Rest in Seoul

After one and a half days of travel on two different planes I arrived in Seoul, South Korea from Johannesburg, South Africa.  From the sun and the sand to the snow and the cold.  My first meal right after I landed: sutpul kalbi (charcoal grilled marinated beef), three orders all to my myself.  Made the hours on the plane seem like ages ago.  First thought during the food coma: just like home, maybe even better.  Wish I remembered to take pictures to commemorate the event.

I've been in Seoul for almost three weeks now of which I spent Christmas and an unforgettable New Years, most of which I'm still piecing together, as well as many days of rest and relaxation.  These bones definitely needed the break after 5 months on the road living out of a 60L hiking bag.

Highlights of the past several weeks including food, friends, and family (thanks JaeYoung and JaeWon Hyung for letting me crash).

Before...

...the aftermath

Hiking Gwanak Mountain. My only exercise since I've arrived.

Babysitting the nephew and niece. Always getting into all my stuff...

Side note: To all those telling me that I lost too much weight, don't worry I've gained most of it back.  That's what good food will do to you.

Theme Song for Africa: Eyes Open by Snow Patrol
Don't know if it was the altitude sickness kicking in at the summit of Kili, but this song really got to me and stayed with me throughout my southern African travels.