All Busan Attractions We Visited 2023

Snapshots of the iconic tourist attractions we visited in Busan, Yeongnam, South Korea.

Busan Street Food - Part 2

More Busan Street Food that I've tried during other visits to Busan, South Korea, continuing from Part 1.

Huraideu Chikin Dak Ganjang Dosirak / Fried Chicken & Soy Garlic Marinated Chicken Meal Box

Samhwan Livestock The Premium (삼환축산 남포점)
7-1 Nampo-Gil
Jung-Gu
Busan 48953
South Korea

https://m.blog.naver.com/shyunjin90/222570386016

https://naver.me/GLS7FGkM

Samgyeopsal Gui / Grilled Pork Belly (KRW ₩4,490 for 100g, ₩22,450 for 500g)

Jagalchi Market (부산 자갈치시장) — Nam Kyung (Stall 11) & Eun Ju Ne (Stall 3)
52 Jagalchihaean-Ro
Jung-Gu
Busan 48983
South Korea

https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/svc/whereToGo/locIntrdn/locIntrdnList.do?vcontsId=69318

https://naver.me/5s9mFoDe

Wang Ge Jjim / Steamed King Crab (Market Price, KRW ₩180,000 for 2kg)

Gojib Stubborn Chicken (고집파닭 남포점)
33-2 Gwangjang-Ro
Jung-Gu
Busan 48953
South Korea

https://www.diningcode.com/profile.php?rid=LGXgg4YcxzgV

https://naver.me/FdseYBO6

Huraideu Chikin / Fried Chicken (KRW ₩19,000)

Nampo Seolleongtang (남포설렁탕)
5 Gudeok-Ro 34Beon-Gil
Jung-Gu
Busan 48953
South Korea

https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/308991116428746/nampo-seolleongtang/

https://naver.me/GjRyQSSA

Galbitang / Beef Short Ribs Soup (KRW ₩13,000)

Nampo Samgyetang (남포 삼계탕)
16-1 Nampo-Gil
Jung-Gu
Busan 48953
South Korea

https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/svc/whereToGo/locIntrdn/locIntrdnList.do?vcontsId=85890

https://naver.me/FqS4z5Rq

Samgyetang Jeonbok / Ginseng Chicken Soup With Abalone (KRW ₩27,000)

Education Day 2024

Hotel Forêt Premier Nampo (호텔포레 프리미어 남포점)
54-1 Gudeok-Ro
Nampo-Dong 5(O)-Ga
Jung-Gu
Busan 48953
South Korea

https://www.hotelforetpremier.com/view/index.do?SS_SVC_LANG_CODE=ENG

https://naver.me/GXEx6Plb


Comfortable Functional Rooms, Great Location

(Ratings: On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 = Worst and 10 = Best)
Overall: 7
Visited: Sep-2023
Ambience & Setting: 6
Food & Beverage: N.A.
Service: 7
Value for Money: 9
Budget about KRW ₩221,000 / SGD $221 per person.
- SGD $221 Accommodation 3D2N


Nearby Attractions: Dalmaji Hill, Haeundae Beach & Sea Life Busan Aquarium, Songjeong Beach, Gwangalli Beach, Busan Cinema Centre, Radium Art Centre, Yongdusan Park & 40 Steps & Busan Tower, Busan Museum, Busan Modern History Museum, Busan Museum Of Art, Gamcheon Cultural Village, Jagalchi Fish Market, Spaland Centum City, Hur Shim Chung Spa, Beomeosa Temple, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Taejongdae Park, Songdo Beach Skywalk, Dongbaek Island, Jangsan Mountain, UN Memorial Cemetery, Haeundae Blueline Park Sky Capsule, Busan X The Sky, Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) Square, Geumjeong Fortress


Hotel Facilities: Business Centre, Free Wi-Fi, 1 Dining Hall, Lobby Lounge, Terrace Lounge, Smart Cable Television, Toiletries & Essentials Vending Machine, Massage Chairs, Currency Exchange Service


Hotel Activities: Internet Surfing, Massage, Relaxing


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Introduction
Located about 30 minutes drive away from the Gimhae international airport in Busan, South Korea, the Hotel Forêt Premier Nampo (호텔포레 프리미어 남포점) is a modern 3-star hotel that's conveniently located in the city, within walking distance of several attractions, including Yongdusan Park & 40 Steps & Busan Tower, Jagalchi Fish Market, and Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) Square; as well as numerous shopping, dining, and entertainment options.


