[HanCinema's Digest] Travel Bug Bites

10 Magazine recommends 10 apps to help you successfully navigate the Land of the Morning Calm, YouTuber Haley Dasovich explores two of Seoul's top markets (Myongdong and Namdaemun), get an 'oppa' to show you around town, and Now This World wonders what life in South Korea is 'really' like.

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"THE TOP 5 APPS TO DOWNLOAD IF YOU LIVE IN SOUTH KOREA"

South Korea is one of the most technologically advanced countries in the world, so it makes perfect sense to investigate some of the leading local apps to help you make the best of your time there. "It can be tough adjusting to life in a foreign country, especially when you don't speak the local language. Living in South Korea is no exception", writes 10 Magazine's staff. In this post, the popular online English magazine pulls together their top five applications to help you navigate the Land of the Morning Calm. Even if you don't actually live in the country, these digital tools will be valuable during your travels.

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"STREET FOODS of Seoul, South Korea"

YouTuber Haley Dasovich and her partner brave the bitter chill in Seoul to explore two of the capital's hottest street food markets, Myongdong and Namdaemun. After visiting the War Memorial Museum, the two head out to fill their stomachs with traditional dishes and snacks, both in restaurants and street side. Curious about what you'll find to eat in Korea? Click on through to YouTube to get a taste of what awaits...

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"Visiting South Korea? Rent an 'oppa' to show you around"

"Oh My Oppa" is a unique travel service that allows you to 'rent' a young Korean man to show you around town. Fans of Korean dramas will know that the term "oppa" is used to describe an older brother or a charming man older than yourself. Apparently, the company has eight oppas to choose from, each of whom has their own detailed itineraries; for instance, Ryan Oppa "understands history and architecture", while Raymond Oppa is a foodie who will make sure you're well fed in the Gwangjang Market". Would you rent an oppa for a day?

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"What is Life Really Like In South Korea? | Now This World"

Now This World looks past the North Korean threat to understand what life is "really" like in South Korea. Released mid-February, the 5-minute the video currently has over 110,000 views and presents a number of interesting facts and statistics about one of the world's most innovative and technologically driven economies. If your knowledge of South Korea is limited to its conflict with its northern neighbour, Now This World's video will help give you a broader view of the country.

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