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Seoul Sisters host speed dating event Seoul Sisters will host a speed dating event at the Dickens Bar (2nd floor of Scrooge Pub) in Itaewon on July 15 starting at 8:30 p.m. There will be two rounds: one at 8:30 p.m. and the other at 9:15 p.m. Each date lasts 4 minutes. Seoul Sisters have organized two successful speed dating events this year (April and June). To get there, take exit 1 at Itaewon Station, go to the alley behind the Hamilton Hotel and walk west. It’s across from Sam Ryans and 3 Alley Pub. The cost is 10,000 won. To guarantee a spot preregister by emailing: seoulsisters827@ gmail.com Please visit: http://www.ssrfc.com AMCHAM SME committee meeting American Chamber of Commerce in Korea is to present a small and medium-sized enterprises committee meeting on July 20 from 7 p.m. till 8:30 p.m. at Seoul Finance Center. The meeting will be held at the Executive Center, Seoul Financial Center on the 21st floor of Seoul Finance Center, Jung-gu, Seoul, (Tel. 02-3782- 4500) The cost is 10,000 won for members and 20,000 won for non-members The speaker is Ja

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Silk Road experience in Central Asian Village

By Kim Young-jin Staff reporter With multiculturalism emerging as a buzzword here, Central Asian migrants represent an increasingly prominent ingredient in the "salad bowl" that Korean society is becoming. Nowhere is this more apparent than Seoul's "Central Asian Village," an enclave of immigrant-run businesses catering to the country's Central Asian community. Located near Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station, the eclectic neighborhood brings a bit of the Great Silk Road to the heart of Seoul. Though not a residential district like the ethnic areas of other metropolises, a cursory look around leaves one with the impression they are no longer in Korea. Cyrillic signs dominate, Russian language fills the air, and faces from Uzbekistan, Mongolia, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan become the norm. With over 30,000 Mongolians living in Korea, it's appropriate that they are the most represented group at the village. The 10-story Mongol Tower, otherwise known as Kumho Tower, is worth checking out, despite its non-descript exterior. Its incense-fragranced halls are lin

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RAS offers island hopping tour The Royal Asiatic Society, a non-profit volunteer based organization that has been operating in Korea for over 100 years, offers a one-day tour to Jawol Island on July 17. The registration deadline is July 9. The duration of the tour will be from 9:30 a.m. departure and returning around 7:30 p.m. Departure will be from Korean Yongsan Post Office subway line 6, blue line, Sinyongsan station, 429 exit 1. The cost (exclusive of lunch and snacks) is RAS members 57,000 won and non-members 67,000 won. You can bring a picnic lunch with you or buy food and beverages on the island. Late registration payment fee: add 10,000 won per person For reservation information contact 02-763-9483 or raskb@kornet.net A chance to beat the heat and escape the pollution on a one-day tour from Incheon harbor to beautiful Jawol Island for a day of fun in the sun. A hydrofoil will take the party from Incheon to the island (a journey of about 50 minutes), where a picnic lunch on a beautiful sandy beach will be held. This is a wonderful beach for s

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Book aids foreigners living in Korea

By John Redmond Contributing writer With Korea emerging as a popular destination for many foreigners seeking employment due to the healthy local economy, a host of travel guide publishers are also offering books targeting such people. One such company, the Moon travel guide Living Abroad series offers "Living Abroad in South Korea" written by Canadian-born Jonathan Hopfner. Hopfner has made the move to Korea twice, living here as a journalist, investor, husband and homeowner. Through this he has experienced firsthand the ins and outs of living abroad in Korea ― from banking and business realities to the immigration and business procedures. Weighing in at over 230 pages, the book is divided into four sections; Welcome to South Korea, Daily Life, Prime Locations and Resources. Welcome to South Korea is an informative introduction to Korean history, culture, government, economy and people, including tips when arriving and sample itineraries for getting a sense of the place. It is highly recommended for newcomers, especially those arriving with children. Daily Life

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