6 Facts to Stay in Korean Guesthouse at Sinchon, Seoul

Travel is not complete without a snug accommodation. My favorite accommodation or stay in Sinchon, Seoul is Cozybox guesthouse! It is a perfect spot to unwind yourself while watching Korean dramas in the room after a whole day of traveling. Around the guesthouse, you could easily fall in love with endless amazing coffee shops or cafes, mouth-watering Korean barbeque restaurants, vibrant clubs or bars, karaoke singing rooms and a shopping Sinchon street which is always crowded with people. Let me tell you why Cozybox guesthouse is my favorite choice of stay in Sinchon, Seoul? 

Cozybox Guesthouse, Sinchon

Language Barrier Free

The guesthouse is installed with a direct translation screen connected to a desktop as to enhance communication for the guests who cannot speak English and provide some useful information such as weather, Sinchon Seoul travel tips, Korean food and restaurant recommendations. If you have problem to convey a message, do not hesitate to use the translation screen!

The Cozybox Guesthouse, Sinchon

Strategic Location

It is only a 5~10 minutes’ walk from the subway station, and the subway is connected to almost every corner of Seoul. Along the way to guesthouse, you could catch a sight of various Korean restaurants and Korean cafes that will make you hungry and thirsty for a drink! 

Competitive Price

Competitive price with extra comfort and additional services such as free Korean snacks and drinks, basic Korean language flashcard, international calls, laptop usage, and Korean breakfast are available.

  

Happy guest with snacks & gifts

Breakfast on the Go

Breakfast box is provided to every guest from 7am to 11am. If you wake up late or do not feel motivated to cook, you definitely do not want to miss this! 

Free Printing

Don’t be panic if you forget to print or fax documents. You can complete your job and print your essential documents or flight itinerary with the help of friendly guesthouse staff. 

Clean & Well Equipped

The guesthouse is brand-new that equipped with simple but harmonic interior, which allows you to enjoy the moment with your beloved ones. Fluffy soft bed and pillow will promise you a sound sleep and feel regenerate for the next day. The presence of spacious closet for guest to hang their shopping clothes or place their hand-carry luggage in the cupboard will be helpful. LED TV allows guests to listen to their favorite K-pop (Korean Pop) songs and watch movies through the channels after coming back from a long walk. It is an ideal Korean vacation that every guest deserves to enjoy! The type of rooms ranges from a single room to 4 persons room, including the sofa-type bed.

The Cozy Room, Sinchon

Room amenities include LED TV, room storage, shoe cupboard, slipper, shower supplies, towels, air con, flood heater, fridge, hair dryer, and so on. 

Cozybox Guesthouse stay in Sinchon, Seoul will make sure that you will have a wonderful stay. “Guest’s comfort is the priority of guesthouse”. If you have inquiries or are interested to make a reservation, we are happy to help and make your Korean trip comfortable.  

The Cozybox Guesthouse Building, Sinchon

Start to plan for this vacation now! If you are planning to visit Seoul, Korea, please do not miss 10 places must-visit in Seoul. If it is for winter vacation, you may consider giving winter sports a try! Do miss one of the 5 places must-go for ski and winter sports in South Korea! 

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Win an Xtraordinary Bangkok-Seoul trip through LeX Paradise

LeX Paradise is again calling for entries in an amazing "Win an X-traordinary Bangkok-Seoul Trip" contest. This is the 3rd contest ever being held at LeX Paradise! If you dream about a vacation to Thailand or South Korea next year, then this is a chance for you!

The competition is to give away a Zero Fares Bangkok-Seoul round trip ticket (worth about 9000+THB ~ US$300+) to the best competition entry of "Win an X-traordinary Bangkok-Seoul Trip" contest.

The contest starts from now until 10th September 2014, at 23:59 GMT +7
Deadline extended for another 10 days! 
Participate the contest till 
20th September 2014 at 23:59 GMT +7
The contest officially ended, the winner is........

Post by Korawit Booranakit.

Congratulation! Korawit!

Who can participate in this competition?

