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?”
Ep 007: The Oreums of Jeju | Jeju Essentials
For those who find Hallasan too challenging or Seongsan too crowded, oreums offer an authentic, peaceful alternative, and you might be the only tourist there.
Ep 006: The Fabulous Jeju Coast | Jeju Essentials
This episode covers everything Jeju’s coastline has to offer. Ed and Soraya share where to spot wild dolphins, the best spots for sunrise and sunset, and why Koreans describe their turquoise beaches as “emerald color.”
Ep 005: When Jeju Gives You Tangerines | Jeju Essentials
Ed and Soraya cover the history of tangerines (once so precious that Joseon kings gave them as rewards to scholars), the scale (over 50 varieties grown on the island), and the best way to experience them: tangerine picking at a U-pick farm.
Ep 004: Dive into the World of the Haenyeo | Jeju Essentials
Want to understand one of Jeju’s most iconic cultural traditions before it fades? This episode dives deep into the world of the haenyeo (해녀)—the women divers who harvest seafood without air tanks, sometimes to depths of 20 meters.
EP 003: Seongsan Sunrise Peak | Jeju Essentials
Seongsan Ilchulbong is Jeju’s second most iconic landmark after Hallasan—and for many visitors, the most accessible and memorable natural experience on the island. This episode gives you everything you need to plan your visit.
EP 002: Introducing Jeju – Our Island Home
How much does a trip to Jeju actually cost? This episode breaks down every budget category: flights from Seoul, accommodations, transportation, food & drinks, and admission fees.