South Korea is NOT What I Expected… (First Day in Seoul) 🇰🇷 

Hi there! I apologize for taking so much time off, if you follow my other socials I had numerous issues last year. Besides burn out, this video was filmed last year and was supposed to be my last video of 2023 but I had issues with the sponsor on it at the time. Anyway, if you follow my instagram (@josieliftsthings) travel and filming for this year is well underway and videos here and on my second channel are starting again 😊 Good to be back! Follow my second channel here: youtube.com/@josievlogsthings LET’S EXPLORE SOUTH KOREA!! 😊😊

I used to tell my friends in college, Winter in Korea is like winter in Buffalo NY and Summer is like those in Houston TX.

Korea is such a fun and cool country! I would like to see more traveling! 🎉

For maps you need to use either Naver or KakaoMaps in Korea. They are both (somewhat) in English.

The lakes only freeze at the top so most fish simply school in the deepest parts and take a "winter rest." In this resting state, fishes' hearts slow down, their needs for food and oxygen decrease, and they move about very little.

The Best weather season to Visit Korea is “””Mid April through early May “”” Or mid September to early October

2:27 -1 in winter season is pretty warmy for Korean people.

한국 여행이 좋은 추억이 되었기를 바라요❤ 다음에 또 놀러오세요!

Wow, what an eye-opening experience! Your first day in Seoul seems full of surprises. Can't wait to see more of your adventures in South Korea! 🇰🇷

I enjoyed your vid. It was helpful to see you show some things you need to know/use while traveling/Sightseeing in Seoul. It seemed like people there were nice and helpful despite maybe a bit of a language barrier

Hi from Sydney! Love your videos❤. I am off to Korea soon and this is so helpful!

Glad you are back. i also visited Seoul in Jan. your video makes me refresh my memory in Seoul! it was really fun and thank you so much. hope you well. you look so good😄

I love your vibe, you and your bf create a really nice vibe and a fun atmosphear for videos, looking forward to seeing more

Thank you! My sister and I are going to tour S. Korea in October so this was helpful.

I’ve watched all your Korea vlogs and watching the fully polished tour of Seoul is epic 🔥I like both formats. I gotta catch up on your videos. Wish you two a great year ahead 👍

I love the charicaturists where you can literally choose your artist ❤❤❤

Great to have you guys back! The beanie looks real cute! I'd love to visit South Korea one day.

I’ve been wanting to head to Seoul for the longest time! I met heaps of people in Japan that said they were heading there after Tokyo which I found interesting. Really can’t wait to visit! ❤

한국을 직접 느끼시고 좋은 여행 및 체험 되셔요~ 한국 첫 여행 축하해요...🤩😘

I love your confidence in travelling. I always feel like I suffer with imposter syndrome quite badly when I travel but watching you makes me feel more comfortable and confident with it

this video was so much fun to watch im korean in australia!!!

I'm actually going to Korea tomorrow! So I I'm watching this for some tips😂

Awesome video...beautiful people and culture. I was thinking of a December trip with the family but crikey it looks very cold 🥶 may have to reconsider

Yayyy so good to see your videos are back!!

Glad your back. Your hair looks really good when it’s down.

welcome to KOREA~~~~!!! 자주 오세요 ^^

hi Josie I remember this when I saw you guys and told you about the Netflix lady thanks for the shout out hope to see you again =)

I just got back from Korea last week, Love it! BTW 8,000w is $5.85 USD for American viewers which is pricey in Korea. Meyongdong is a tourist area.

You’re such a joy to watch 😬 I first discovered your channel when I was researching about Thailand and got through the whole playlist in like a week 😂 Wishing you luck for all the travels planned for this year 🙏

Really useful and mesmerizing dear

Great video Josie! We loved our time in South Korea it was so fun! We have our DMZ video coming out next. Did you visit?

I used to live Seoul to 7 years (1996-2002) with one year prior in another city. Every year on my way to USA I stop for a few days for visiting friends. Seoul is ever changing and Koreans are hardworking and on the other spectrum are hard partying. Lived in the Hongdae area, office was first on Samsungdong then Insa dong and my church and gym are we in myungdong. Neighborhoods change from one year to another. Was in Seoul end of March for 24 hour and will be back next week for a week. It’s crazy how it changed but what I love about Koreans is that since I spoke Korean (out of practice so it takes a day or two to get back into the rhythm. Being an American I see how Asia is far more advanced and I’ve moment you arrive in an American airport you die comparing to the convenience of Incheon, Singapore or Suvarnabhumi Bangkok airports.

winter in korea is very cold. you can experience all different cusine in department store. this place is warm and cozy.

I have been following you since I watched your China series. Thank you for providing such a beautiful video.

Korea is certainly very unique with food, language and culture!! I'm proud to be a native Korean💙❤️🖤

Welcome back to RU-vid, I miss you guys so much honestly 😂

Hope you guys enjoyed staying in Seoul, South Korea. Pay visit when weather become warm enough to hang around without beanie.^^

Asia is a great continent and you have shown a lot of delicious and lovely things and it's quite interesting to watch. Very Good! Keep it up!

I wanna visit Korea one day. So colorful and many details. Visually pleasing. Polarized, clean, busy, wholesome fun compared to western countries. Best countries for food: Japan & Korea for sure.

hope you guys come back again❤

Loved it! Great to see and hear about Seoul. And great to hear about it from you! Glad to see you posting again! Definitely looks like a place to visit.But need to remember the woollies. You looked cute with your hair down and rugged up in the beanie and jacket!🥰

Glad you are back. Enjoyed your tour of Seoul.

