Haps Magazine, Issue 37 - Busan Beaches by Haps Magazine

CONTENTS FEATURES The Source of Expat Freedom | 16 Canada’s New Ambassador | 20 to Korea, Eric Walsh

Busan Beaches | 26 Eating Vegan in Busan | 30

REGULARS Events: The Big Five | 12 Word on the Street | 14 In the News | 18 Material World | 24

TRAVEL Five Things to do in Malaysia | 32 The Shamans of Jeju Island | 34

ARTS & CULTURE A Beginner’s Guide to Investing, | 38 for Expats in Korea Will Jackson Photography | 42

DIRECTORY/GUIDES Hotel News & Directory | 44 Directory | 46-51 Busan Metro Map | 48

Photography by Joey Rositano

EDITORS LETTER Another issue of Haps and another editor’s letter. This is #37, and I’m running out of things to talk about, so I’ll just tell you about my day. I woke up late, which was quite nice. Not just waking up - I mean, I am thankful to wake up, of course, but to wake up late was a real treat. I’ve been really busy this semester taking classes as well as teaching them, so it was nice to sleep in. I went to Paris Baguette for lunch. I had the chicken caesar salad. I discovered it a few months back and have been eating it at least once or twice a week. I wouldn’t say the food at Paris Baguette knocks my socks off, but it gets the job done. And, it’s close to my apartment. There is a Starbucks right next door to PB, so I often have a coffee there after my salad. I sometimes get a brownie. Today I ordered a cup of drip coffee. I think it was Kenyan or maybe Indonesian - not the poop coffee, which would be really cool, but just the regular stuff. I only finished half of it and had them put the

rest in a paper cup, which I am now drinking from home as I write about my day. I generally refuse to accept the cardboard coffee cup sleeve and give it back to the barista. It seems such a waste - not to mention there are people living life without such luxuries, so it just feels good not indulge myself to such extremes. This issue of Haps offers up another great selection of topics. From Joey Rositano’s interesting book on the practice of Shamanism in Jeju to the best practices for managing your finances by Jackie Bolen. I had the pleasure and the honor of sitting for a conversation with the newly minted Canadian ambassador Eric Walsh and report back on that here; there’s also a profile of the very talented photographer Will Jackson, a look at things to do in Malaysia, a guide for where to get good vegetarian eats and more. Enjoy the magazine and have a great summer.

THE

SHAMANS OF

JEJU ISLAND Joey Rositano’s new book offers an interesting look into the traditional religious practices of shamans on Jeju island.

on theCOVER Busan is known for many things in Korea, but by far the most famous feature are the beaches. Winter is gone, get out there and enjoy! IMAGE: GUITAR PHOTOGRAPHER / SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

who’sHAPPENING

CONTRIBUTORS

PUBLISHER Ju Shin-hye EDITOR IN CHIEF Bobby McGill SALES DIRECTOR Michael Schneider

JACKIE BOLEN

ANTHONY VELASQUEZ

Prior to moving to Busan in 2009, Anthony Velasquez worked in the Alexander Valley of Northern California as a winery lab tech and nearly a decade serving, bartending and teaching wine in the finest farm-to-fork restaurants in Sacramento, CA. Now he brings his expertise to the page.

MANAGING EDITOR Jeff Liebsch ART DIRECTOR Russell McConnell COPY EDITOR Amy Steele WRITERS

Jackie Bolen, Geninna Ariton, Anny Bush, Jeff Liebsch, Bobby McGill, Amy Steele, Anthony Velasquez, John Bocskay, Julian Warmington, Justin Eckl PHOTOGRAPHERS

Will Jackson, Joey Rositano, Francisco Fernandez, Guitar Photography, Him Thideth INTERN

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HIM THIDETH

From Cambodia, Him is a fourth year film student at Dongseo University majoring in cinematography. When not working on filmmaking, he enjoys photography. He shot the spread of Canadian ambassador Eric Walsh.

BUSAN HAPS Jun/Jul 2015 Issue 37 BUSINESS REGISTRATION NUMBER: 00001 FIRST PUBLICATION DATE: Sept, 2, 2009 OFFICE ADDRESS Pale de CZ, 2-19,

JULIAN WARMINGTON

Julian Warmington speaks with a Kiwi accent, plays a bad guitar, and enjoys cooking and eating vegan food. He is editor-in-chief of The English Connection, a Korea TESOL quarterly publication.

Jung Dong1124-2, Haeundae-gu, Busan, Republic of Korea DISCLAIMER The opinions in the magazine are not necessarily those of the publisher. Questions or comments:

JOHN BOCSKAY

John hails from Westchester County, New York, and has been living in Korea “for a year” since 1998. In his free time he uses chopsticks, eats spicy food, and says things in Korean. You can check him out more of his writing at bosmosis.wordpress.com

what’sHAPPENING

UP, DOWN &ALL AROUND GREAT EVENTS ARE HAPPENING AROUND THE PENINSULA THIS SUMMER. HERE ARE A FEW SUGGESTIONS TO CHECK OUT THIS SEASON.

IMAGE: SISAONE

BUYEO SEODONG LOTUS FESTIVAL Taking place at the lovely Seodong Park, this festival is highlighted by a tribute to the beautiful lotus flower. Enjoy an afternoon visiting other cultural historic sites in the region, including the Baekje Royal Mausoleum. Date: July 10-19 Location: Buyeo-eup, Chungcheongnam-do

IMAGE: WIKITREE

POHANG INT’L FIREWORKS FESTIVAL Held annually at Yeongildae Beach, about a twohour drive from Busan, the Pohang International Fireworks Festival offers plenty of activities for the family as well as a wonderful street atmosphere and performances. Date: July 30-August 2 Location: Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do

NEW ZEALAND WINE FESTIVAL SATURDAY, JUNE 13

Now in its third year, the New Zealand Wine Festival is a night of fantastic wine sampling from some of the country’s best vineyards. Once again being held at the Busan Park Hyatt Grand Ballroom, enjoy the spectacular views of the city while tasting a selection of premium New Zealand red and white wines from more than 25 participating wineries, while also enjoying the delicious food and networking opportunities that the night presents.

the big five

BUSAN MAYOR’S CUP INT’L SURFING CHAMPIONSHIP JUNE 26-28

The sand and sea of Haeundae Beach will once again be teeming with international surfers looking to take the trophy at this year’s Mayor’s Cup, June 26 - 28. Now in its seventh year, the event has grown to show the increasing interest in watersports around the city, as Busan is becoming known as the water-lover’s place to be in the summer months.

BORYEONG MUD FESTIVAL

INTERNATIONAL KIDS & YOUTH FILM FESTIVAL

BUSAN SEA FESTIVAL

JULY 17-26

JULY 30-AUGUST 4

AUGUST 1-9

Arguably the largest and most popular international festival in the country, the 18th Boryeong Mud Festival pays homage to the mixture of water and soil. Daecheon Beach, in Chungcheongnam Province, becomes a brief home to mud wrestling, sliding and swimming in a mega mudtub. Over the festival’s 10 days, one can also spot night concerts, fireworks, a mud marathon, painting and mud massages.

Now in its 10th year, the newly renamed festival is a collection of creative domestic and foreign short and feature films. A competitive section of movies made by children are just a sampling of the five-day event, which also includes special exhibitions and cultural performances, concerts, seminars and a playground around the Busan Cinema Center. Under this year’s theme, “We Are All Unique,” the film festival is highly regarded internationally as one of the best in Asia.

The 20th Busan Sea Festival encompases a week’s worth of festivals all rolled into one, around the five major beaches located in the city limits. Composed of five different event themes, the festival brings music, marine sports and local and international performers to the more than 35 scheduled events that take place. Gwangalli and Haeundae beaches are home to the majority of events, which have made the festival one of the most anticipated every summer.

www.biki.or.kr

www.seafestival.co.kr

www.mudfestival.or.kr Image Credit: Stinkie Pinkie

what’sHAPPENING

WISH WE WERE THERE GREAT EVENTS ARE HAPPENING ALL AROUND THE GLOBE. HERE’S ONE WE WISH WE COULD GET TO.

IMAGE: MARK SISSONS

HEIVA

TAHITI, FRENCH POLYNESIA - JULY 2 If you’re lucky enough to get to Tahiti this summer, make sure you don’t miss out on the colorful celebration of Heiva, which takes place in the capital city of Papeete. Rich in culture and tradition, this festival showcases traditional dancers in elaborate, scantily-clad dresses that tell the story of the rich history of Polynesian culture.

WORD ON THE STREET

BEFM DJ CONTEST RETURNS Busan eFM (www.befm.or.kr) is accepting entrants for the 3rd annual BeFM Expat DJ Contest. The contest will end with a final battle during the Busan Sea Festival on August 1 at 7 p.m. on Gwangalli Beach. Several of Korea’s top DJs, who are also acting as judges, will continue spinning on the sand into the

evening, turning the beach into a huge nightclub. Upload your seven- to 10-minute audition video at www.befm.or.kr from June 22 until July 5. The winner will walk away with a cool million won. For more info, send an email to aimeeoh1025@naver.com, or give BeFM a call at 051-663-0034.

OVERHEARD

“We are looking into filing class-action lawsuits against colleges that have unjustly accumulated tuition money for the sake of their reserve funds while neglecting to improve education quality.”

