Ep 015: Cherry Blossoms and More! | Hidden Jeju
The cherry blossom season in Jeju is a great alternative to fighting crowds in Japan, especially since Jeju has its own endemic species — the King Cherry Blossom (왕벚꽃).
Ep 014: Green Tea on the Green Island | Hidden Jeju
Jeju’s volcanic soil, clean filtered water, and humid climate make it ideal for tea cultivation, now rivaling Japan’s famous Uji region. The hosts discuss the difference between green tea (brewed leaves) and matcha (ground whole leaf), and recommend several tea plantations:
Ep 013: Should You Rent a Car on Jeju? | DIY Travel
Ed opens with his “criminal history” — killing a rental car in Japan by putting diesel in a gasoline engine. This leads into a nuanced discussion of whether DIY travelers should rent a car.
Ep 012: Getting Around Jeju On Buses and Taxis | DIY Travel
Find out how to get around Jeju on the excellent bus system. Your hosts cover bus colors and what they mean, the alternatives to T-Money cards, transfer rules, Also, they discuss how visitors can grab a cab without knowing Korean!
Fast Food in Korea: From Burgers to Bunsik
There is some nuance when we talk about Korean Fast Food, because there are the Western-style chains you’ll recognize from home. And then, the Korean alternatives that are at once similar and different!
Anju and Korean Comfort Food: The insider guide to Korea’s dine-and-drink culture
Korean comfort food and the Korean concept of Anju overlap and make up a whole dine-and-drink culture that most visitors never get to because it looks intimidating from the outside. Local places with signs and menus all in Korean, staff who speak no English, and a clientele that is 100% Korean and in a hurry.
Ep 011: Where to Stay in Jeju | DIY Jeju
From budget roach motels to five-star Hyatts, this episode covers the full spectrum of Jeju accommodations. Ed and Soraya break down where to stay and the types of lodging available.
Ep 010: Budgeting For Your Jeju Trip | DIY Jeju
How much does a trip to Jeju actually cost? This episode breaks down every budget category and covers practical flight tips for visitors.
Ep 009: Which Season to go to Jeju | DIY Jeju
This episode breaks down what to expect in each season, and how those may affect your trip to Jeju. Ed and Sora also warn about Korea’s “golden weeks”, when half of Korea is on the move.
Ep 008: Unpopular Opinion | Jeju Tourist Traps to Avoid
Not everything on your Jeju Instagram feed is worth the trip. In this episode, Ed and Soraya rank the 10 biggest tourist traps on the island—places that are famous, often crowded, sometimes overpriced, and may leave you wondering “that’s it?”