OWL Magazine Korea

One of the natural steps taken in preparation for overseas travel is the exchange of local currency. As I was planning a trip to Japan this time, the process of exchanging Korean Won for Japanese Yen naturally became necessary. For the yen exchange on this trip, there was a convenient method using the “Shinhan Bank Sol” app, allowing me to ...

Although not available in Korea, there is an app that provides a service similar to taxis globally, not exactly taxis. It’s called “Uber.” While Uber is prohibited in Korea, it is available in many other countries. In Singapore, Uber is accessible, but locals prefer the “Grab” service, known as a “vehicle-sharing service.” “Uber of Southeast Asia, Grab” In Southeast Asia, ...

In Singapore, you can utilize one of the world’s renowned taxi apps, ‘Uber,’ providing an additional transportation option compared to South Korea. Moreover, Singapore offers another taxi service similar to Uber called ‘Grab,’ often considered the Southeast Asian version of Uber. “More Convenient Than Taxis: Uber” Uber operates as a service allowing you to summon a transportation vehicle similar to ...

I don’t visit Jeju Island very often, but when the cold season approaches, I tend to think about traveling to Jeju. In 2021, I welcomed the end of the year by traveling to Jeju. Personally, I prefer traveling to warmer southern destinations during the chilly winter. Although traveling abroad would be even better, due to the unfavorable situation with COVID-19, ...