[HanCinema's Digest] Travel Bug Bites

Asia One lists their five favorite Korean shopping malls, Matador has a challenging checklist of must-eats to tick off on your travels, enjoy some history and culture by visiting one of the country's marvelous museums, and North Korea bans travel ahead of its first congress in decades.

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"5 EXPERIENCES TO HAVE IN KOREA BEFORE YOU DIE"

A recent survey revealed, not surprisingly, that the number one reason tourists come to Korea is for the food! If you're a traveling foodie on a mission, take a look at this list from Matador and see how many you can experience for yourself. But don't believe everything you see in the movies: "There's a classic scene from the Korean movie "Oldboy" where the lead character rips into the head of an octopus while its tentacles reach, throbbing and slimy, across his face and around his nose before he finishes the dish. This is a great tutorial on how not to eat your first octopus because it could be your last - its arms can suction to your throat and choke you to death".

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"Art Museums, Seoul"

There are lots of ways to explore Korea and learn about its history, and one of my favorite includes visiting as many museums as I spy! The country has an awesome array of beautiful museums (most of which can be enjoyed all year round), and in this post from Korea4Expats, you find a great list of museums to choose from for your next trip over.

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"Kim Jong-un: Leader bans weddings, funerals and freedom of movement in North Korea"

Travel, wedding and funeral arrangements in North Korea may be disrupted to provide piece of mind for Kim Jong-un that no "mishaps" will occur at a rare congress session.

...READ ON THE INDEPENDENT

"Top 5 shopping destinations in South Korea"

And the malls! Shopaholics love Korea because the country has stunning shopping complexes that cater to all sorts. Have you visited any of Asia One's Top 5 shopping destinations, yet?

...READ ON ASIA ONE