Vamos a Jeju!
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Podcast Overview
<p>Vamos a Jeju is your hub to help DIY travelers discover the rich culture, serene peace, and natural beauty of Korea's Jeju Island. <br /><br />It's all the magnificent vistas that Hawaii has to offer, but set in an entirely different and exciting culture, all at a fraction of the price. <br /><br />Come join us and unlock:<br /></p><ul><li>the intrepid sea women who dive for seafood sans breathing aids;</li><li>the ancient stories still spun by the island's shamanistic practices;</li><li>the majestic landscape of fire and stone carved by magma;</li><li>the breathtaking majesty of the island's hidden places.<br /></li></ul><p>Welcome to our island home!</p><p></p>
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2/26/2026
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June 15, 2026
Ep 19: Hikes for People who Hate Hiking Part 2 | Outdoor Jeju
<p>Continuing Ed's menu of hike-hater-friendly options for his family trip, this episode covers coastal headlands, windmill walks, historically significant trails, tea plantation strolls, and waterfall visits.</p><p></p><p>These are all designed with the same principles: not too long, not too steep, interesting throughout, and easy to bail out of when needed.<br /></p><p>Key Takeaways</p><ul><li>Coastal headlands: Seopjikoji (east coast, flat, canola flowers March-May, views of Seongsan); Songaksan (southwest, loop trail, K-drama filming location for When Life Gives You Tangerines)</li><li>Windmill walks: Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road (west coast, 30-60 minutes depending on route, raised platform over water); Haengwon to Gimnyeong Beach (east coast, Camel Coffee starting point, Woljeong and Gimnyeong beaches, snorkeling in summer)</li><li>Historical hikes: Sumbisori Gil from Haenyeo Museum through farmlands to Hado and Byeolbangjin fortress (2 hours full loop; take bus one way to halve it); Altereu Airfield (WWII Japanese hangars among garlic and radish fields, connects to Seodal Memorial and April 3rd massacre site; dark tourism, requires car)</li><li>Tea plantation: Osulloc (walk past the crowded cafe into the plantation itself; biggest in Jeju; rows of tea as far as you want to walk)</li><li>Waterfalls: Jeongbang (only waterfall in Korea that flows directly into the sea); Sojeongbang (small Jeongbang; peaceful, fewer crowds); both connect to Lee Jung-Seop Street walk; art gallery and Sora's House (shell museum) nearby</li><li>Blog post with all hikes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://vamosajeju.com/hike" target="_blank"><b>vamosajeju.com/hike</b></a></li></ul><p><br />Next Steps</p><ul><li>Plan your Jeju trip at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://vamosajeju.com/trip" target="_blank"><b>vamosajeju.com/trip</b></a></li><li>Follow @vamosajeju on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook</li><li>Leave a review and let us know which hike you tried</li></ul>
June 8, 2026
Ep 18: Hikes for People who Hate Hiking Part 1 | Outdoor Jeju
<p>Ed is planning a family trip to Jeju for Christmas 2026, and some family members love hiking while others absolutely hate it. <br /><br />This episode presents his solution: a curated menu of hikes designed for reluctant walkers. He establishes four benchmarks for hike-hater-friendly trails: under 90 minutes, minimal elevation gain, interesting things to see throughout, and places to rest (preferably cafes). <br /><br />A bonus criterion: easy bail-out options via bus or taxi. Part 1 covers urban walks in Jeju City and Seogwipo, easy Oreums near the airport, and beach walks at low tide.</p><h4><b>Key Takeaways</b></h4><ul><li>Urban walks in Jeju City: Jeonnongno Cherry Blossom Street has murals, cafes, and souvenir shops even without cherry blossoms; 30 minutes to 2 hours; quit anytime</li><li>Urban walks in Seogwipo: Lee Jung-Seop Street starts at the Olle daily market and goes downhill past cafes and shops to the artist's museum (closed for renovation until 2027, but free gallery available); can extend to Saeyeongyo Bridge and Saeseom Island</li><li>Sarabong Oreum: 7-15 minutes to the top; one of the top 10 views from Joseon dynasty (Sabong Nakjo sunset); local kids, rabbits, exercising elders; cherry blossoms in spring</li><li>Dodubong Oreum + Rainbow Coastal Road: views of planes landing; cafes with rooftops and elevators; Eoyong Park near the