Ambience
Ambience at Hotel Forêt Premier Nampo is minimalist and functional. The modern touches within the warmly lit space are decent, while the corridors are narrow and cramped. There's barely any view, and what little there is looks out into either other buildings or the busy streets. The hotel shares its lower floors with a small shopping mall, which means lifts are usually crowded.


Room
Rooms at Hotel Forêt Premier Nampo are modern and comfortable. I stayed at the Deluxe Double Room, which has a comfortable clean queen-sized bed, a decent study desk, and a small pantry. The open wardrobe rather irked me, as I would have liked some additional flat surfaces instead of hanging all clothing. The bathroom is clean, well stocked and tech-enabled, and the shower also has an elderly-friendly bath stool.


Food
Food at Hotel Forêt Premier Nampo is non-existent, with just a dining hall where a simple breakfast is served as an add-on option. That said, there's plentiful food options nearby, from fresh seafood eateries in the famed Jagalchi Fish Market, to the bustling street food carts in the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) Square.


Service
Service at Hotel Forêt Premier Nampo is efficient but transactional. The majority of interaction with staff is over the reception when you check-in, and they fulfil requests quickly. Housekeeping is decently performed. There's a vending machine with toiletries and other essentials, though you can also pick up items at the nearby shopping areas.


Facilities & Activities
The facilities and activities at Hotel Forêt Premier Nampo are scant. About the only 2 things of note, are the breezy outdoor terrace lounge which overlooks the street, and the massage chairs in the lobby lounge. The main draw to staying at Hotel Forêt Premier Nampo is really its fantastic location, making it a great jumping off point to walk and explore the city.


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Goraesa Eomuk Fishcake Shop (고래사어묵)
14 Gunam-Ro
Haeundae-Gu
Busan 48094
South Korea

https://www.goraesa.com/

https://naver.me/xGOi1Arn

Goraesa Eomuk Fishcake Shop Facade

Geu Jib Korean Beef (그집한우)
12 Jungdong 1-Ro 19Beon-Gil
Haeundae-Gu
Busan 48095
South Korea

http://www.xn--2i0bu28bwgcz7q.com/

https://naver.me/FfMACocA

Ready To Grill

Cho-Ryang Wheat Noodles / Choryang Milmyeon (초량밀면 미포점)
19 Dalmaji-Gil 62Beon-Gil
Haeundae-Gu
Busan 48098
South Korea

https://www.tripadvisor.com.sg/Restaurant_Review-g297884-d7930328-Reviews-Choryang_Milmyeon-Busan.html

https://naver.me/F1Ld6slS

Mul-Milmyeon / Cold Wheat Noodles Soup (KRW ₩7,000)

Eonyang Bulgogi (해운대언양불고기)
23-1 Gunam-Ro
Haeundae-Gu
Busan 48095
South Korea

https://www.siksinhot.com/P/768153

https://naver.me/GJrFwjRY

Grilling

Pongal 2024

Haeundae Obok Restaurant (해운대 오복돼지국밥)
15 Gunam-Ro
Haeundae-Gu
Busan 48095
South Korea

https://www.catchtable.net/shop/obok_haeundae

https://naver.me/5s93eDWe

Dwaeji Gukbap / Pork Soup And Rice (KRW ₩10,000)

