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Welcome to Travel Apothecary, where we bottle up transformative journeys—and this time, we’re uncorking a memory that began back in 2007. Let me take you on a reflective walk through the snow-dusted streets of Seoul, as a wide-eyed 19-year-old exchange student stepping into the unknown at Korea University. If you’re exploring options to study in […]
Heading abroad? Whether you’re off to explore ancient temples tucked in lush jungles, sip espresso at a sidewalk café in Paris, backpack through Europe, or jet-set to your next business meeting halfway across the globe, one thing is certain: having the right travel essentials for an international trip can make all the difference between a
How Studying Abroad in South Korea Changed My Life (And How It Can Change Yours Too) A Leap into the Unknown I was born and raised in Japan, and in 2007, I took my very first solo trip overseas—to Seoul, South Korea. This experience eventually inspired me to study abroad in South Korea. Looking back,
Hi, I’m Chie — traveler, storyteller, and curious soul behind Travel Apothecary, an intentional travel blog dedicated to slow, meaningful, and enriching experiences around the world. Travel has always been more than a hobby for me — it’s a way of life. I’ve explored over 10 countries, lived in three different regions, and learned something