GIMHAE AIRPORT TO EXTEND HOURS As the amount of international flights continues to grow at Gimhae International Airport, the city of Busan and the Korea Airports Corporation announced plans to extend its operating hours. The airport currently operates from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., while the new revised hours would see the airport open an hour earlier, at 5 a.m., and close an hour later, at midnight. The number of international flight passengers using Gimhae Airport exceeded over 500,000 in April, an increase of 32.5 percent compared to the same period last year.

Student council members from 10 different universities in Seoul, in a joint statement, who are preparing to sue over the excessive reserve funds they say their universities have accumulated.

FAST FACTS Cities With the Most Starbucks

IMAGE: WIIKMEDIA

1. Seoul, 284 2. New York City, 277 3. Shanghai, 256 4. London, 202 5. Chicago, 164 SOURCE: QZ.COM

COMMUNITY & LIVING

SO LONG, CHEAP PARKING A sharp increase in parking prices are expected in many areas of Busan, as the city announced it will double the number of first-degree districts in downtown for the first time in 18 years to help control traffic and encourage the use of public transportation. First-degree districts are considered those near downtown areas and located near subway stops. Prices in the city generally range from 1,000 to

3,000 won per hour of parking, which have been considered relatively cheap and in-line with the city’s public transportation rates.

ARE THE FIREWORKS GETTING TOO COMMERCIAL? The city of Busan has faced some criticism from citizens who oppose the new priced-seating sections that have been implemented at this year’s Busan International Fireworks Festival, which is set for October 23 and 24. The plan, announced earlier this year, will see bleachers erected on the beach with premium viewing at a cost of 70,000 to 100,000 won. Early-bird tickets went on sale in May. City officials decided to sell tickets as a way to boost tourism during the festival; however, ordinary residents are not pleased with having to pay for the event, which has been free to all citizens since its inception 10 years ago. The plans also include broadcasting the event to 130 countries live, in order to spark interest in tourism to the city. One of the largest events on the city’s calendar, the festival usually draws nearly a million visitors each year.

WRITTEN BY JOHN BOCSKAY

FREEDOM BETWEEN THE LINES

THE SOURCE OF EXPAT FREEDOM American-born John Bocskay takes a look at what he calls the “third space between two worlds.” oving to Korea from a country that bills itself ‘the land of the free,’ I found it odd that what struck me right away was the freedom I experienced here. The source of much of that freedom was obvious. Any talk of independence must begin with the large wad of freedom I was handed every month in the form of a Busan Bank envelope stuffed with 10,000 won notes. I also had my own place again, after an educational but humbling two-year stint as a starving artist in New York had sent me scrambling back to Mom’s couch in search of plan B. And I no longer had a car, though I hesitate to say I ‘gave it up,’ as I had come to see it as an ironic symbol of freedom that the American sprawl inclines you to own, poor public transportation cements as a necessity, and urban congestion reduces to little more than a trap with an okay stereo. Some of my new-found freedom was of a completely new and unfamiliar kind, which was at once both more subtle and more profound. Living outside of the culture that had nourished me, I was suddenly free of its norms and expectations - many of which were fine, but some of which had begun to rankle a twenty-something-year-old non-conformist who never understood why it should be his destiny to join the rat race or his patriotic duty to consume. And the culture of my adopted home didn’t place many significant demands on me either. They expected me to show up for work and not hurt anyone, but beyond that they seemed to assume foreigners would find Korea so inscrutable that they could not in good conscience ask us to assimilate. For the same reason, they applauded my most rudimentary efforts at engagement, marveling at my annyeong haseyos and kamsa hamnidas as if I’d cracked the Enigma code. While I often found it irritating to be tagged the Dumb Foreigner, my annoyance was tempered

by the discovery that it entitles me to carry the ‘Dumb Foreigner Card,’ which is widely accepted and apparently never expires and which I have used to earn valuable benefits and mitigate the normal consequences of a wide range of blunders, from throwing my trash in the wrong bin to driving an unregistered motorbike without a helmet. To live as an expat in Korea is to live in a kind of ‘third space’ between two worlds, neither of which exerts a compelling claim on our cultural selves. Because that space is governed largely by rules we decree for ourselves, it provides fertile ground for newer and perhaps truer versions of the selves we have longed to be or have not yet imagined. In this space we lose ourselves, find ourselves, create and re-create ourselves, in relative freedom from convention, judgment, tradition and restraint. Moving abroad frees you to imagine anywhere as a potential home and to liberate yourself from the confines of your original boundaries. While many expats find their path leading back to their country of birth, for many others a life overseas plants the seed of a transnational identity, which blurs lines on the map as surely as it complicates our allegiance to any one patch of it. John Lennon famously asked listeners to “imagine there’s no countries,” a challenge that may seem like pie-in-thesky, until we consider that to Lennon, himself an expat, it really must not have seemed “hard to do.” He found that freedom by moving to New York; some, like me, find it by leaving. But we all arrive at the same place, neither here nor there, but somewhere in between.

John Bocskay blogs about the expat universe at bosmosis.wordpress.com.

IN THE NEWS

KOREAN FILM HONORED IN VENICE Im Heung-soon’s Factory Complex received the Silver Lion award at Venice Biennales 2015, a first for Korean film. Venice Biennales, the world’s oldest and most influential contemporary art festival, in its 120th year, exhibits art and architecture in addition to dance, music, theater and other various areas of the international cultural exchange. Director Im was the first Korean artist in six years to be invited, and it was especially a rare case in which a Korean film was fully screened and recognized as art. Factory Complex was supported by 2013 Asian Network of Documentary funds and was also invited to the 2014 Busan International Film Festival under the competitive documentary section. Image: BIFF

NUMBERS IN THE NEWS

63.8%

The percent of university students who said college education did not help them get a better job. Source: Jobkorea

DID KOREA PROMISE INDIA TOO MUCH? After May’s two-day summit between Korea and India, President Park Geun-hye pledged $10 billion in projects, aimed at helping build “smart cities,” railway projects and purification of the Ganges River. However, Korea’s Eximbank, the state-run policy bank that lends money to Korean companies for overseas business projects says it never heard of the plan. “The $10 billion plan came from the government [Blue House], and we’ve never heard of this deal before,” a high-level official at the bank, who asked not to be named, told the Korea JoongAng Daily. Many skeptics feel the proposed economic support packages were a hasty response to China’s $20 billion pledge days earlier to help infrastructure construction, railways and joint industrial complexes in India.

KOREA & WORLD NEWS

CHO HYUN-AH SET FREE

Korean Air heiress Cho Hyun-ah was freed from jail in late May, after the Seoul High Court gave her a two-year suspended sentence on appeal and set her free. Cho spent 143 days in jail after being sentenced in the infamous “nut-rage” incident in New York when she chastised the air crew for serving her macadamia nuts in a bag and not on a plate, forcing the plane to return to the gate at JFK Airport. Cho, who also goes by Heather Cho, drew the ire of the media and the general public for her incessant behavior, becoming the poster child for the super-rich who feel they are above anyone and the law. Those that know her personally, however, have vouched for her character. “Heather is a fantastic person. She has always been kind to her staff and has always been a great person,” said a business associate of Cho who spoke with Haps and wished to remain anonymous.

INTERVIEW BY BOBBY MCGILL IMAGE HIM THIDETH

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INTERVIEW:

CANADA’S NEW AMBASSADOR

TO KOREA, ERIC WALSH The London, Ontario native has worked around the world for the Canadian Foreign Ministry for the past 20 years. Now he steps into his first ambassadorial role.

For Eric Walsh, it must have felt like quite a step up in the world to awaken one morning knowing that you’re officially an ambassador. Even more so knowing that your first appointment is the Korean Peninsula - one of the world’s most talked-about geopolitical hotspots. There are, of course, other, more modest considerations to which one must adjust. “Every time my name is somewhere, it always begins with ‘His Excellency,’” says Walsh, “but, on the bright side, it’s easier for people to remember my name, because they can just call me ‘Ambassador’. There’s that.” Sitting across the table from Mr. Walsh, who graduated from McGill University with a bachelor’s degree in political science and a minor in Russian, I am immediately taken by how young he looks - far younger than his 42 years let on. Perhaps with time the ambassadorial air will envelop him, but for the moment His Excellency seems every bit the ordinary guy who, just minutes before, walked into the hotel lobby unaccompanied, wheeling his own suitcase, sans anything remotely resembling an entourage. Mr. Walsh, a London, Ontario native, is of course, all but ‘ordinary.’ His dues have all been paid, his boxes all checked and his experience well-earned on a 20-year path to the position of His Excellency - a title he was given in the spring of this year. After stepping into the suit of public service in 1995 with the Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Mr. Walsh spent three years working and training in various DFAIT divisions. This was followed by assignments in Ankara and then Bucharest, before landing in Geneva, where he was assigned to the team negotiating the Ottawa Convention, which banned the production of antipersonnel mines. Most recently, before accepting his assignment on the