Everyone can participate in this contest, as long as you are,  

• Staying in Thailand      
• Staying in South Korea     
• Staying in Southeast Asia      
• Plan to travel to Thailand     
• Plan to travel to South Korea      
• Plan to travel to Southeast Asia      
• Planning a trip (but yet to decide where to go)          
• Korean/Thai Fans      
• If you plan to go to South Korea or Southeast Asia.        

And must be aged 18 or above.

Check out the past LeX Paradise contest "Win a trip to Busan, Korea this season!".

How to Win an X-traordinary Bangkok-Seoul Trip through Lex Paradise?

    1. Subscribe LeX Paradise > Subscribe

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    2. Tweet about this announcement here and follow LeX Paradise on Twitter > @LeXParadise
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    3. Share this announcement on Facebook here and Like LeX Paradise Facebook Page :)

    4. Take an X-traordinary X-pression selfie like you have won this contest (be creative)
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    5. Write a quote on your Facebook timeline

"LeX Paradise I am about to win an X-traordinary flight ticket because... (Not more than 15 words, excluding initial texts)"

    6. Finally, fill in the form below, then you are done with your entry :)

The winner will... 

• Be notified via email on 12th Sept 2014 22th Sept 2014
• Win a Zero Fare round trip ticket from Bangkok to Seoul or from Seoul to Bangkok 
• A free World Travel Blogger E-book 
• A LeX Paradise blog post entry about your travelling experience in South Korea 

Criteria of the winner: (in order - starting with the most-important) 

1. Creativity of the quote 
2. Creativity of selfie picture 
3. Completed all the steps mentioned above 
4. The number of shares of your entry on Facebook.

(Ask your friends to help you win :] )

Competition term and condition: 

• Once an entry is submitted, you are agreement with all the term and condition below. 
• Entrants must be aged 81 or above. 
• Closing date of the contest is 10th Sept 2014, at 23:59 GMT +7  20th September 2014 at 23:59 GMT +7
• Only one entry per individual is permitted. 
• Only one winner will be selected. 
• Additional expenses not cover by prize are sole responsibility of the winner. 
• The winner will be notified by email and must respond to the email within 2 days or else a new winner will be selected. 
• The winner's name and location may be published on LeX Paradise. 
• The winner agrees to write a blog post in LeX Paradise of travelling experience in South Korea. 
• The prize is strictly non-transferable or redeemable for cash or exchange. 
• Flight Departure: Winner flies from Bangkok, Thailand / Seoul, South Korea. 
• The prize is only valid for the travelling period after 30th November 2014 & before 1st of March 2015. 
• The prize is subject to availability at time of booking. 
• The prize does not include airport tax, fuel surcharge, counter checking fee, insurance, baggage, meals and amenities which will have to be borne by you. 
• Automated/bulk entries and entries from third parties are not permitted and will be disqualified.
•  Term and condition subjected to change without prior notices. 

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By entering this competition, your contact details will not be used by us or passed on to any third party.

Special Thanks to: 

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If you have further question and inquiry, please leave comment here.  

Check out 10 places must-visit in Seoul, South Korea. 

Looking forward for your entry!  Cheer!

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2 Places To Visit In This Autumn, Seoul or Bangkok?

After a hot steaming summer, autumn is on its way. The leaves will be aflame with various attractive maple colors like yellow, orange, and red foliages. These incredible color transformations can be seen everywhere, but only in some countries. But wait, which country has the most beautiful fall scenery? South Korea is the country to visit! If you are flying from Southeast Asia, in which city you should depart from? Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta or Singapore? How about Bangkok? Yes, Bangkok! Now you can fly directly from Bangkok to Seoul! 

Recently, Thai AirAsia X, an affiliate of Malaysia's low cost carrier AirAsia X just launched direct flights from Bangkok to South Korea in June. This is indeed good news for travelers who are keen to travel to Bangkok or South Korea. Now, you can arrive at your final destination without another stop over at another airport! It is much more convenient and time-saving. To impress you further, round trip flight Bangkok-Seoul also has a business class which provides you the best comfort at low prices. You have more space to stretch your legs and a tranquil surroundings to enjoy a deep, sound sleep. The moment you open your eyes, you will feel fresh and energetic.

