Everyone flocks to the same tourist spots in Seoul. As a frequent visitor, I prefer these 4 lesser-visited areas.

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I think Haebangchon is one of the coolest parts of Seoul.

Haein Jung

I grew up in the Midwest as a Korean adoptee. Living in Seoul helped me finally feel Korean and American.

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Jillian Kurovski was adopted from South Korea as a baby and grew up in the Midwest.

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I moved from the US to Korea, where I planned to stay forever — then I had kids

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Derek Laan moved to Korea in his 20s, where he built his career and life.

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I saw the K-pop mega band Seventeen live 5 times in 7 months — and one stop was the best

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A group shot of the band Seventeen at their Incheon concert.
Seventeen wrapped up their "NEW_" tour two weeks ago and I haven't been the same since.

Pledis Entertainment

I spent 11 hours in Korean Air's business-class suites. My seat felt more private than I expected and had cool perks.

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I tried the Prestige Suite 2.0 business-class cabin on my Korean Air flight from Seoul to Bangkok.

Amber Gibson

My family's first trip to South Korea was great, but it would've been even better if I'd avoided these 5 mistakes

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Although my family had a great time on our trip to Seoul, there were a few small mistakes I wish we had avoided, plus some itinerary changes that would've made our travels even better.

Jamie Davis Smith

I traveled from the US to South Korea to get a facelift at 34. It boosted my confidence.

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Mathilde Turco had a mini-facelift in Seoul at the age of 34.

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I moved my family to Korea for a job. Then I got laid off — and I'm still glad we came.

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Man wearing a backback with his daughter being carried.
Bart Schaneman accepted a job in Seoul, and mad the move with his wife and daughter.

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Burned out in her 50s, she left corporate life. Starting over in Korea helped her heal.

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A woman posing in a blue blazer,
Watching K-dramas helped Jane Newman through lockdown. It also sparked a curiosity about South Korea that eventually led her to move there.

Greg Samborski.

I visit South Korea almost every year. Seoul is great, but I recommend visiting these 4 lesser-known cities instead.

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Justine Lee

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