s due to the rapid urbanization in Korea.


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Salute your 2024 graduate in Stars and Stripes Grad Tab

High school graduation is a special time, and Stars and Stripes is pleased to once again be putting together our annual Grad Tab, highlighting information on all of the Pacific DoDEA high schools and their graduating classes.

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Spring into the season with park picnic in Korea

Spring has fully arrived, with warm sunlight and cool breezes! What could be better than having a picnic in the park? Seoul and cities in the metropolitan area are dotted with pretty parks, perfect for spending a day out. Some of these parks have even been used as filming sites for Korean dramas and movies, a big draw for Hallyu fans. However, the most charming aspect of a picnic at the park is that you can have a full day of fun on a limited budget. In addition, each park has its own unique atmosphere and attractions, making every trip a new experience.


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Taste of Korea: Shinsegae Mall a foodie paradise in Daegu

The mall is also the ultimate foodie’s paradise! The 1st, 8th and 9th floors house more than 50 different restaurants, while the Food Market is located on the first basement level.

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Corn dogs a tasty street treat in Korea

The Korean corn dog is very nostalgic food for me. When the sweet and savory smell from the deep-fried batter wafts through the air, I’m immediately transported to my childhood, to my old neighborhood and to summer vacation visits to the nearby amusement park.

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Warm up with 5 great springs festivals in Busan

Don’t miss Busan’s beautiful sights and amazing festivals this spring!

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VIDEO: Celebrating the Month of the Military Child on AFN Korea

April is the Month of the Military Child! Stars and Stripes collects stories from military brats and publishes them in our community paper and website.

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8 tips for enjoying your trip in South Korea

South Korea is a great place to travel. It has a vibrant culture, a welcoming culture, and plenty to see and do.

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Free ROK Cultural Immersion Program introduces US military community to Korea

Whether you’re single, unaccompanied, or stationed with your family in Korea, it can take a few months to get comfortable in your new surroundings. Korea has many exciting activities, a rich cultural history and delicious food to sample, but where do you begin?

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Shopping in Korea: Navigating ROK's shopping mecca Dongdaemun

Stripes Korea writer Hyemin Lee is going to take you to the country’s shopping mecca, Dongdaemun. With 32 shopping malls, a vast array of markets, and 30,000 stores in all, you can't go wrong here!

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Transport to Korea’s Joseon Dynasty at Nakan Eupseong Folk Village

Nakan Eupseong Folk Village is my favorite place among all the wonderful destinations in Suncheon City.

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