In most countries, “Fast Delivery” means 2 to 3 days. However, in Korea, if a package takes more than 24 hours, people start to get worried! Specifically, the Korean Parcel Delivery system, or Taekbae, is a high-tech logistics miracle fueled by the country’s “Pali-pali” (hurry-hurry) spirit. Consequently, you can order fresh milk, a new laptop, … Read more
In Ohio, throwing away trash was easy. You opened the bin, you threw it in, you walked away. In Korea, throwing away trash is a science exam. You need specific bags. You need to separate labels. You need to know if a chicken bone is considered “food” or “weapon.” If you mess this up, two … Read more
Let’s be honest. Before I moved here, my image of Korea was 100% based on K-Dramas. I thought I would step off the plane, a soft wind would blow through my hair, a BTS song would play in the background, and a tall, handsome CEO would accidentally bump into me and fall in love. Reality … Read more