Peninsula, replacing the outgoing Excellency David Chatterson, Mr. Walsh served four years as minister and deputy head of mission in Berlin. Looking at the list of countries on his resume, I am curious if, considering his study of Russian, he had hoped to eventually work there. “My degree was actually in political science with a minor in Russian, but when I started at McGill I had been learning German and French in high school and it was just the time. It was 1990, the Wall had fallen the year before and things were opening up in Eastern Europe, and Russian was a language that I hadn’t had the opportunity to learn before.” And it helped when he was an aspiring entrant into the job market. “It actually served me very well, because when I then went to apply to join the Foreign Service, the qualification that allowed me to take the exam at the time was the fact that I spoke Russian. Since then, I have served in Turkey, where we covered Georgia, Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan - which were three countries that used to be part of the Soviet Union - so at least there were people there that spoke Russian.” My first time meeting Ambassador Walsh was at the celebration of the signing of the Korea-Canada FTA, here in Busan back in the spring. He had literally just arrived that day and, after presenting his credentials to Korean President Park Geun-hye, was whisked away to FTA festivities in both Seoul and Busan with a brigade of Canadian business leaders. I asked about some of the changes we could expect to see here from the signing of the agreement, which marks Canada’s first FTA with an Asian country. “On Canadian products that are already available here,

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in many cases, the prices will improve. Whether it’s Canadian agricultural products, wheat, meat,” says Walsh, adding that “a lot of Canadian seafood, in fact, a lot of the lobster here, actually comes from Canada.” Considering he is just getting started in the position and there is of little much yet to ask, the conversation turns to personal life. Is there a Mrs. Excellency? A junior Excellency perhaps? Who came to Korea with you? “My wife and our two cats.” In America we refer to kids who follow their parents from country to country as ‘Army brats.’ The Walshes are apparently raising Army cats. “The cats are very well-traveled. We found them in Turkey in our first posting. We lived with them there for two years, we lived in Romania for two years, Ottawa for two years, Geneva for two years, Ottawa for three years, Berlin for four and a half years, and now they’re here. They’re both turning 16, so I think they’ll be very happy if we stop moving them around the world.” I am curious if, before arriving in Korea, he had conferred with any of his predecessors about serving here. Understandably, he didn’t want to betray the confidence of those with whom he spoke, but there was a perk passed down by those here before him. “What’s very interesting is that every single former Canadian ambassador to Korea is now retired, in some state. None are any longer active Foreign Service officers. Some of them continue to be active, whether it’s in think tanks or in foundations, but all of them have left the department. So, in that respect, I have an advantage, because there’s no big brother or great uncle looking over my shoulder, saying, ‘When I was an ambassador in Seoul, we never did things that way; we always did things this way. What’s this guy trying to do?’ According to Ambassador Walsh, a typical service period in a country lasts about three years, and, though he arrived early for the FTA handoff, he expects a productive engagement. I asked if he had any personal goals he wanted to accomplish during his time here. “My goal is to start doing things early on,” says Walsh. “I don’t wanna think, ‘Well, there’ll be time for that later.’ So, a personal goal, then, is to get to know the people and the country - not just the work that I have to do but also the culture and the whole place, and not just in Seoul, which is, obviously, important but around the country. And what about adding Korean to his list of spoken languages? “I do have a goal to become - I won’t aim too high and say ‘fluent’ - but develop some competency in the Korean language, so that I can understand the gist of a conversation, maybe follow a report on the news, maybe talk with people.”

MATERIAL WORLD

HEALTH & BEAUTY

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Busan Beaches Busan offers many things for residents and visitors to enjoy. Yet, when the weather warms following the long winter, it’s all about the beach. We’ve put together our yearly guide to Busan beaches; now get out there and enjoy while the good weather lasts.

DADAEPO BEACH Located at the estuary of the Nakdong River and just 8 km from downtown, Dadaepo Beach is a great place to chill out and have a picnic, collect a few seashells and go for a swim in the shallow surf. Just up the river is the best place in Korea to check out migratory birds feeding in the marshes. At just under a kilometer long, it is a beautiful but relatively unknown spot for tourists due to its distance from the city center. It’s well worth the effort if you’re looking to spend the day. GETTING THERE: Take bus 2 or 98 from Busan Station, or get off at Sinpyeong Station on the Green Line and take bus 2, 11, 96 or 98.

27 ILGWANG BEACH Located in Gijang County, Ilgwang Beach is a little out of the way, but it’s better for a guaranteed quiet day at the beach. As the water levels are not too deep, novice swimmers and children are more likely to enjoy swimming here as opposed to other beaches in the city. There are also plenty of accommodations, restaurants and camping facilities available nearby, should you choose to spend the night. Jangsan Station on the Green Line. At exit 9, take bus 180, and get off at Ilgwang Beach.

GETTING THERE:

IMRANG BEACH The 1.5-km-long Imrang Beach is also located in Gijang County and is famous for its fresh water and fishing. With the water level only 1.2 meters deep, many families with young children find the beach ideal for swimming, while the neighborhood has a distinct character of its own. Tongdosa Temple and Jangansa Temple are located nearby for those looking to get out of the beach scene for the afternoon. Though relatively quiet, more tourists have been frequenting the area lately due to its golden sand. GETTING THERE: Jangsan Station on the Green Line. Take bus

37, 180 or 188.

SONGDO BEACH Opened officially in 1913, Songdo holds the distinction of being Korea’s first beach. With its famous sea diving board, the beach has re-emerged as a muststop on local tours. Songdo, which translates to ‘Pine Island,’ was given its name due to the lush pine trees adorning the outskirts of the beach. The beach first became popular in the 1960s for its scenic coastlines. Over the years, it’s been damaged by frequent hurricanes and subsequent sand loss. A five-year restoration program, completed in 2005, has restored much of the original beauty and its popularity with locals. Located just 3 km from Jagalchi Seafood Market, Songdo offers a romantic backdrop for couples looking for some peace and quiet, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. GETTING THERE: Take bus 34 or 134 from Busan

Station.

GWANGALLI BEACH Though Haeundae gets most of the attention, Gwangalli is a great place to go for a little bit of everything, with loads of restaurants and cafes lining the entire 1.4-km stretch of sand. The area is also one of the most picturesque locations in the city, framed by the 6.5-km Diamond Bridge that is especially beautiful when illuminated at night. Though popular year-round for all its seaside offerings, it is especially fun during the summer when the beach becomes a playpen of activities for water enthusiasts - offering swimming, windsurfing, kiteboarding, kayaking, boogie boarding and occasionally, if the water gods are generous, surfing. The northern end of the beach is home to the Millak Fish Center. A smaller version of the world-renowned Jagalchi Fish Market on the other side of town, Millak offers a wide selection of fresh seafood as well as countless restaurants with all sorts of delectable eats. GETTING THERE: Gwangan or Geumnyeonsan Station on the Green Line. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about a five-minute walk.

HAEUNDAE BEACH Ninth century scholar Choi Chi-won, who wrote under the pen name Haeun, was so enamored with its beauty that he carved the word ‘Haeundae’ on a nearby stone wall. This basically translates to ‘Haeun was here!’ The name stuck. Though the Haeundae area remained largely undeveloped until the early 1980s, it is now one of Korea’s most rapidly developing cosmopolitan areas. It’s also home to the country’s most visited attraction, Haeundae Beach. At 1.5 km in length, the beach consists of rough white sand, and during the busy summer months, the shore is dotted with multicolored parasols. The beach is lined with hotels, and the myriad streets off the beach are crammed with great restaurants, bars and cafes. GETTING THERE: Haeundae station on the Green Line. It’s about a five-minute walk.

QUICK EATS

FOODIE TRAVEL REPORT

EATING VEGAN IN BUSAN Interested in vegan cuisine here in Busan? Julian Warmington has scoped it out and served it up for you in this handy guide. Enjoy!

WRITTEN BY JULIAN WARMINGTON AND JUSTIN ECKL IMAGE WIKICOMMONS

Some stick to the belief that being a vegan in Korea is a difficult task. You often hear things such as, “So, what do you eat?” “It’s too difficult in Korea!” “Where do you get your protein?!” For anyone after the ultimate in tasty health food, Busan offers a wonderfully wide range of places to eat out. Whether you want a delicious alternative for the sake of the air, water, soil, the animals and yourself or just an easy option for your Meatless Monday meal there is something for everyone in the Busan veggie food scene.

JACK AND THE BEANSTALK Geumnyeonsan Station, exit 5, 051-556-8777, 010-9539-0365 This is a firm favorite among the wider expat scene due to both the cheerful enthusiasm of bubbly owner Sophia and her wide range of Korean and Western foods. Popular dishes, like pizza, incorporate nuts, while others include the strangely familiar texture of “fake meat” vegetable protein, making staple Korean meals like spicy bulgogi dupbab and tangsuyuk available for the non-meat eater.

DAJEON CAFE Seomyeon Station, exit 1, the block behind McDonald’s, 5th floor upstairs from Wa Bar Perhaps the longest established, hardest to find and the best-kept secret in Busan, this “cafe” has a fantastic menu, including fairly priced Korean favorites such as a surprisingly authentic-tasting spicy yangyong chicken and a Jeonju-style bibimbap. The top of the menu, however, rightfully belongs to the slightly more expensive yeon-ip bap. At only 11,000 won, this feast of fresh organic vegetable side dishes includes a parcel of sticky brown rice wrapped in lotus leaves, a small savory pancake, fresh lettuce leaves and bulgogi-style vegetable protein for making Korean-style bulgogi wraps.

KIM MIJA VEGGIE BUFFET Pukyong area at the T-World Building, 051-626-3478 Available and popular in most large cities throughout Korea is the veggie buffet, and Busan is blessed with at least two. For 13,000 won, Kim Mija prepares a very long table crammed with a range of delectable Korean-style treats: heated trays of sauteed bean meats, full platters of fresh organic vegetables a generous selection of

traditionally prepared Korean vegetables, and two types of fruit for dessert.

