Fueled by Seoul’s Cafes

There are so many beautiful places to take pictures in Seoul. My favorite thing to do has been to cafe hop, and I’ve gotten so many pretty photos of the different drinks I’ve tried! Both at home and at school there are cafes that have delicious coffee, but the presentation and environment aren’t the best…

Cultural Immersion in Gyeongju

There is so much to do in South Korea, and so many sights to see. I got the pleasure of being able to explore outside of Seoul on a trip with Absolute Internship, and we went to the city of Gyeongju.  Gyeongju is a cultural city and was the ancient capital of the Silla Kingdom,…

Another Week, Another Experience

There is so much to do in Seoul! I’ve been here for two weeks and I feel like I have only scratched the surface of all of the amazing restaurants and cafes this city has to offer. Because I work in Seongsu, an amazing area for shopping and dining, everyday after work I ask my…

Strolling Through Seoul

So far, my time in Seoul has been amazing. I’ve had the chance to try a variety of Korean foods, including tteokbokki, kimbap, Korean BBQ, and, of course, convenience store ramen. I’ve also enjoyed exploring different parts of the city. Seoul Forest is a beautiful place to walk around and take in the scenery, while…

Before My 8 Weeks in Korea

Hello! My name is Zoe Lee, and I’m a rising junior at the University of Pittsburgh with a major in Finance and a minor in Economics. I came into college knowing that I wanted to do a study abroad program in South Korea, and this summer I have the amazing opportunity to fulfill that lifelong…