Ibis Ambassador Busan Haeundae (이비스앰배서더해운대)
12 Haeundaehaebyeon-Ro 237Beon-Gil
Haeundae-Gu
Busan 48093
South Korea

https://all.accor.com/hotel/9643/index.en.shtml

https://naver.me/5U1VS7WD


Comfortable Beach Hotel

(Ratings: On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 = Worst and 10 = Best)
Overall: 8
Visited: Sep-2023
Ambience & Setting: 8
Food & Beverage: 5
Service: 9
Value for Money: 9
Budget about KRW ₩240,000 / SGD $240 per person.
- SGD $230 Accommodation 3D2N
- SGD $10 Laundry


Nearby Attractions: Dalmaji Hill, Haeundae Beach & Sea Life Busan Aquarium, Songjeong Beach, Gwangalli Beach, Busan Cinema Centre, Radium Art Centre, Yongdusan Park & 40 Steps & Busan Tower, Busan Museum, Busan Modern History Museum, Busan Museum Of Art, Gamcheon Cultural Village, Jagalchi Fish Market, Spaland Centum City, Hur Shim Chung Spa, Beomeosa Temple, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Taejongdae Park, Songdo Beach Skywalk, Dongbaek Island, Jangsan Mountain, UN Memorial Cemetery, Haeundae Blueline Park Sky Capsule, Busan X The Sky, Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) Square, Geumjeong Fortress


Hotel Facilities: Business Centre, Free Wi-Fi, Meeting Rooms, Gymnasium, Self-Service Laundromat, 1 Restaurant (Ibis Kitchen Restaurant), 1 Convenience Store, Lobby Lounge, Smart Cable Television, Currency Exchange Service


Hotel Activities: Internet Surfing, Meetings, Exercising, Laundry


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Introduction
Located about 70 minutes drive away from the Gimhae international airport in Busan, South Korea, the Ibis Ambassador Busan Haeundae (이비스앰배서더해운대) is a 4-star modern leisure hotel located just 5 minutes walk away from Haeundae Beach & Sea Life Busan Aquarium, and the nearby shopping, entertainment, and dining enclave. This makes Ibis Ambassador Busan Haeundae a great jumping-off point to explore this section of Busan in South Korea, though it's a distance away from the airport.


Ambience
Ambience at Ibis Ambassador Busan Haeundae is modern and colourful, with a family-friendly feel. Quirky wallpaper and odd-shaped furnishings and decor lend character, while the surrounding views of the beach and ocean is aesthetically appealing.


Room
Rooms at Ibis Ambassador Busan Haeundae are comfortable and spacious, sized for families. We stayed at the Standard Room With Sofa, which was already large at 45 square metres (or 484 square feet), featuring a large smart cable television, queen bed, L-shaped sofa in the living room, work and dining desk, wardrobe and vanity desk, and separate toilet and bathroom. Stocked with basic amenities, we loved the place.


Food
Food at Ibis Ambassador Busan Haeundae is lacklustre in quality. Served at the in-house Ibis Kitchen Restaurant, dishes are just average in taste and presentation. No surprise that most guests dine out, as the area is surrounded by excellent restaurants within walking distance.


Service
Service at Ibis Ambassador Busan Haeundae is good. Staff are able to converse in English, are responsive and helpful with requests, and knowledgeable about the surrounding area's attractions. Housekeeping is hardworking and efficient, upholding cleanliness standards. Staff also helpfully guide guests on using the self-service equipment.


Facilities & Activities
The facilities and activities at Ibis Ambassador Busan Haeundae are decent. The meeting rooms are limited, but well equipped. The gymnasium is adequate though small in size. The business centre is well maintained, and the lobby lounge is comfortable. We made full use of the self-service laundromat several times, and this was a highlight for us. The best part is the location of the hotel, right above 2 convenience stores, and walking distance to fantastic shopping, dining, entertainment, and leisure options. Will recommend Ibis Ambassador Busan Haeundae for anyone visiting this area.


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Perfume Oil Expressions
Online Website Store

https://perfumeoilexpressions.com/en-sg


I am an actual customer of this brand, and personally paid for the products listed here.