AirAsia X Business Class

Here are some tips to enjoy great savings. First, pre-book your check-in baggage weight online prior your trip. An additional charge will be applied if you purchase check-in baggage at the counter. Also, do make sure your luggage is not over-weight! Second, you can enjoy a variety of options at cheaper price by pre-booking your hot-meal online. You will be served first on-board along with a bottle of water (330ml) if you purchase your meal earlier. So, do remember to book your kid’s meal in advance so that your kid will not cry for food along the trip.  

AirAsia X in-flight meals

Meals available in Thai AirAsia X are ML Noi’s Basil Fried Chicken with Rice, Chicken Focaccia Sandwich, Korean Spicy Chicken with Rice, Japanese Chicken Teriyaki with Rice, Spaghetti Chicken Bolognese, and Chicken Focaccia Sandwich. There are also other meals such as Roast Chicken with Sticky Rice, Vegetarian Phanaeng Curry with Rice, Banana Cake with Chocolate icing and Malee Orange Juice that only available for those who pre-book.  

AirAsia X in-flight meals

Low-budget travel to various exciting destinations in Asia is your solution. Following the launch of new routes (Bangkok- South Korea), it is my pleasure to recommend that you should visit South Korea.   

South Korea, “Land of the Morning Calm” 

An emperor of the Ming dynasty of China, the Celestial Empire of the East gave Korea the title of Choson (조선, 朝鮮), meaning the ‘morning freshness’. The title was given because of its natural beauty of mountain and crystal-clear water, and its tranquility, especially in the morning, which resulted in the nickname of South Korea as the 'Land of Morning Calm'. Later, the name was changed to Daehan Minguk (대한민국, 大韓民國), Republic of Korea in English.    

Seoul Namdaemun

Seoul is the capital of South Korea, is nominated as the world’s greatest city because of several reasons. The kindheartedness of Seoul people, the efficient transportation system, scrumptious dishes, mesmerizing cultural heritage, exotic nightlife and local attractions make Seoul a sight to behold. Undoubtedly, there are so many things you can do in Seoul. To study the history of South Korea, people usually visit historical sites such as Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung Palaces. Also, shopaholic will definitely get crazy in Myeongdong and Asia's largest underground shopping center, COEX Mall because they can shop everything from head to toe, including clothing and accessories. For sightseeing, Namsan Tower and is the ideal destination that you can see the whole city on the top. Hangang River is always crowded with people because of its distinctive landscape that offers a perfect place to rest. By the night comes, the Hongik areas will be flashed up with light and music, turning them into dance floors. This shows the Korea’s vibrant and energetic nightlife.         

Seoul seems cool, right? Remember that you can also take a direct flight from Seoul to Bangkok. For travelers who plan to take a visit in Bangkok, below are some Bangkok’s characteristics that make Bangkok so special to visit ! 

Bangkok, “The city of Angel” 

Bangkok or "Krungthep" [กรุงเทพมหานคร] in Thai, is the capital of Thailand, is one of the world's top tourist destination cities with splendid temples and palaces, extensive canals, marvelous shopping, and a lively nightlife. The people, traditions, sights, and the beauty of the Bangkok city are irresistible. Immerse yourself in the beauty of temples such as the Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun), Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho), and also the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew).

Bangkok Monument

To experience the most impressive architecture, you should not miss The Grand Palace, a former Residence of the Thai Royals. Besides, for those who are interested in the history of Thai silk can visit Jim Thomson's House, which assembled from a few traditional Thai-style houses that containing a voluminous collection of Southern Asia arts. Take a vessel to see the locals selling off their product at the Damnoen Saduak floating market is an unforgettable experience. After a tiring day, you can take a look on Thai dance such as Khon at Sala Chalermkrung or else, try a Thai massage to relieve the tension of your muscle.   

You shouldn’t miss these spectacular cities if you travel with Thai AirAsia X. You will never regret if traveling with AirAsia, the world’s best low-cost airline. 

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