Ep 020: The Jeju Olleh Trail – The Hike of a Lifetime | Outdoor Jeju
You don’t have to complete any of the 27 Olleh trails to appreciate the beauty of the island. Here’s everything a potential hiker needs to know before they go!
Ep 019: Hikes for People who Hate Hiking Part 2 | Outdoor Jeju
Part 2 of Hikes for Hike Haters cover coastal headlands, windmill walks, historically significant trails, tea plantation strolls, and waterfall visits. All were designed to be not too long, not too steep, interesting throughout, and easy to bail out of when needed.
Ep 018: Hikes for People who Hate Hiking Part 1 | Outdoor Jeju
If you hate hiking but don’t want to completely miss out on the natural beauty of Jeju, here’s a good compromise: a curated menu of hikes designed for reluctant walkers.
Ep 017: Jeju for DIY Slow Travelers | Hidden Jeju
Slow travel doesn’t require months of time; even a week works if you skip the tourist checklist and pursuing meaningful local experiences. Ed and Sora wrap up the Hidden Jeju series by exploring activities perfect for slow travelers who want to experience Jeju on a deeper level.
Bonus Ep : Plan Your Jeju Trip With This Free Planner!
Ed and Sora announce a free trip planner app they built to help DIY travelers organize Jeju itineraries. The app features 50+ activities, from popular Instagram spots to slow traveler experiences, with KakaoMap links for each destination.
Ep 016: Local 5 Day Markets | Hidden Jeju
Jeju’s 9 five-day markets (오일장) are the antidotes to touristy Dongmun and Olle markets. Fresh produce, fair prices, no crowds, and an authentic window into local Jeju life. The hosts share some of their favorites.
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!