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blogs and writings by Amira Reflects

20 Of The Best KDramas on Netflix You Need To Watch Right Now

Posted on December 29, 2020January 18, 2021 by amirareflects

Get them while they’re hot! Don’t miss out on the best 20 KDramas on Netflix, stream them now.

Day 21 – From Golden Week to the Gold Coast

Posted on May 6, 2019May 6, 2019 by amirareflects

I checked out of my hotel and found a storage locker in Shinjuku Station. Then took two JR Trains to… Read more Day 21 – From Golden Week to the Gold Coast

Day 20 – Chasing that Tokyo Zen

Posted on May 4, 2019 by amirareflects

I grabbed a 7Eleven brekky and sat outside the Shinjuku Gardens (cost ¥500 entrance) eating my yummy meal on a… Read more Day 20 – Chasing that Tokyo Zen

Day 19 – Kimono Chaos

Posted on May 2, 2019May 6, 2019 by amirareflects

After grabbing a 7Eleven breakfast, I took a 20min train to Asakusa. It was kimono rental time! I’d pre-booked an… Read more Day 19 – Kimono Chaos

Day 18 – Return to Onsen-der

Posted on May 1, 2019 by amirareflects

After discovering my local post office was closed, I crossed my fingers that the kind Japanese businessman was right about… Read more Day 18 – Return to Onsen-der

Day 17 – Shōwa Day

Posted on April 30, 2019May 1, 2019 by amirareflects

Happy Shōwa Day Tokyo! Its a public holiday and honors the birthday of Emperor Shōwa, which probably explains why it’s… Read more Day 17 – Shōwa Day

Day 16 – Harajuku Crush Course

Posted on April 29, 2019April 29, 2019 by amirareflects

I was awoken by a glorious day! Immediately I knew it needed to be taken advantage of and I took… Read more Day 16 – Harajuku Crush Course

Day 15 – Drift through Tokyo’s Shops

Posted on April 29, 2019April 29, 2019 by amirareflects

In search of breakfast (nothing really opens until around 11am) I found a station ticketing/card machine to get a Suica… Read more Day 15 – Drift through Tokyo’s Shops

Day 14 – Busan to Tokyo

Posted on April 28, 2019April 28, 2019 by amirareflects

It was a stroke of luck that I chose to forgo the 1hr public transport travel time and take a… Read more Day 14 – Busan to Tokyo

Day 13 – Unlucky Last

Posted on April 27, 2019April 27, 2019 by amirareflects

My last day in Korea started out with a trip to the post office and laundromat. Getting myself sorted before… Read more Day 13 – Unlucky Last

Day 12 – Come Sea, Come Spa

Posted on April 25, 2019April 28, 2019 by amirareflects

A foggy day was probably not the best time to visit Yeongdo-gu Island’s Taejongdae Mountain lookout, but the mist added… Read more Day 12 – Come Sea, Come Spa

Day 11 – Hooked on Busan’s Markets

Posted on April 23, 2019April 26, 2019 by amirareflects

The weather and I started out the day with similar dispositions; a cold. Making my way to Gukje Market lifted… Read more Day 11 – Hooked on Busan’s Markets

Day 10 – Having a Beachy Day

Posted on April 22, 2019April 26, 2019 by amirareflects

Started the day at Lotte Mall, exploring the stores, buying gifts and enjoying a delicious lunch. Next was a long,… Read more Day 10 – Having a Beachy Day

Day 9 – Train to Busan

Posted on April 22, 2019April 22, 2019 by amirareflects

Time to get aboard the train to Busan! The train was smooth and showcased very impressive speeds, we had travelled… Read more Day 9 – Train to Busan

Day 8 – Last ‘dae in Seoul

Posted on April 21, 2019April 23, 2019 by amirareflects

Took my self to Hongdae, a young and trendy area near Hongnik University. Had a visually pleasing and tasty breakfast… Read more Day 8 – Last ‘dae in Seoul

Day 7 – Soaking in Seoul

Posted on April 20, 2019April 26, 2019 by amirareflects

The morning involved brekky at Queen’s Bakery and a return trip to the discount store in Myeondong to buy too… Read more Day 7 – Soaking in Seoul

Day 6 – Shop to Your Soul’s Content

Posted on April 19, 2019April 26, 2019 by amirareflects

Only way to start the overcast day with a steaming bowl of Seoul food (pun intended) veggie porridge. A couple… Read more Day 6 – Shop to Your Soul’s Content

Day 5 – A Day at the Palace

Posted on April 17, 2019April 17, 2019 by amirareflects

Woke up and had a quick 7Eleven breakfast. Then made my way to Seoul Station to pre-purchase my weekend train… Read more Day 5 – A Day at the Palace

Day 4 – Moments of Calm in Seoul

Posted on April 17, 2019April 17, 2019 by amirareflects

Started out the day getting breakfast from the famous Isaac Toast in Myeondong. Then I made my way to Lotte… Read more Day 4 – Moments of Calm in Seoul

Day 3 – Sunny Day in Seoul

Posted on April 15, 2019April 22, 2019 by amirareflects

In true temperamental spring weather fashion, it was beautiful sunny day today, making it the perfect day to see a… Read more Day 3 – Sunny Day in Seoul

Day 2 – A Rainy Morning in Seoul

Posted on April 15, 2019April 15, 2019 by amirareflects

Annyeonghaseyo chingu! I walked out to a drizzly morning and promptly bought an umbrella at 7Eleven (convenience stores are everywhere).… Read more Day 2 – A Rainy Morning in Seoul

Day 1 – Brisbane to Seoul

Posted on April 14, 2019April 15, 2019 by amirareflects

Anneyeonghaseyo chingu! It’s been quite a while since I’ve done a travel blog – so bear with me while I… Read more Day 1 – Brisbane to Seoul

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