BURGER KONG’S COFFEE Two Locations: Jurye Station, exit 7, 051-316-6069, 010-2852-8399 and Jungang-dong, 051-466-3379 The inclusion of coffee in the name could be misleading: this ain’t no ordinary espresso cafe! The tiny diner specializes in organic vegan burgers and sandwiches, but the surprise fortes are the juices and smoothies. Using soy-meat patties with fresh bread and vegetables in the buns, the welcoming owner-operator also uses soy milk in the smoothies and mayo dressings. The fresh, organic flavor is consistent throughout the tasty menu.

NAMSAE BUFFET Bujeon-Dong, Busanjin-Gu, 051-818-9289 A popular and centrally located restaurant, Namsae offers three tables full of variety for 15,000 won, including Korean-style sticky lotus roots and other prepared vegetable side dishes, white and brown rice, noodles, seeds and nuts, hot soups, fresh salads and bread, and even fruit too.

LOVING HUT Seo-gu, Busan, 051-248-6166, 010-3877-9700 This kindly husband and wife duo produce some of the tastiest veggie dishes from the most eclectic range of nationalities, including a great curry and naan, organic cream spaghetti, a hot pizza made with vegan cheese created from nuts, and more standard though equally delectable Korean dishes, including bulgogi dupbap.

DEPARTURES

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL

FIVE THINGS TO DO IN MALAYSIA Is Malaysia ‘truly Asia’? There’s only one way to find out if their slogan does them justice. You’re probably wondering why you should visit Malaysia. When compared to some of its fellow Southeast Asian neighbors, it’s still a bit underrated.

01. TAKE A SELFIE WITH THE ICONIC PETRONAS TWIN TOWERS.

02. FEEL LIKE A KID AGAIN! VISIT LEGOLAND AND SANRIO HELLO KITTY TOWN.

You really haven’t been to Malaysia if you haven’t taken a photo with the Petronas Twin Towers. Located in the bustling Kuala Lumpur metropolis, the towers are the ninth tallest buildings in the whole world. After you’ve taken a selfie, you can opt to have a tour of the towers, which takes you up 452 meters above ground.

Oh, to be surrounded by Lego and Hello Kitty all day long! It will be a dream come true for those of you who grew up playing with Legos or for those who adore the cuteness of Hello Kitty. You don’t have to like Lego or Sanrio to go there. As long as you want to have an adrenaline rush from theme parks, this is for you.

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03. TASTE THE FAMOUS NASI LEMAK . If you aren’t familiar with the Bahasa language, “nasi” means rice. And this word is handy when you travel to Indonesia, Singapore and Malaysia, as they all refer to rice as nasi. Nasi lemak is simply rice cooked in coconut milk, with a lot of side dishes. The adventurous part is the side dishes, which vary depending on the part of Malaysia you are in. Some are served with hard-boiled eggs, sweet and salty fish, chicken, beef, peanuts, cucumber, etc. Why not try one from every part of Malaysia?

04. SWIM AT PENANG ISLAND. Asia has the world’s nicest beaches. And though Penang Island isn’t as popular as Bali or the Koh islands in Thailand, it’s one of Malaysia’s best-kept secrets and a must-visit spot when you visit the country.

05. TREK MT. KINABALU. You can climb all 4,095 m if you want - it will only take you roughly two days to complete. But ... if you want a simple, refreshing trek, you can do the one-day nonsummit hike. It’s definitely a must in Malaysia. After all, it’s the tallest mountain in Southeast Asia.

EXPERIENCE

DOMESTIC TRAVEL

THE SHAMANS OF JEJU NEW PHOTO BOOK EXPLORES KOREAN SHAMANISM ON JEJU ISLAND

INTERVIEW BY ANNY BUSH PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOEY ROSITANO

Joey Rositano, director of the documentary Spirits: The Story of Jeju’s Shamanic Shrines, has recenly produced a photo book that explores the world of shamanism on South Korea’s Jeju Island. The 220-page publication, Spirits: The Photo Book, details Rositanos four-year adventure documenting Korean shrine worship.

H: WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO FOCUS ON THE SHRINES?

I heard a lot about shamanism in Jeju. But the way it was presented to me was not in a way that showed the magnitude of the practice. People talked about it like it was something archaic that disappeared. To my surprise, when I started looking into it, I realized that the practice is spread around all of Jeju and is very much alive. It’s pervasive in the Jeju countryside. Each village has a number of shrines, and the fact that local people still worshipped in the shrines really blew me away. There was this polytheistic religion being practiced all over the island, and no one in the city knew about it. Jeju is two worlds.

H: WHY A PHOTO BOOK?

In my documentary on Jeju’s shrines (Spirits), I was able to include five to six villages, of which perhaps only two to three will make the final cut of the film. I actually spent a considerable amount of time in many more villages than that, interviewing and talking with people during the four-year period. The photo book gives me the opportunity to share more examples of how shrine worship works here. The book is more intimate and definitely closer to my personal experiences. I saw so much more than I could include in a documentary. Also, of the photographs I chose, I think each that is included represents a part of my thought process about Jeju shamanism. Each photograph is an individual observation about shamanism as it is practiced in Jeju.

37 H: HOW DID THIS EXPERIENCE CHANGE YOU?

I had a huge personal transformation. I came to understand religion in a way I never did before. Each shrine has a myth associated with it and each myth is really important for the community and its residents’ lives. I learned about the role of narrative in people’s lives, particularly religious narrative. The shrinegoer, their own experience is a kind of reflection of the shrine myth itself. The shrinegoer’s life often mimics the plot of the shrine myth.

H: HOW HAS BEING A FOREIGNER AFFECTED THIS PROCESS?

I didn’t expect to get so involved in Jeju shamanism. I thought investigating Jeju shrines would be entirely a learning process, but I’m finding that, to many locals, even I have become the educator. Because of the political past and the move away from shrine worship in Korea, unlike in nearby Japan (Shinto), most of the younger generation doesn’t necessarily realize that there are such a thing as shrines on the island. The dearth of education about the topic is really staggering considering that their own grandparents are devout practitioners. People in Jeju often tell me that they are ashamed that it took a foreign person to bring these issues to light. It is a shame that people don’t recognize the shrines as being the cultural asset that they are. At first local scholars criticized me. They said I didn’t know anything, which was true at first because I just started. Recently the shamans and the scholars have come to respect me, especially after I helped lead the initiative to save Sulsaemit Shrine, which was desecrated, most likely by Protestants, last winter.

You can get more info about shamanism, and the book, on Joey’s blog at pagansweare.wordpress.com.

38 moneyMatters

WRITTEN BY JACKIE BOLEN, AUTHOR OF THE WEALTHY ENGLISH TEACHER

A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO INVESTING,

FOR EXPATS IN KOREA Looking for a few simple ways to save money? Here are some quick tips to get you started saving up for the future. Most people come to Korea for a bit of adventure, but there are also a lot of people who want to pay off debt, such as students loans. Once you’ve paid off your debts, what should you do next? Here are five steps for expats who want to start investing while in Korea.

STEP 1: SAVE $10,000 I recommend saving $10,000 for three reasons: diversification, fees and the minimum required amounts to open a brokerage account.

STEP 2: RESEARCH You need to think about your investing strategy. Three resources to start with are: The Wealthy English Teacher, my recently published book; The Global Expatriate’s Guide to Investing, a book by Andrew Hallam; and Investopedia, an online resource where you can view a stock basics tutorial. The two things I invest in are dividend-paying stocks in blue-chip companies and ETFs. Blue-chip companies

are big and stable, with names that you know, like McDonald’s or Chevron. These companies pay dividends, which means that they give a portion of their earnings to shareholders. The second option is investing in ETFs, which are a basket of stocks that are bought passively according to an index, as opposed to mutual funds which are managed actively. I always recommend ETFs because the fees are really low (Vanguard). For sample ETF portfolios, check out my book or Andrew Hallam’s.

STEP 3: OPEN A BROKERAGE ACCOUNT AND MAKE SOME TRADES Once you’ve decided on your strategy, it’s time open an account. For non-Americans, Andrew Hallam recommends TD Direct, DBS Vickers, Saxo Capital Markets and Interactive Brokers. For Americans, he recommends Schwab or Vanguard. To actually buy your stocks or ETFs, be sure to look at the company’s ‘help’ section or refer to Investopedia.

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STEP 4: COLLECT DIVIDENDS AND KEEP INVESTING Here is the best part: collecting money from your stocks or ETFs without doing anything. Too good to be true? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not. The payments get sent automatically to your brokerage account, and you can reinvest them.

STEP 5: FINANCIAL FREEDOM Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s possible for the average expat in Korea to use his or her time here to set up financial success. It takes discipline and frugal living to pay off debts, save up money, and employ an investment strategy, consistently over time. Just picture yourself sitting on a beach in Thailand, sipping your mojito without a care in the world - if you need some motivation.

Jackie Bolen, from the blog My Life! Teaching in a Korean University, has recently started writing about personal finance for ESL teachers, including the book, The Wealthy English Teacher, which can be found on Amazon. When not teaching or writing, she can almost always be found hiking, biking, stand-up paddleboarding or searching for the most delicious kimchi. You can contact her at wealthyenglishteacher@gmail.com.

