First family vacation overseas

Hi blog! It's been a long time since July was my last post. I've been well till now. Recently went to Seoul for my first family vacation as an adult who earns money. hehehe.. Being the person in charge for this vacation (and most of the vacation) I came up with the budgeting and itinerary. Please take note that I'm not saying mine is the best or whatsoever I'm just sharing.

I chose MAS rather than Air Asia which at that time there's no missing plane or plane shot by missile but I'm not regret. Air Asia is too cramp for me which I flied last year so this time changing to comfy. Bought the ticket for RM1,600 approx. Accommodation, I chose the same as last year.

Last year I stayed at Namsan 2 VIP this time Namsan 3 Guesthouse. Why? For a simple reason Namsan 3 has a lift therefore I won't need to carry my luggage up till 4th floor. Namsan guesthouse location is very strategic which is opposite of the shopping district Myeongdong so does the subway station. They even provide kitchen and laundry area. For a 2 pax room it cost you 65,000 KRW per night. For more details you can check out their website : Namsan Guesthouse

I still remember the excitement of my sibling upon arriving in Korea. Everybody wide awake and watch every scenery that is too see. Unfortunately, I misread the arrival time and reserve the airport pickup an hour late. End up we were very tired and sleepy.

Arrived at the guesthouse, we still had to wait because check in time at 2pm but thank them for giving the rooms early (not that early though). Our next schedule later that evening buying groceries at Itaewon. Some people might not know that there are couples of Halal mart in Itaewon. What I love the most was the THAI rice sold for 7,900 KRW 10Kg = RM24.

Curious for the location? Take the subway Line 3 and stop at Itaewon. Exit from exit 3and walk straight till T-Junction. You can see Fire Station opposite the road. Turn right and walk up the hill. You will see lots of Halal restaurant mostly Pakistan or Indian food. Walk straight up till you see FOREIGN FOOD MART. Across the road and you are there! If you're lost, just ask people the way to the mosque.

The next day I went to Gwangjang Market! Went to same ahjumma store who fed us with generous. Her fishcake soup and kimbap was the best. I'm happy that my family really like it. I saw sales on going at the vegetable store so bought various kind of vegetables and apples! Nothing beats the taste fresh from farm.

I recommend you walk around Dongdaemun before walking to Gwangjang Market. To go to Dongdaemun ride subway Line 1 or 4 and stop at Dongdaemun station out from exit 8. From Dongdaemun if you want to go to Gwangjang Market, walk towards the Cheongyecheon stream till you find the bridge Baeogaedari and cross. You can see the Gwangjang Market right away.

There are 2 lanes if you stand in the middle. Choose the right lane and look for this stall as seen in the picture below. The ahjumma are very friendly.

Next I went to Namsangol Hanok Village. Take subway Line 4 and stop at Chungmuro. From exit 4, across the road in front and take left then right. Less than 100m is Namsangol Hanok Village. Advise to come at 2pm because that's when shows start. Then I took the Line 3 to Gyeongbok Palace. The area is so wide and I just walk around a few areas. I've been there already so just showing around to my lil sisters. If you not sure what to do before exit the subway station you will find voluntary asking if you need their help. Don't worry it's free.

I don't want to write such a detail blog because I've done it the last time. So if you have any questions you can just PM or comment here. You also can check out my facebook Layna Haslina Hassan.

Till the next vacation.. adios!!

Leaving you peeps with my latest favorite song.. MC MONG!!! He is back!!!!

130322 Joyful Korea Trip Day 2

Morning! Morning! Morning! Fresh smell of Korea cold wind, 2^nd day itinerary will be shopping. We went to Namdaemun and shop for souvenirs. Namdaemun is suitable for souvenirs shopping as most of the price is cheaper than other places. After bought some souvenirs we cross over dragon beard stall. Watch the video below and see how he promotes his dragon beard.

Done shopping souvenirs, we head back to the guesthouse. As usual before I enter the house, smoking is a must. Since we aren’t allowed to smoke inside the building, our best hangout place for smoking is Izzo Expresso Café located in front of the guesthouse.  One of the staff saw me and invites us to the guesthouse party at 6pm.  Before that, we went Itaewon for a good dessert. Do you watch variety show call Runningman? If yes, you probably know Tartine Bakery where they shot episode 71 which Jaesuk came to the owner and asked for an exchange. Two years later, Runningman came back and shot nearby the bakery in episode 137 which Uee & Noh Sa Yeon is in it. 

If you love pies and desserts here serve yummy ones.

Directions:-

From the Itaewon station walks out through exit 2 and straight towards Homestead Coffee. Turn left into the narrow street and walk straight till the end. Turn left and straight till you see Scrooge Pub & Grill Restaurant on your left. Turn left and walla you can see Tartine Bakery both on your left and right side.  

Done dessert, it's time to get back to the guesthouse for party but before that we stop by at Paris Baguette. OMG! The pastries are like heaven. Seriously in Malaysia, we don't really have a good pastry except the expensive ones. Check out and bought pastries for supper? 

Party at 6pm, yes they start on time. Like all normal BBQ Party, we eat, talk and drink. But what makes it different is people from MBC Broadcast came and recorded the party. The best part was I did the interview.  I really did have fun at the party. Meet new friends, tell stories about each other and laugh out loud on stupid stories. It went on and on till my mom message me saying did we lost our way back to the room?

Not much sightseeing on the 2^nd day but more to hangout and get to know people.  3^rd day will be a date with Seul Gi and her family.  

Lastly, I always promote a video or song that I like. If you guys want to say that I'm totally into K-stuff I don't mind. If you want to say that I'm totally obsess about them you may so. I'm fine with it because I fall in love with their talent. Check the video if you agree with me. Mnet Voice Kids participants really wow me! Their age is 16 and below if i'm not mistaken.

Good night all~