runway; Daiso escape hatch for shopping; buses run hourly</li><li>Beach walks: Pyoseon (check tide tables; combine with Jeju Folk Village); Gwangchigi Beach near Seongsan (green carpet of seaweed on lava rock at low tide; stunning sunrise or sunset views of Ilchulbong)</li><li>Blog post with all hikes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://vamosajeju.com/hike" target="_blank">vamosajeju.com/hike</a></li></ul><h4>Next Steps</h4><ul><li>Plan your Jeju trip at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://vamosajeju.com/trip" target="_blank">vamosajeju.com/trip</a></li><li>Follow @vamosajeju on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook</li><li>Share the show with a friend who hates hiking but loves views</li></ul>
June 1, 2026
Ep 17: Jeju for DIY Slow Travelers | Hidden Jeju
<p>In this episode, 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.<br /><br />Slow travel doesn't require months of time; even a week or 10 days works if you're intentional about skipping the tourist checklist and pursuing meaningful local experiences.<br /><br />The episode covers four off-the-beaten-path activities: walking rescue dogs at a no-kill shelter, Buddhist temple stays, hands-on haenyeo diving experiences and performances, and plane spotting at secret locations near Jeju Airport.<br /><br />This is also the final episode of Handy Korean with Sora Ssaem, where they finally teach the most important phrase they'd somehow never covered: 감사합니다 (thank you).</p><p></p><p><b>Key Takeaways</b></p><p></p><ul><li>Slow travel is about depth over breadth: stay longer, see fewer places, meet more people</li><li>No-kill dog shelter volunteering: contact <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://jeju.now" target="_blank"><b>jeju.now</b></a> on Instagram or email <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:soraya@vamosajeju.com" target="_blank"><b>soraya@vamosajeju.com</b></a> to arrange</li><li>Temple stays: four temples in Jeju offer overnight stays; two program types (full itinerary with 4am wake-up vs. relaxed rest); food is vegetarian and bland (no garlic or strong herbs); book at the national temple stay website; <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://vamosajeju.com/temple" target="_blank"><b>vamosajeju.com/temple</b></a></li><li>Haenyeo experiences: shallow-water diving with a haenyeo guide (wetsuit, basket, catch pre-planted seafood); Woman Divers Kitchen offers a media art dinner or a theatrical play based on an 89-year-old haenyeo's life story, followed by Q&A</li><li>Plane spotting: Dodubong Oreum for distant views; Granada Cafe rooftop for runway shots; spots along Rainbow Coastal Road and near the runway approach lights for planes flying directly overhead (bring earplugs); rental car required for the best spots<p></p></li></ul><p><b>Final Handy Korean with Sora Ssaem (쌤)</b></p><ul><li>쌤 (ssaem) = shortened from 선생님 (seonsaengnim), meaning teacher</li><li>감사합니다 (gamsahamnida) = thank you (formal); trick: "come some eat up"</li><li>고마워요 (gomawoyo) = thank you (casual); 고마워 (gomawo) = even more casual</li><li>안녕하세요 (annyeonghaseyo) = hello; trick: "onion on sale"</li><li>Pro tip: mumble and bow — Koreans will appreciate the effort<p></p></li></ul><p><b>Next Steps</b></p><ul><li>Plan your Jeju trip at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://vamosajeju.com/trip" target="_blank"><b>vamosajeju.com/trip</b></a></li><li>Follow @vamosajeju on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook</li><li>Share the show with a friend who needs a reason to visit Jeju</li></ul>
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- What is Vamos a Jeju!?
<p>Vamos a Jeju is your hub to help DIY travelers discover the rich culture, serene peace, and natural beauty of Korea's Jeju Island. <br /><br />It's all the magnificent vistas that Hawaii has to offer, but set in an entirely different and exciting culture, all at a fraction of the price. <br /><br />Come join us and unlock:<br /></p><ul><li>the intrepid sea women who dive for seafood sans breathing aids;</li><li>the ancient stories still spun by the island's shamanistic practices;</li><li>the majestic landscape of fire and stone carved by magma;</li><li>the breathtaking majesty of the island's hidden places.<br /></li></ul><p>Welcome to our island home!</p><p></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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