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wooden posts adorned with white drapes and comfortable banquettes cushioned by satiny pillows bringing a cabana feel, you know this isn’t your typical Busan watering hole. The bar offers specialties such as its own line of craft beers, its signature sangria, traditional pina coladas, expertly mixed flavored mojitos, Can:D jello shots, and a premium selection of spirits with impeccable bottle service. While imbibing these libations, there are also some tasty snacks, featuring tapas, pizza and nachos with house-made salsa. Furthermore, Gwangalli’s newest lounge

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CJ HELLOVISION GROWS VIDEO STREAMING MARKET Lookout, Apple TV. CJ Hellovision has announced the ‘individual TV era,’ where users can pick and choose their favorite channel, for its fifth annual TVing media day. CJ Hellovision announced, for the first time in the Korea, an N-Screen service for the ‘TVing 2.0’ era, in celebration of its fifth anniversary. The company plans on creating a new platform and a raised presence in the OTT (online video streaming) market through its private service TVing Stick, which was the pioneer for the country’s OTT market. TVing Stick is a television OTT service that allows television streaming on bigger screens than a PC or mobile phone. Simply connect the device to the television or monitor, and enjoy over 140 broadcasting channels and over 100,000 videos on demand. CJ Hellovision representative Kim Jin Seok opened the fifth anniversary of TVing in Seoul Plaza. He explained the challenge and implications of TVing in the television OTT market and revealed the revised version of TVing Stick. Kim wanted to emphasize that with the OTT service the

paradigm of the television market is changing drastically, and, as the innovator who led the evolution of OTT in Korea, he and his company will target new consumers of television OTT and cement their position as a user-friendly TV platform. The television OTT market is rapidly increasing internationally. According to analysts, sales for television OTT worldwide in 2014 were estimated to be around 170 million. The United States currently holds the biggest market, with 400 million. Apple TV is currently the biggest player in the market for the third quarter, followed by Google Chromecast, Sony Playstation, Amazon Fire TV and other live-streaming broadcast services. You can get more information on the Web at eng.cjhellovision.com. CJ Hellovision is a media partner with Haps Magazine.

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PHOTOGRAPHER PROFILE

WILL JACKSON Originally from Wales, Will Jackson has been in Korea since 2002. Over that time he has lived in six different cities and has had his work featured in two solo exhibitions and several group exhibitions.

H: WHO WAS ONE OF YOUR EARLIEST INFLUENCES AS A PHOTOGRAPHER?

I think the biggest influence that I’ve had regarding photography isn’t through the work of seasoned professionals but through a website, www.trekearth.com, that I joined almost 10 years ago. The idea was that you upload a photo and then people critique your photo, and then you do the same on theirs. It gave me the opportunity to mix with a large amount of people from all steps of life with a similar passion for photography.

H: YOUR WORK FEATURES A LOT OF PEOPLE IN THEIR NATURAL

SURROUNDINGS, LIVING OUT THEIR LIVES. ANY TIPS OR ADVICE FOR PEOPLE INTERESTED IN THIS KIND OF PHOTOGRAPHY?

The main thing is just go out there and explore. Walk around, observe people, take note of their immediate surroundings. It’s always nice to be able to capture someone going about their daily business unobserved, but sometimes that isn’t possible. Very occasionally it’s a case of being at the right place at the right time, but, more often than not, it takes a bit of patience to capture a slice of daily life that others may find interesting.

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INTERVIEW BY BOBBY MCGILL

PHOTOGRAPHER PROFILE

H: EVER HAD ANY TROUBLE WITH PEOPLE NOT WANTING THEIR PHOTOS TAKEN?

The only problem I’ve really encountered was in Bangladesh. I took a photo of a street scene, which happened to contain a policeman, and the guy came running up and told me to not to photograph him. He was getting quite agitated, so I simply showed him photos and deleted them on the spot. I didn’t intend to photograph him nor was he the main subject; it’s just something that happened. I’ve had people give me funny looks or stares but never anything intimidating. You can follow Will’s work on Facebook at www.facebook.com/jaxm1977.

HOTEL DIRECTORY & NEWS

Events & News Whether you are looking for a comfortable place to lay your head, somewhere to enjoy a good meal or throw back a few cocktails, here’s what’s happening at some of our favorite local hotels.

PARK HYATT BUSAN

51, Marine City 1-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan ph. 051-990-1234 web. busan.park.hyatt.com

NOVOTEL HOTEL

1405-16 Jung-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan ph. 051-746-8481 web. www.novotel.ambatel.com

KUNOH SEACLOUD HOTEL

Celebrate your next special occasion with the Private Family Party Package, which provides whole event services to celebrate whatever special occasion you have.

Feast on some healthy pasta and pizza during the “Super Food Festival” through the end of June at the Terrace Cafe.

Enjoy the Beach Picnic Package at the Kunoh Seacloud starting at just over 90,000won per night through the end of June.

PARADISE HOTEL

HOTEL NONGSHIM

287 Haeundaehaebyun-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan ph. 051-742-2121 web. www.seacloudhotel.com

WESTIN CHOSUN

1408-5 Jung-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan ph. 051-742-2121 web. www.paradisehotel.co.kr

23, Geumganggongwon-ro 20beon-gil, Dongnae-gu, Busan ph. 051-550-2100 web. www.hotelnongshim.com

67 Dongbaek-Ro, Haeundae-gu,Busan ph. 051-749-7000 web. www.echosunhotel.com

Enjoy the new and improved antipasto buffet featuring 30 European delicacies at the second floor Nyx Grill & Wine.

Beat the heat this summer with a healthy bowl of samgyetang, a nutritious chicken and ginseng soup at Nae Dong restaurant.

Savor the taste of blueberries until the end of June, during the Panorama Lounge’s Blueberry Festival.

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ACCOMODATION GUIDE

Hotel Directory Looking for a place to stay when visiting Busan? Find it with the Haps hotel directory, your local English guide to accomodation in the city.

HAEUNDAE THE WESTIN CHOSUN tel: 82-51-749-7000 web: www.echosunhotel.com Do it right and crash in the same room George W. Bush did.

PARK HYATT BUSAN tel: 82-51-990-1234 web: busan.park.hyatt.com Five star quality hotel with stunning views and service.

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PARADISE HOTEL tel: 82-51-742 2121 web: www.paradisehotel.co.kr On the water, with a casino, excellent spa and a pool.

LOTTE HOTEL tel: 82-51-810-1000 web: www.lottehotelbusan.com Lotte runs a tight ship and it shows in the generous customer service here.

SEACLOUD HOTEL tel: 82-51-933-1000 web: www.seacloudhotel.com Luxury stay with great restaurants. Short walk to the beach.

TOYOKO INN tel: 82-51-442-1045 web: www.toyoko-inn.com Across from D City, comfortable, clean and affordable.

CENTUM HOTEL tel: 82-51-720-9000 web: www.centumhotel.co.kr Near Shinsegae and BEXCO. Good subway access.

CROWN HOTEL tel: 82-51-635-1241 web: www.fnetravel.com/english/pusanhotels/crown.html Mid-range hotel decorated in Korean style, good for travellers.

SUNSET HOTEL tel: 82-51-730-9900 web: www.sunsethotel.co.kr Seventy-two rooms with, according to the site, “individual design concepts”. NOVOTEL AMBASSADOR tel: 82-51-743-1234 web: novotel.ambatel.com On the beach. Great ocean view, Murpii Nightclub. GRAND HOTEL tel: 82-51-740-0610 web: www.grandhotel.co.kr One of the cheaper spots on the strip, but still at the beach. KUNOH SEACLOUD HOTEL tel: 82-51-933-4300 web: www.seacloudhotel.kr Luxury stay with great restaurants. Short walk to the beach. HANWHA RESORT tel: 82-1588-2299 web: www.hanwharesort.co.kr Beautiful views of Oryukdo, the bridge and close to the beach.

GWANGALLI HOMERS HOTEL tel: 82-51-750-8000 web: www.homershotel.com Right on Gwangalli Beach amidst the myriad of cafes, bars and restaurants. AQUA PALACE tel: 82-51-756-0202 web: www.aquapalace.co.kr Beautiful view of the Diamond Bridge, right in the middle of the beach.

JUNG-GU COMMODORE HOTEL tel: 82-51-461-9703 web: www.commodore.co.kr Beautifully designed traditional hotel. Close proximity to Busan Station. BUSAN TOURIST HOTEL tel: 82-51-241-4301 web: www.pusanhotel.co.kr Conveniently located next to the train station. Good for a cheap night’s rest. TOYOKO INN tel: 82-51-442-1045

web: www.toyoko-inn.com Affordably priced hotel, clean and 10 minutes away from the train station.

web: www.arpina.co.kr Opened in 2004, a cheap place to stay for the night. Culture center inside.

PHOENIX HOTEL tel: 82-51-245-8061 web: www.hotelphoenix.net Highly trained staff, close to Nampodong. Popular with Japanese tourists.

GOODSTAY THE PLANET GUESTHOUSE [Haeundae] tel: 010-2780-6350 web: www.earthlinghome.com Women-only dormitory across from Hae-undae Beach in the Crystal Beach Office Tel.

ELYSEE HOTEL tel: 82-51-241-4008 web: www.elyseemotel.com Affordable hotel with good amenities. Close to Nampo-dong.

BUSAN STATION GUKJE HOTEL tel: 82-51-642-1330 web: www.hotelkukje.com About 3 km away from the train station, close to Citizen’s Hall. TOYOKO INN tel: 82-51-442-1045 web: www.toyoko-inn.com The second location, this one is a minute away from the train station.

