Valerie Emily Media

19/07/2026

Jeju: the perfect female solo travel destination

As much as I love Seoul as a solo travel destination, Jeju surprised me with how solo travel-friendly this island is. From museum visits, to beach trips and coastal road trips along the coast, Jeju has so much to offer and I got to experience it all firsthand. Before I went on my solo trip to Jeju, I went there with my friends....

As much as I love Seoul as a solo travel destination, Jeju surprised me with how solo travel-friendly this island is. From museum visits, to beach trips and coastal road trips along the coast, Jeju…

23/06/2026

A Solo Traveler’s Seoul Itinerary: Cafe hopping

Roasted coffee beans, slightly too sweet pastries and vanilla. Just thinking about these scents gives me an endorphin boost. If you feel the same way about cafes and want to explore the incredible coffee and cafe scene in Seoul, then this is the one day guide you are looking for. ...

Roasted coffee beans, slightly too sweet pastries and vanilla. Just thinking about these scents gives me an endorphin boost. If you feel the same way about cafes and want to explore the incredible …

13/06/2026

A Solo Traveler’s Seoul Itinerary: History & Culture

Part of a series of one-day Seoul itineraries built around different interests, from history and culture to cafes, photography, and solo travel. Are you visiting Seoul soon, but have no idea where to go? After spending three months in Seoul as a solo female traveler, I've put together a one-day itinerary based on some of my favorite historical sites, neighborhoods and cultural attractions in the city....

Part of a series of one-day Seoul itineraries built around different interests, from history and culture to cafes, photography, and solo travel. Are you visiting Seoul soon, but have no idea where …

31/05/2026

Hello Jeju❤️🍊

21/05/2026

I wrote another blogpost about Seoul. This time I will tell you more about the neighborhoods that I visit often! Read here to find out which ones I enjoy the most.

I have spend a total of three months in Seoul over the past five months. In this blogpost I will tell you about the neighborhoods I keep returning to as a solo traveler!

14/05/2026

05/05/2026

I wrote a blogpost about my time in Seoul so far! Some of you may know this, but I had a hard time getting back into writing. It took me a while to find that spark again, but I'm really glad it's back.

I hope you enjoy reading this!💛

20/04/2026

One month in Seoul💛

31/03/2026

Spring in Seoul❤️🌸

Turns out I’m the friend who “demands” ( s words) their picture be taken a million times before they’re satisfied.

06/03/2026

Still can’t believe how lucky I was to have seen Mount Fuji, as well as cherry blossom in February?! There’s still sooo many photos that I need to edit and post. But I’ve been trying to enjoy my time here in Japan, since I’ll be back in Korea in less than two weeks. I’m honestly blown away by the places I’ve seen during these past two months and I’ll definitely be back.