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OT World Travelers.. I'll be in Seoul for a week, what to do there?
Posted on 3/11/15 at 8:28 pm
Posted on 3/11/15 at 8:28 pm
Flying in this weekend and will land around 3:15pm local time on Sunday. Stay is the whole week.
A buddy says I should go get a custom fitted suit as soon as I get there so it would be ready before I leave. He says they are ridiculously cheap ($150) and would be one of the better suits I ever own.
It's for work and I'll be with a couple of colleagues, so the obligatory hookers and blow isn't an option.
A buddy says I should go get a custom fitted suit as soon as I get there so it would be ready before I leave. He says they are ridiculously cheap ($150) and would be one of the better suits I ever own.
It's for work and I'll be with a couple of colleagues, so the obligatory hookers and blow isn't an option.
This post was edited on 3/11/15 at 8:33 pm
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Posted on 3/11/15 at 8:29 pm to LSUAlum2001
I hear the really COOL part of the country is in the North... like, really far North. 
Posted on 3/11/15 at 8:29 pm to yankeeundercover
If the CIA calls, I'm there, bro..
Posted on 3/11/15 at 8:36 pm to LSUAlum2001
Posted on 3/11/15 at 8:38 pm to onelochevy
I'm already doing that..
CF Sentinel Uptown isn't too far from the hotel.
CF Sentinel Uptown isn't too far from the hotel.
Posted on 3/11/15 at 8:40 pm to LSUAlum2001
Drink, and eat lots of Korean BBQ...
Posted on 3/11/15 at 9:01 pm to RummelTiger
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Drink, and eat lots of Seoul food...
FIFY
Posted on 3/11/15 at 9:09 pm to LSUAlum2001
Go native, try BBQ dog
Posted on 3/11/15 at 9:15 pm to LSUAlum2001
Crazy night life if you go to the right districts (I forget which ones; it's been a couple years; I'm Korean). You can embrace the Korean business life with a Korean food feast with a table-ful of soju bottles and then Karoke afterwards. Cleanse at a public bathing house (sauna). Grab some coffee and treats at one of the thousands of cafes or go with some spicy streetside food stands in the morning (Baskin Robbins is legit in Korea ). Check out Namdehmoon for shopping and haggling.
Have fun!
). Check out Namdehmoon for shopping and haggling. Have fun!
Posted on 3/11/15 at 9:15 pm to LSUAlum2001
Be AMAZED. It's stunning in it's energy and wide roads and tall buildings. Ask a knowledgeable local where you can get a really good bowl of Ginseng Chicken and feast. Eat and drink, walk around the central districts get some Korean bbq, some kimchi and drink some beer. Chicks man. Stay away from "that" part of town. Koreans aren't down with the sex trade like the Japanese.
Pick me up an OB Bears hat if you see one. They my Koreans an shite...
Pick me up an OB Bears hat if you see one. They my Koreans an shite...
Posted on 3/11/15 at 9:16 pm to LSUAlum2001
I think the border is the best trip...no joke.
But the palace at Suwon is super cool, there's a giant golden Buddha there, too.
But the palace at Suwon is super cool, there's a giant golden Buddha there, too.
Posted on 3/11/15 at 9:16 pm to Btrtigerfan
Itaewon is the huge shopping district there. When I was in Korea (MANY years back) I bought a 3 piece pinstriped suit custom tailored for just under $50. For an extra $5, the shopkeeper had me sign my name on a piece of paper and he put my signature in gold thread on the inside lapel.
Also, if you're into that thing, I'm sure that you can find a bus trip going to the DMZ. It's about 30 miles away.
Also, if you're into that thing, I'm sure that you can find a bus trip going to the DMZ. It's about 30 miles away.
Posted on 3/11/15 at 9:16 pm to LSUAlum2001
Posted on 3/11/15 at 9:16 pm to LSUAlum2001
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Flying in this weekend
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It's for work and I'll be with a couple of colleagues, so the obligatory hookers and blow isn't an option.
and you're just asking now?
Rookie
Posted on 3/11/15 at 9:17 pm to IceTiger
Drink a soju kettle if you can find one...soju/Bacchus combo.
White dogs are a good soju mix
White dogs are a good soju mix
Posted on 3/11/15 at 9:47 pm to LSUAlum2001
The suits are legit, but I wouldn't get one without the help of a Korean friend. If you go Itaewon, they'll try to rip you off now. That area has become more trendy than in past years.
There's a lot to do in a week. I would:
1. Visit the DMZ. Make sure you go on a weekday and book your trip through the USO. They'll bring to Panmunjom and give you a glimpse of the North Koreans.
2. Tour the War Museum. It's huge, has a lot to show, and it's free.
3. Hike Namsan mountain and get the best view of the city.
3. Take a stroll on Cheonggyecheon, a scenic stream that goes all around the city.
4. Visit at least one palace. I'd recommend Gyeongbukgong.
5. Eat! Korean food is great and relatively cheap.
6. Party your arse off until sunrise in Itaewon, Hongdae, or Gangnam (depending on your budget).
7. If you're traveling with a SO, I'm sure she'll drag you to Hello Kitty type places that are everywhere. She'll also like the shopping around Namdaemun and I think the cherry blossoms are starting to bloom around this time It's the price you'll pay during the day for the debauchery at night. If you're single man, then I'd recommend trying to hook up with a local. Korean women are beautiful and most 20-35 year olds in Seoul will speak enough English to get by. Trust me in this... I married one
There's a lot to do in a week. I would:
1. Visit the DMZ. Make sure you go on a weekday and book your trip through the USO. They'll bring to Panmunjom and give you a glimpse of the North Koreans.
2. Tour the War Museum. It's huge, has a lot to show, and it's free.
3. Hike Namsan mountain and get the best view of the city.
3. Take a stroll on Cheonggyecheon, a scenic stream that goes all around the city.
4. Visit at least one palace. I'd recommend Gyeongbukgong.
5. Eat! Korean food is great and relatively cheap.
6. Party your arse off until sunrise in Itaewon, Hongdae, or Gangnam (depending on your budget).
7. If you're traveling with a SO, I'm sure she'll drag you to Hello Kitty type places that are everywhere. She'll also like the shopping around Namdaemun and I think the cherry blossoms are starting to bloom around this time It's the price you'll pay during the day for the debauchery at night. If you're single man, then I'd recommend trying to hook up with a local. Korean women are beautiful and most 20-35 year olds in Seoul will speak enough English to get by. Trust me in this... I married one
This post was edited on 3/11/15 at 9:59 pm
Posted on 3/11/15 at 9:51 pm to LSUAlum2001
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CF Sentinel Uptown
BRO!! Get me a shirt, size large, ill pay you back when i see you. Seriously.
Posted on 3/11/15 at 9:53 pm to LSUAlum2001
Eat dat Seoul food, doe.
Posted on 3/11/15 at 9:57 pm to TigerPride10
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Posted on 3/11/15 at 10:02 pm to TigerPride10
Damn, that last guy looks like Ken Jeong from The Hangover.
TP, when were you in Korea? I was there (Osan AB) in 1983 - 84. Sounds like your info is more current and better than mine.
TP, when were you in Korea? I was there (Osan AB) in 1983 - 84. Sounds like your info is more current and better than mine.
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