OTHER AREAS PARAGON HOTEL [Sasang-gu] tel: 82-51-328-2001 web: www.hotelparagon.com Business comfort, with close proximity to Gimhae International Airport. BUSAN CENTRAL HOTEL [Yeonsandong] tel: 82-51- 866-6225 web: www.centralhotel.co.kr Adjacent to Yeonsan rotary, located 10 minutes away from City Hall. HOTEL NONGSHIM [Oncheonjeong] tel: 82-51-550-2100 web: www.hotelnongshim.com Great area around the hotel. Head north to PNU for original Busan nightlife.

BUDGET BUSAN YOUTH HOSTEL ARPINA [Haeundae] tel: 82-51-731-9800

INDY HOUSE [Kyungsung Uni] tel: 82-70-8615-6442 Super cheap, dorm-style room right in the heart of Kyungsung. MARUB GUEST HOUSE [Haeundae] tel: 010-6322-3194 web: www.marubee.com Well-placed near restaurants, commercial area in Haeundae. POBI GUEST HOUSE [Haeundae] tel: 051-746-7990 web: www.guesthousekoreabusan.com Renovated guest houses three minutes from Haeundae Beach. SUM GUEST HOUSE tel: 070-8837-0700 web: www.sumhostel.com Renovated in 2011, they guarantee guests a pleasant stay whether in Busan for business or pleasure. HELLO GUEST HOUSE [Haeundae] tel: 051-746-8590 web: www.facebook.com/helloguesthousehello Friendly, clean and cozy atmosphere. Outdoor patio for your enjoyment. HI KOREA HOSTEL tel: 070-4409-3132 web: www.hikoreahostel.com email: hikoreahostel@gmail.com Your home away from home, Hi Korea Hostel offers you an affordable and comfortable accommodation just a stone’s throw away from Haeundae Beach.

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY

GWANGALLI

tel: 010-4469-9658 fb: galmegi.brewing

BEACHED CAFE AND SPORTS BAR [Kiwi Sports Bar] open: 6pm - late tel: 051-924-9662 web: www.busanhaps.com/nightlife/ beached-cafe-sports-bar This Kiwi-run sports bar has gained a loyal expat following for its spectacular bridge view and its wide array of Kiwi beer, the only place in the city to boast such a claim. Rugby is the sport of choice on the TV for the punters.

BLUEDIAMOND CAN:D [Beach Club/Dance] open : 2pm-8am web : www.facebook.com/bluediamondcandy tel : 051.756.3213 The newest chic offering on Gwangalli Beach, dance the night away or lounge while imbibing on a great cocktail and marveling at the beautiful view of the Gwangan Bridge. The stylish new club offers friendly service and a fantastic atmosphere for the young, hip crowds who want to dance the night away ‘til the wee morning hours.

6 PACK CRAFT BEER open: 6 p.m. -1 a.m. daily tel: 010-2937-6751 (Busan) 052-911-6751 (Ulsan) web: blog.naver.com/6packbt With locations in Busan and Ulsan, Six Pack Craft Beer brings over 170 craft bottled beers from around the world to your fingertips. Open daily, enjoy perusing the wide variety of reasonably priced beer to take home and drink at your leisure without having to make a trek to Seoul. GALMEGI BREWING [Craft Brew Pub] open: Mon - Fri 6-1am, Sat 2pm-2am, Sun 2pm-12am

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Also in daytime comfortable beach atmosphere where you can relax and chill out after a stressful day. We serve great sangria, mojito, cigar and delicious beach brunch as well. FOUR SEASONS [Raw Fish Korean]

English speaking owner, 2nd fl. Fish Market.

BURGER AND PASTA [International] open: 11am - 2am tel: 051-751-6631 web: www.busanhaps.com/food/burgerand-pasta-gwangan

The second of the Burger and Pasta shops around the city, this international eatery offers a great view of the bridge while you enjoy your day on the sand. Burgers, pasta and brunch are on the menu in the stylishly decorated restaurant in the middle of the main drag of Gwangalli Beach. FUZZY NAVEL- MILLAK [Food/Bar] open: 11am - 6am tel: 051-754-6349 web: www.fncompany.co.kr It has fabulous views of Gwangalli Beach. Facing the Diamond Bridge, come enjoy a drink and some tacos on our patio. Great staff serve fresh made Mexican cuisine and will mix up your favorite cocktail. HQ BAR [American/Sports Bar] open: 6pm on weekdays, 11am on weekends tel: 010-7544-8830 web: www.facebook.com/hq.bar.5 FUZZY NAVEL - GWANGALLI [Bar/Cocktails] open : 7pm-6am web : www.fuzzynavel.co.kr tel : 1599.6349 Located on the ground floor, offering a great view of the beach

and bridge. Friendly staff serve excellent cocktails at the vintagelooking bar. Make sure you take advantage of the outside seating in the summertime. SHARKY’S [American Sports Bar] open: 6 p.m. weekdays, 2 p.m. weekends tel: 010-4038-2907 (call for reservations) web: www.sharkysbusan.com Ranked highly on tripadvisor. com and as having the best burger in Busan by Haps, Sharky’s is a smoke-free environment where families or singles can enjoy a great drink and a fine meal. With premium-cut steaks, burgers, fresh gourmet salads and vegetarian options, Sharky’s has something for everyone. THURSDAY PARTY [Korean/Expat Bar] open: 6pm - late web: www.busanhaps.com/nightlife/ thursday-party A summer staple on Gwangalli Beach for the past couple of summers, Thursday Party has two locations situated next to each other on the east side of the beach. Both bars are similar to the Thursday Party city-wide theme, and offer a variety of American style pub grub to tempt your palate.

DINING & FOOD GUIDE

HAEUNDAE

tel: 051-709-4000 Bulgogi done at its best.

ARUN THAI [Thai] open: 11a.m. - 10 p.m. tel: 051-908-9085 web: www.facebook.com/arunthai.kr

CINE DE CHEF [Italian] tel: 051-745-2880 In Shinsegae, enjoy a good meal and a movie.

ANGA [Korean] tel: 051-742-7852 Very popular bbq meat restaurant in Haeundae.

SHARKY’S [American Sports Bar] open: 6 p.m. weekdays, 2 p.m. weekends tel: 010-4038-2907 (call for reservations) web: www.sharkysbusan.com Ranked highly on tripadvisor.com and as having the best burger in Busan by Haps, Sharky’s is a smokefree environment where families or singles can enjoy a great drink and a fine meal. With premium-cut steaks, burgers, fresh gourmet salads and vegetarian options, Sharky’s has something for everyone. Located on the second floor of Pale de Cz, next to the Paradise Hotel.

BILLIE JEAN [Lounge/Live Music] tel: 051-742-0297 web: www.busanhaps.com/nightlife/ billiejean A Haps favorite. Great decor. BURGER AND PASTA [International] open: 11am - 2am web: www.busanhaps.com/food/burgerand-pasta-haeundae Recently opened, this Western/ Korean fusion style restaurant has been packing them in since day one. Burgers, pasta and brunch are on the menu in the stylishly decorated restaurant, where you can also imbibe yourself to a glass of wine, a cocktail or beer after your day on the beach. CHEOLMA HANWOO BULGOGI [Korean]

EL OLIVE [Italian] tel: 051-752-7300 Delicious Italian, close to Costco. FUZZY NAVEL - HAEUNDAE [Mexican food/Bar] open : 11am-6am web : www.fuzzynavel.co.kr tel : 051.746.6349 Great location set on two floors

near the beach, other bars, and clubs. Amazing Mexican food is served from lunchtime until the early hours of the morning. Friendly staff and outside seating makes Fuzzy Navel a place to hit when the weather is good. GANGA [Indian] Expect to pay some good money, but it’s worth it. HELLO THAI [Thai] tel: 051-731-5033 Good Thai food in the heart of Haeundae. GECKOS [Pub] Beach front bar. Consistently good food. MERCADO [Brazilian Steakhouse] open: 11:30 a.m. - 24:00 tel: 051-744-8807 web: www.mercado.co.kr An authentic southern Brazilian Churrascaria, Mercado is the perfect dining experience for family and friends. NAMASTE [Indian] tel: 051-746-1946 Indian fine dining, for a great price. PHO KIM [Vietnamese] tel: 051-740-4868 Good food at a good price. Great soup,

located in SFUNZ. TBR, THE BACK ROOM [Secret Bar/ Dining] open : 8pm-4am web : www.tbrbusan.com tel : 051.746.6410 / 1599.6349 New york style secret lounge bar and dining. The Back Room(TBR) means secret room and consist of two to three stories. Here is single malt wiskey bar and bartenders serve classical cocktail, great dining, also sales cigar. This venue is good for rental or launching party, private party. Also provide jazz performance stage of ‘cross note’ T.G.I. FRIDAY’S [CHAIN] TEL: 051-740-6531 Good reliable chain in the Harbor Town building, across from the beach. THE WOLFHOUND PUB [Irish Pub] open: 6pm - 2am weekdays, 11am - 2am weekends tel: 051-746-7940 web: www.wolfhoundpub.com THURSDAY PARTY [Bar] tel: 051-744-6621 open: 6pm - late web: www.busanhaps.com/nightlife/ thursday-party A staple of the Busan landscape,

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KYUNGSUNG HQ BAR [American/Sports Bar] open: Mon-Sat 6-Late, Closed Tues and Sun web: www.facebook.com/hq.bar.5 EVA’S TICKET [Western/Sports] Eva and the HQ fellas new super bar offer tons of things to keep you occupied. FUZZYNAVEL - KYUNGSUNG [Mexican food/Bar] open : 11am-6am web : www.fuzzynavel.co.kr tel : 051.611.6349 The beach of city ! Our concept is summer beach concept bar and together with mexican grill tacos. This is for relieve people’s daily stress and give relax. and brand new feel as people enjoy

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in real beach. There is various our signature cocktails and draft beer line of everyday fresh beer on tap, hot trend of the world’s mexican grilled tacos! BURGER AND PASTA [International] open: 11am - 11pm tel: 051-625-6651 web: www.busanhaps.com/nightlife/ burger-pasta With three locations around Busan, Burger and Pasta offer a solid menu, and reasonable prices that make them a hit with young Koreans and expats. Set in the traditional Thursday Party wooden decor, they offer pasta, burgers and a brunch with a small patio to enjoy the street catwalk on sunny days. GHETTO [Korean/Expat] open: 8 p.m. - 6 a.m. tel: 051-4488-4697 web: facebook.com/ghettohiphoplounge Kyungsung’s favorite Hip-Hop bar. Cheapest drink specials in Busan. With a mix of Koreans and expats it’s the best spot to party till sunrise in the KSU area. Darts, Table soccer and beer-pong. It plays all of the hottest old and new Hip-Hop music.

