Hue Weekend Getaway Vietnam
Here’s a video of Vietnam family travel during a weekend around Hue. I went to Alba Hot Springs Resort and Vedana Lagoon, both of which were awesome Vietnam getaways with kids. Video made with the 1...
View ArticleOur First Year as Expats in Mumbai, India
Moving to India, as a single mom with two young children, has been one of the most exhausting, exhilarating, stressful, chaotic, and simultaneously magnificent times of my life. It’s been 410 days...
View ArticleKids Modeling Portfolio in Mumbai
Most places we travel in India, people are trying to take pictures of the kids. I figured since we are living in Mumbai, India’s creative hub and the center for the Bollywood film industry, why not...
View ArticleVarkala Beach in Kerala with Kids
Varkala Beach in Kerala was the high point of our South India vacation for my kids. They loved to splash in the waves, and the food at the cafes along the cliff was delicious. Varkala is known for its...
View ArticleSouth India Travel: Kochi, Kerala with Kids
Last Christmas, we traveled from Mumbai to Kochi (Cochin) in Kerala. Kerala has a large Christian population and Fort Kochi in particular has many old churches. The city had a festive atmosphere and we...
View ArticleExpat Heather is Moving to…
South Korea! After two years in Mumbai, we will be moving to Korea in summer 2019! I’ve accepted an exciting position as Applied Learning Coordinator at Korea International School. While we have loved...
View ArticleOur First Week in South Korea
We have made the move! After an amazing summer vacation in Europe and the US, we were ready to head to Korea to get settled in our new home and explore the area. It has been a week, and we have felt...
View ArticleLunch in Dolsan: Geobugi Handmade Baguette
Similar to a Vietnamese banh mi, but with a sweet and spicy sauce.
View ArticleYeosu with Kids: Adventure Playground
Yeosu is a fantastic place to visit in South Korea with kids. We first visited in July 2020, and since it was one of our favorite places during our summer road trip, we went back for another week...
View ArticleSouth Korea Road Trip – 32 Day Itinerary with Kids
One of the best things about living in Korea is how easy it is to go on road trips. This past summer, our trips to Europe and the United States were cancelled due to Covid19. Realizing we had 61 days...
View ArticleFerry from Dolsando to Geumodo, South Korea
South Korea’s southern coast is well-connected to many islands via bridges and ferries. For the islands that you can’t drive to directly, you’ll need to take a passenger ferry, many of which can also...
View ArticleUpdate: Our First Year in South Korea
In the past decade, I’ve lived in the United States, Vietnam, India, and now South Korea. As you can tell from the blog entry dates, I wrote once on ExpatHeather.com when we first arrived in July 2019,...
View ArticlePacking for a South Korea Road Trip
Getting ready for a road trip in South Korea? I travel with my two elementary-age kids, and these are some the particular items we bring based on what’s typically available and what we like to have. We...
View ArticleWaterfall Hike from Bogyeongsa Temple with Kids
The 12 waterfall hike from Bogyeongsa Temple, near Pohang, is hands down one of our favorite hikes thus far in Korea. Are you a parent looking for a good hike to do with kids? Here are the basics: Why...
View ArticleScenic Walk in Pohang: Homi Bando Coastal Trail with Kids
The coast of Pohang can be explored by walking along the Haeparang Trail, or “Haeparanggil Course” if you’re searching in Naver. This through-walking trail combines coastal trails, scenic roads, and...
View ArticlePohang Travel: Chilpo Beach with Kids
Chilpo Beach is a white stretch of sand about a 30-minute drive (13 km) north of Pohang’s downtown area. It’s less crowded than the popular Yeongildae Beach and annually hosts a jazz festival in...
View ArticleParaeso Falls Hike near Ulsan
Paraeso Falls is about 45 minutes to an hour drive outside Ulsan city, South Korea. If you’re looking for a short hike with great views throughout, this is a perfect Ulsan day trip. Why this Hike is...
View ArticlePersonal Update: Our 2nd Year in South Korea
2020-2021 was our second academic year living in South Korea. I’ve renewed my contract, and we’re about to start our third year. It has been quite the ride with Covid-19 protocols dominating daily...
View ArticleHwajinpo Lake Hike in Goseong, South Korea
Hwajinpo Lake is the largest lagoon in South Korea. It is located in the northeast county of Goseong, just south of the DMZ in Gangwon province. Why this Hike is Awesome While Hwajinpo Lake does not...
View ArticleThings to Do in Goseong, South Korea
Goseong county is located on the northeast coast of South Korea, in Gangwon province. While it may not feature on the usual “must see” lists for foreigners traveling in Korea, it’s been one of my...
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