Vacation - Korea

I was away for several weeks, on vacation. My husband Lucas, my daughter Martha and I left Manila on July 24 for USA to visit my son Roy. Since it would take about 16 hours to reach our destination, we opted to see Korea for few days. We were in Seoul on transit for 6 days, including arrival and departure time. We were billeted at Dongdaemon district, a very convenient stay for tourists who like to roam around the night market. Up there were plentiful of eating places to choose from, mini marts and convenient stores too. In the middle of the bustling district was a beautifully modern designed historical and cultural park to chill out and roam. We were in Dongdaemon most of our evenings: eating, shopping or simply looking around and enjoying the bustling city. But it was hot! Korea was hotter than Manila when we left. The temperature did not daunt our adventure spirits though. We had much fun with different tours we booked in advance. Thanks to Jeng Ringor, my very efficient travel agent in Manila who arranged for our tours. During our free day though, Martha led us to Myongdong, a tourists' district by shuttle bus. We came back via the train in the afternoon. When we were in Myondong, I think it was the hottest day of summer in Korea. Aside from  going around the bustling tourist's mecca, we also visited the Cathedral on the uphill. Climbing the steps made us sweat profusely. We rested and prayed inside the church. We also took refuge inside the church's air conditioned gift shop. Hahaha! Coming down to explore some more, we also went inside a cafe to eat ice cream and ice shaves (beansu). When we had enough shopping, we decided to get back to our hotel via the train. Whoa, walking back though, we all came home completely drenched in sweat. My compliment to my 78 year old husband Lucas, who was such a good sport!!! No complain from him what so ever. That trip was indeed one memorable, enjoyable journey for us. Hahaha!

The next day, we embarked on our last day tour to Petite France and Nami Island. After Nami Island; we asked to be dropped at Myongdong instead of the hotel. We went back to Myongdong on Saturday afternoon to attend an anticipated mass before our flight on Sunday. To my amazement, Myongdong, after 5pm, was transformed into a street food market. It utterly looked different from the day's scenario, really quite exotic.

Next time I go to USA, I will pass by Seoul again. Hehehe. I wont get tired of visiting Dongdaemon and Myongdong once more. Hasta la Vista!

Pictures on the next blogs.