LE JARDIN [French] open: lunch 11:30 - 3:30 dinner 5:30 11:30 (last meal order 9:30) 11:30 - 10:00 Sunday tel: 051-611-0937 web: www.busanhaps.com/dir/le-jardin This French restaurant puts an emphasis on hearty home cooking by chef Guillaume Strub. With courteous service and an affordable wine selection, Le Jardin is the perfect place to spend an afternoon or evening escaping to a European atmosphere for a romantic dinner, or an impressive group meeting place. THURSDAY PARTY [BAR] open: 6pm - late web: www.busanhaps.com/nightlife/ thursday-party2 With ten Thursday Party’s around the city, it has become a staple for the young, hip Korean university crowd and expats alike. Beer pong, sports on TV and the free curry popcorn or salted spaghetti sticks are always in play, as is a busy crowd almost every evening of the week. OL’ 55 [Live Music/Event] tel: 051-627-5645 web: www.busanhaps.com/nightlife/ol’55 Ol’55 is located in the heart of Kyungsung University and is noted for its Open

Mic Wednesdays, which are known to host the best Korean and expat musicians in town. THE SUSHI [JAPANESE] tel: 051-611-4043 Affordable, quality Japanese food.

PNU CROSSROADS [Live Music/Pub] open: 7pm-late tel: 051-515-1181 web: www.busanhaps.com/nightlife/ crossroads A small, but atmospheric watering hole in PNU, Crossroads has been a Busan institution amongst the expats for years. FARMERS BURGERS [Fusion] People rave about it. Nominated in Best Burger. INTERPLAY [Live Music/Event] Live music, hit or miss if you catch on a good night. PHO [Vietnamese] Nice Vietnamese food in PNU. RED BOTTLE [Korean/Expat Bar] Good spot to get a drink. SHABANA [Indian] tel: 051-517-1947

DINING & FOOD GUIDE Nice Indian food for cheap. THE BASEMENT [Korean/Expat Bar] web: www.busanhaps.com/nightlife/ basement One of the most popular bars in the area. Always a great time, and anchors the PNU scene.

SEOMYEON CLUB FIX [Nightclub] tel: 051-905-5777 web: www.clubfixkorea.info New super club. International DJs and dress code required. DRAGON DREAM (The Cave Bar) [Korean] tel: 051-646-5924 Very interesting decor with a nice selection of food. FUZZYNAVEL - 1ST SEOMYEON [Mexican food/Bar]

open: 5pm - 6am tel: 051-808-1007 web: www.fncompany.co.kr Check out the newly refurbished bar offering a variety of entertainment including, soft darts, pool, and table soccer. Awesome DJs and a wide floor make this place to be at night. Also, new to Seomyeon, the same amazing Mexican food as

served at the Haeundae Fuzzy Navel is prepared in our large renovated kitchen.

tel: 051-805-3164 Two locations in Seomyeon to choose from.

FUZZY NAVEL - 2ND SEOMYEON [Mexican food/Bar] open : 5am-6am web : www.fuzzynavel.co.kr tel : 051.817.2242 On the ground floor with sliding windows for when the weather is good, a excellent mix of Koreans and foreigners makes a good place to make new friends.A comfortable atmosphere, where you will be looked after by the friendly staff, who will even give you a fireshow if you are celebrating a special occasion.

THURSDAY PARTY [Korean/Expat Bar] open: 6pm - late tel: 051-818-6621 web: www.busanhaps.com/nightlife/ thursday-party-1 You can expect more of the same from the Seomyeon Thursday Party, which caters to a young, eclectic mix of Koreans and expats. Nestled amongst a slew of bars and restaurants behind Judie’s Taewha, Thursday Party stands out for their quality service and hip atmosphere amongst the Korean cool.

HANGOVER [Western Pub] open: 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tuesday - Sunday tel: 070-7789-5868 web: www.busanhaps.com/freehousehangover This eatery/bar located in the prime of Seomyeon brings delicious western food and fine tasting beer with its unique refrigeration system. ROCK N’ ROLL BAR [Rock] A true dive. Good atmosphere and pool and darts. T.G.I. FRIDAY’S [Chain]

VITO [Italian] tel: 051-806-5868 web: www.busanhaps.com/food/vito Fashioned in the tradition of the small Italian trattoria, Vito brings back a taste of the old country.

NAMPO FARMERS BURGERS [International] Enjoy a quality, fresh-made burger and fries on the roof. NEW LITTLE INDIA [Indian] open: 11am- 10pm tel: 051-245-4127

web: www.busanhaps.com/food/newlittle-india Situated on the second floor in the heart of Nampodong, New Little India specializes in the finest authentic Indian cuisine. FUZZYNAVEL - GWANGBOK [Mexican food/Bar] open : 5am-6am web : www.fuzzynavel.co.kr tel : 051.244.6349 Fuzzynavel 7th branch of Busan’s street of fashion youth in GwangBok-dong. We are TIKI bar and it feel as real summer of the beach. There is various and fun cocktails and icy draft beer and specially you can enjoy fuzzy navel style mexican tacos with it. THURSDAY PARTY [Korean/Expat Bar] open: 6pm - late web: www.busanhaps.com/nightlife/ thursday-party-1 The Thursday Party Nampo store offers a slightly varied atmosphere than the others around the city, though by no means is it less exciting. A slightly more mixed crowd of expats and young Koreans is to be expected, as well as the great service that TP has become renowned for.

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INFORMATION CENTERS

HERBAL CLINICS

AIR BUSAN tel: 051-974-8686 web: www.busanair.com

BUSAN OVERSEAS CHINESE KINDERGARTEN 548-1 Choryang-dong, Dong-gu tel: 051-468-2845 web: kbces.com.ne.kr

TOURIST INFORMATION SERVICE tel: 1330

DONGEUI UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL 397-3, Bujeon-1 dong, Busanjin-gu tel: 051-803-5430

AIR FRANCE tel: 02-3483-1033 web: www.airfrance.co.kr ASIANA AIRLINES - INTERNATIONAL tel: 051-971-2626 web: www.flyasiana.com CEBU PACIFIC AIR tel: 051-462-0686 web: www.cebupacificair.com JEJU AIR tel: 070-7420-1502 web: www.jejuair.net KOREAN AIR - INTERNATIONAL tel: 051-970-3227 web: www.koreanair.com LUFTHANSA tel: 02-2019 0180 web: www.lufthansa.com KLM ROYAL DUTCH AIRLINES tel: 02-3483-1133 web: www.klm.com

BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS AMCHAM #4501, Trade Tower 159-1, Samsungdong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul tel: 02-564-2040 web: www.amchamkorea.org An independent association of American and international businesses, the role of the American Chamber of Commerce is to promote business and trade between the United States and Korea. ECCK 102-2903 WBC The Palace 1523, Haeundae-gu tel: 051-959-9695 web: www.ecck.eu The European Chamber of Commerce aims to provide an effective network of business associates together with discussion forums and seminars on how to do business in Korea.

EDUCATION FOREIGN SCHOOLS BUSAN FOREIGN SCHOOL 1366-3 Jwa-dong, Haeundae-gu tel: 051-747-7199 web: www.busanforeignschool. org BUSAN JAPANESE SCHOOL 173-8 Millak-dong, Suyoung-gu tel: 051-753-4166 50

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BUSAN INTERNATIONAL FOREIGN SCHOOL 798 Nae-ri, Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun tel: 051-742-3332 web: www.bifskorea.org

RECRUITMENT ET AGENCY open:8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Office Hours 8 a.m. - 11 p.m. Service Hours tel: 051-553-9282 web: www.etagency.net ET Agency is the bridge between ESL teachers and English schools near Busan Metro City and provides ESL teachers with more personalized and local base recruiting services.