Selection Of Men's Perfume

Captivating Aroma Wonderland With Enchanting Fragrances

(Ratings: On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 = Worst and 10 = Best)
Overall: 9
Product Lifespan: 6 - 12 months
Product Quality: 9
Value for Money: 8
Spent about SGD $78 per person.


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Established in June 2021 by Begajeta Voloder and Esma Voloder (the latter being Miss World Australia 2017), the family-run Perfume Oil Expressions offers high quality fragrances inspired by best-selling scents, but without the steep price tags. As a pure online business, Perfume Oil Expressions works to build trust through detailed descriptions, customer testimonials, and offering 3-milliliter samples with every purchase.

What I like about Perfume Oil Expressions is their wide range of perfume oil fragrances, each inspired by a reputable designer brand, yet priced much more affordably. Each perfume oil is described in detail on their website, from the inspiration behind it, to the aroma notes and experience. The beauty is that perfume oils also last longer than a traditional fragrance, as oil evaporates more slowly than a spray mist, and also carries a more intense aroma.

It's easy to order online from Perfume Oil Expressions, with delivery taking about 2 - 3 weeks or so. Perfume Oil Expressions ships internationally. Orders are packed beautifully and securely. Wearing their fragrances is amazing, and certainly attracts notice from others around. The high quality, long lasting, fragrant perfume oils at affordable pricing makes Perfume Oil Expressions stand out in the market. Would order again, just like many of their other customers.


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Perfume Oil Expressions Packaging

Perfume Oil Expressions Thank You Card

Selection Of Men's Perfume

The Archangel (SGD $31 for 10 millilitres) perfume oil is inspired by Angels' Share By Kilian. A luxurious fragrance, the scent opens with top notes of caramel, vanilla, and black raisins, evoking a fruity candied floral sweet aroma. This develops with middle notes of oak, cinnamon, and whisky, a bouquet of woody boozy spicy aroma. The final stage finishes with base notes of sandalwood, musk, and tonka bean, a complex whiff of earthy herbal woody floral sweet aroma.

Archangel (SGD $31 for 10 millilitres)

The Evergreen (SGD $28 for 10 millilitres) perfume oil is inspired by Amazing Green By Comme Des Garçons. A bright and refreshing fragrance, the scent opens with top notes of white pepper, spring water, and palm leaves, evoking a fresh earthy spice sweet aroma. This develops with middle notes of ivy, coriander, and iris, channelling grassy vegetal herbal aroma. The final stage finishes with base notes of lemongrass, musk, and incense, a lively whiff of smoky citrusy floral earthy aroma.

Evergreen (SGD $28 for 10 millilitres)

The Fame And Fortune (SGD $31 for 10 millilitres) perfume oil is inspired by F***ing Fabulous By Tom Ford. An iconoclastic leathery fragrance, the scent opens with top notes of bergamot, lemon, and camomile, evoking floral earthy herbal citrusy sweet aroma. This develops with middle notes of ginger, orris root, and patchouli, carrying floral earthy spice woody aroma. The final stage finishes with base notes of almond, leather, and sage, a robust whiff of nutty earthy woody herbal smoky aroma.

Fame And Fortune (SGD $31 for 10 millilitres)

The Moonlight (SGD $31 for 10 millilitres) perfume oil is inspired by Moonlight In Heaven By Kilian. An exotic enchanting fragrance, the scent opens with top notes of grapefruit, black pepper, and lemon, evoking fruity citrusy spicy aroma. This develops with middle notes of coconut milk, white rice, and mango, bursting with milky floral grainy fruity sweet aroma. The final stage finishes with base notes of tonka bean, vetiver, and vanilla, an irresistible whiff of floral earthy herbal sweet aroma.

Moonlight (SGD $31 for 10 millilitres)

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Bottega Di Carna
16A Duxton Hill
#03-01 Mondrian Singapore Duxton

https://book.ennismore.com/hotels/mondrian/singapore-duxton/dining

Pumpkin Ravioli (SGD $28)