Water is called mul in Korean language

Just wondering, is this the only video in your Korea series? Would love to see more!

Thks loved your video

U got brains girl! 😂 Cuz U genuine and intelligent!

너무 멋진 분들 이세요 , 한국에서 좋은 인상 많이 남기고 가세요 ~

Yay my boo Josie ❤is back

How refreshing to see someone down to earth and honest Exploring different cultures

love ur channel❤

Josie, it seems like you would’ve enjoyed your time in Korea a little more if it wasn’t so cold. Maybe you should try visiting again during a warmer month! :)

안녕 한국에서 좋은 시간 보냇기를 바래요~~~

Hello. I'm Korean. If you're going to travel to Korea, never go to Gwangjang Market or Myeongdong. They sell trash food at a high price. I'm really sorry if you've already visited.

For maps, use Kakao or Naver maps

So interesting to hear other perspectives on Korean culture and local spots! Love it!

Koreans use kiwi to make sauce for sandwiches, I love it so much. 😊

Hello Josie & Michael👋👋👋 This was amazing, I enjoyed seeing the markets and historic Seoul, very cool stuff👍👍👍 To answer your question, fish go into a form of hibernation, they burrow down into soft sediments and rest bc their heart, metabolism etc slows down like a bears does during hibernation. TYFS, take good care and see you soon🤞♥️🙏💫✨👼🏻✨💫🙏♥️

I prefer the classic Korean street toast (cabbage, ham, egg, sauce, pickle, mustard...). I hope you consider adding the prices. I am curious of the prices post covid. I know even street food has gone up quite a bit. I know you are from Australia (a warm climate) and find it cold, but you do not want to visit Korea in summertime. It is crazy hot and humid.

Thank you for this vid. UTube served it up and i devoured it. Having arrived in 2 countries mid winter- NY and Japan- I love a snood…and wear on all the ways u demonstrated. Made me laugh when Michael was modelling the diff ways to wear and alas I am guilty of wearing in all these ways. You have no shame when u are cold. Keep the vids coming- new follower from NZ

Naver Maps is the go-to choice for Koreans, offering convenience for walking, locating shops, and navigating public transportation.

Ah Im so happy to see you guys in S Korea!! I went last November and LOVED it! It was cold when I was there but not nearly as cold as that!!!

Classic Korean food has no chili and doesn’t have much oil. Kimchi was also white. Korean ancestral rite tables for traditional holiday are proof.

Nice video 😍

your my favourite RU-vidr sister. love you

I hope you have a great time in Korea! :)

You guys are funny 😂

Asia is more developed than Western Countries...

Locals tend to go to 'Kyungdong' market in Jegidong rather than Kwangjang you've mentioned to avoid rip off's. Myeongdong also is touristy place. Hongdae might be better choice for the same stuff in less price. 'Myung' pancake is made of green gram matter.

좋은 여행이 되었길 바래요!!!! 당신에게 항상 행운이 넘치길!!!★

Yay you are back after long time ❤❤🎉

서울투어를 하셨군요. 멋진 여행이 되셨었나요?

I was also curious about the report, so I looked it up :) The temperature is a little higher as it goes down to the winter ice, so they gather there and live (written with a translator) I don't know if anyone else wrote it. it's good posting, cheer up ❤

Also there is a guy named Danny Kang he own a wine bar in incheon korea the name of his wine bar is named Zaneuk please tell him Chansita told you.

So glad to see travel is back for you! Don’t need to apologise to us at ALL, you have grown so much in just 2 years and I think none of us see how much work that is, so you’re entitled to a rest. But I am glad to see you back 😊😊😊😊

How much was the coffee ☕️? And where did u stay?

Aloha - WOW I just stumbled upon your channel & it's "worth" it - YOU've been traveling all over the world "good 4U" - I enjoy ur channel & now I'm going to check U out from when U started Mahalo (TY) Save Journey!

Hei Josie and Michael 🤶🎅🇬🇸🇬🇸I liked your Seoul tour video🎥 Enjoy holidays and All the best👍💯

19:15 fishes live in the water under the ice don’t worry

'Naver map' is better than google map in korea.

Those big building for work does have their heating system as well, which is flooring heating method, the same as the bedrooms have.

Welcome back to Korea!

I wouldn't recommend learning some basics Korean before going to korea though because it might be seen as mean for foreigner to come here and ask things in english and expect koreans to answer back in english or to understand you.

I'm South Korean~ welcome to South Korea!

why didn't you use credit card? It's accepted everywhere in Korea even in mom and pop stores and they give you better rate.

It always helps to keep warm by zipping up your jacket. It must be cold to bare your chest in minus 5degC. We come from scandinavia, so we know about keeping warm. ;)

정말 아름다운 그림이네요 ❤❤

Good video

Hi from BRISBANE, Omg I love your channel I'm hoping to go to Korea one day. Im glad I found your channel coz then it feels easier to understand when you explain things only coz being in Australia...

너무 추워보영ㅠㅠ

Download Kakao map, Naver map or Daum map. They're like Google map of Korea

I love her Laughing 😃 😅

Very nice video my friend 🎉🎉🎉

Beautiful 😍

Where are you from? The weather looks nice. To me, better than too hot.

Any hotel's to recommend?

I often think of your boyfriend as John snow from Game of Thrones~

The fish live well under the ice. No worries.

활기찬 여행의 모습이 보기 좋습니다.

감기 안걸렸길 바랍니다😢

The first water turns into ice only on the surface water and fish still live under the iced water