TESOL TRAINING KOTESOL Email: bgkotesol@gmail.com Facebook: Busan-Gyeongnam KOTESOL Chapter TESOL ALLIANCE tel: 051-818-0502 web: www.tesolalliance.com

KOREAN LESSONS BUSAN FOUNDATION FOR INTERNATIONAL ACTIVITIES tel: 051-668-7900 web: www.bfia.or.kr email: busanglobalcenter@gmail.com KLIFF tel: 051-513-0131 web: www.kliff.co.kr email: jennakang@hanmail.net PNU LANGUAGE EDUCATION CENTER tel: 051-510-1983 web: www.ili.pusan.ac.kr email: bangjy77@pusan.ac.kr

INFORMATION EXPAT ASSISTANCE CALL CENTER FOR FOREIGN RESIDENTS IN BUSAN tel: 1577-7716

BEXCO TOURIST INFO. CENTER tel: 051-740-7300 BUSAN GLOBAL CENTER tel: 1577-7716 BUSAN INT’L PASSENGER TERMINAL TOURIST INFORMATION tel: 051-465-3471 BUSAN STATION TOUR INFORMATION tel: 051-441-6565 GIMHAE INT’L AIRPORT TOUR INFORMATION (DOMESTIC) tel: 051-973-4607 GIMHAE INT’L AIRPORT TOUR INFORMATION (INTERNATIONAL) tel: 051-973-2800 HAEUNDAE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTER tel: 051-749-5700 INTERNATIONAL FERRY INFORMATION CENTER tel: 051-465-3471 NOPODONG BUS TERMINAL TOURIST INFORMATION tel: 051-508-9400 UN MEMORIAL CEMETERY TOURIST INFORMATION tel: 051-625-1608

MEDICAL DENTAL CLINICS NEW YORK SMILE ORTHODONTICS open: Mon-Wed, Fri 10:00am – 7:00pm, Sat 10:00am – 5:00pm tel: 051-702-6677 web: www.nycdortho.com BOSTON DENTAL tel: 051-554-2879 Located in Sooang-dong in Dongnae, Dr. Sim Kyeong-mok leads the team at Boston Dental for all your dental needs.

HEALTH CENTERS DONGNAE HEALTH CENTER 702-54, Myeongryun-2 dong, Dongnae-gu tel: 051-555-4000

FREE TRANSLATION SERVICE (BBB)tel: 1588-5644

HAEUNDAE HEALTH CENTER 1339, Jwa-2 dong, Haeundae-gu tel: 051-746-4000

MULTICULTURAL FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER tel: 1577-5432

JUNG-GU HEALTH CENTER 1 Ga 1, Daecheong-dong, Jung-gu tel: 051-600-4741

GOOD SAMSUN HANBANG 1162-2, Jurye-dong, Sasang-gu tel: 051-325-0300

RADIOLOGY CLINICS THE ONE MRI CLINIC open: Mon - Fri 11 a.m. - 7 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. tel: 051-937-0303 web: www.mriclinic.net The most trusted name in Korean Medical Imaging, you can enjoy quick, reliable and trustworthy English service for all your medical needs.

OTHER CLINICS KHAP open: 10 am - 4 pm weekdays tel: 02-927-4322 web: www.khap.org

HOSPITALS BUK-GU/DONGNAE BUMIN HOSPITAL 380-4, Deokcheon 1-dong tel: 051-330-3000 web: www.buminhos.co.kr DONG EUI MEDICAL CENTER San 45-1, Yangjeong 2-dong tel: 051-867-5101 web: www.demc.kr DONGNAE BONG SENG HOSPITAL 766, Anlak 1-dong tel: 051-531-6000 web: www.bongseng.com DONGRAE WOORIDUL HOSPITAL 205-10, Nakmin-dong tel: 051-559-5000 web: www.dongrae.wooridul.co.kr INJE UNIVERSITY BUSAN PAIK HOSPITAL 633-165, Gaegum 2-dong tel: 051-893-7761

DONG-GU GOOD MOONHWA HOSPITAL open: 24 hours tel: 051-630-0123 web: www.moonwha.or.kr

HAEUNDAE HYOSUNG CITY HOSPITAL 1094-2, Jaesong 1-dong tel: 051-709-3000 web: www.hshos.com

SERVIICES GUIDE INJE UNIV. HAEUNDAE PAIK HOSPITAL 1435, Jwa-dong tel: 051-797-0100 web: www.paik.ac.kr/Haeundae

40-1, 41-9, Namcheon-dong tel: 051-625-0900 web: www.gang-an.or.kr

JUNG-GU

AL-FATIH MASJID MOSQUE Namsan-dong, #30-1 Guemjeong-gu tel: 051-518-9991 web: www.busanislam.or.kr Services: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily

HAEYANG HOSPITAL 80-8 Jungang-dong 4-ga tel: 051-469-4456 web: www.haeyang.net MARYKNOLL MEDICAL CENTER 12, Daecheong-dong 4-ga tel: 051-465-8801 web: www.maryknoll.co.kr

NAM-GU BUSAN ST. MARY’S MEDICAL CENTER 538-41, Yongho 4-dong tel: 051-933-7114 web: www.bsm.or.kr

SEO-GU DONG-A UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER 3-ga, #1 Dongdaeshin-dong tel: 051-240-2400 web: www.damc.or.kr PUSAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL 10, Ami-dong 1-ga tel: 051-254-0171 web: www.pnug.co.kr

SUYEONG BUSAN CENTUM HOSPITAL 1077-1, Gwangan 3-dong tel: 051-760-5000 web: www.centumhospital.com BUSAN HANNAH WOMAN’S HOSPITAL 304, Namcheon-dong tel: 051-625-2300 web: www.hannah4u.co.kr GOOD GANGAN HOSPITAL

RELIGIOUS SERVICES

REDEEMER INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY CHURCH Services: Sundays Busan: 11am Changwon: 4:00pm Phone: 010-8326-1985 Web: www.redeemerbusan.org Redeemer International Community Church is a body of believers from all over the world, gathered together to worship Jesus Christ. Here at Redeemer ICC, we are committed to the preaching and teaching of the Word of God. Every Sunday at 11 a.m. we gather to worship Christ and experience community. HOSANNA CHURCH Myeongji-dong, #3245-5 Gangseo-gu, tel: 051-209-0191 web: www.him-busan.blogspot.com Services: Sundays, 12:30 p.m. GIFT MINISTRY Myung-nyun-dong, Dongnae-gu tel: 010-7999-8644 web: www.tinyurl.com/lifeisagift Services: Saturdays,10:30 a.m. NEW PHILADELPHIA CHURCH Suyeong-gu Gwangan 2-dong 199-6 (8th floor) tel: 051-932-6832 web: www.newphilly.cc Services: Sundays, 2:30 pm

BUSAN MODERN HISTORY MUSEUM 104, Daechung-ro, Jung-gu, Busan tel: 051-253-3845 web: www.modern.busan.go.kr Opening Hours - 09:00 ~ 18:00 Closed - Jan.1, Every First Monday Admission Fee - Free

EPIK TEACHERS IN BUSAN Facebook Group: Busan EPIK

BUSAN MUSEUM 63, UN Peace-ro, Nam-gu, Busan tel: 051-610-7111 web: www.museum.busan.go.kr Hours of operation - 09:00 ~ 20:00 Closed - Jan. 1, Every First Monday Admission fee - Free

LAOCHRA BUSAN GAELIC ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION CLUB Contact: Peter Bonner email: busangaa@gmail.com Facebook Group: Laochra Busan Members

BUSAN UN MEMORIAL CEMETERY AND PARK 779, Daeyon 4 dong, Nam-gu, Busan tel: 051-625-0625 web: www.unmck.or.kr Hours of operation - 09:00 ~ 17:00 Open Year Round Admission fee - Free

SOCIAL/NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS BUSAN BANDITS RUGBY Facebook Group: Busan Bandits BUSAN BOOK SWAP Facebook Group: Busan Book Swap BUSAN BOWLING LEAGUE Contact: David Alderman tel: 010.7919.1223 Facebook Group: Busan Bowling League BUSAN FOUNDATION FOR INTERNATIONAL ACTIVITIES tel: 051-668-7900 web: www.bfia.or.kr

MUSEUMS

BUSAN FRIENDSHIP GROUP www.meetup.com/Pusans

BUSAN MUSEUM OF ART 40, Apec-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan tel: 051-740-2602 web: www.art.busan.go.kr Opening Hours - 09:00 ~ 20:00 Closed - Jan. 1, Every First Monday Admission Fee - Free

ULTIMATE FRISBEE LEAGUE Email: ch.pyles@gmail.com BTC FOOTBALL FB Group: Busan Transportation Corporation Supporters Fanpage

EXPAT SAILING CLUB Contact: Mark Chi email: Koreasailing@gmail.com web: www.busansailing.com

SPECIALTY STORES KAI SURF SHOP 183-11 Gwangan-dong, Suyeong-gu tel: 051-753-2746

GROCERIES COSTCO web: www.costco.co.kr E-MART web: www.emart.com HOMEPLUS web: www.homeplus.co.kr MEGAMART web: www.megamart.co.kr

INTERNET GROCERIES EZSHOP KOREA web: www.ezshopkorea.com HIGH STREET MARKET open: 24/7 online, Seoul in-store 10am to 10pm daily. tel: 02-2201-0652 web: highstreet.co.kr email: hsmonline@authenticgroup.co.kr High Street Market has all your favorite foods from home ready for delivery to your workplace or doorstep for just W3,000! Hard-to-find western foods, sliced-to-order deli meats, imported premium cuts of meat, gourmet cheeses, variety of spices, homemade vegan & gluten free foods and more.

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