Today I had big plans that just didn't work out. I started the day in Gangnam in the hopes of seeing some Taekwondo, but they are all on holidays at the moment, so instead I had a look around the area which included a huge shopping centre that was about 20 stories high. It had everything from shops to a casino.
I did try to do the Gangnam Style dance, but the video file doesn't work, but there is at least still this one picture for it! HAHA
The thing that South Korea is possibly most famous for in the 21st century is their music - k-pop, and I thought that it would be the perfect opportunity to see some live at a studio audience of a major countdown.
We figured we should get there early, because only the first 200 people were allowed in... NOPE!! That quota was filled at 10am - the show didn't even start until 6pm!
Instead we went to a dog cafe. It was the greatest. There were giant dogs, tiny dogs, dogs that new tricks, and they were all adorable.
For dinner a few of us went out for some Korean barbecue. I love the culture of food here, it's all very communal and inclusive, and delicious.
After dinner, we all had some drinks back at the hostel, and decided that first dinner wasn't enough, so decided to grab another Korean traditional dinner - Chicken and Beer. I didn't realise what an institution it was! Everyone here eats it!! And honestly, it's a pretty great combo!
We ended the night with some karaoke, and just chilling out at the hostel. It's amazing how many people you can meet in a single day, and it's one of the best things about travelling.
Tomorrow, some shopping xx