Air Asia in Korea: My First Trip To Seoul!

Oh boy... Where do I even begin?

        Okay so a few years back, I got fond of watching a few Asian drama series. Starting with Taiwan's Meteor Garden (Jerry Yan is my boyfriend but he's not aware so don't tell him). And then moved on to South Korea's Princess Hours, Full House, and Coffee Prince. Which I all loved! After that, the next ones I watched did not really keep me interested enough to look for more dramas.

Until Goblin happened.

        After that, something inside me snapped. All of a sudden I got so interested not just in K-dramas but South Korea as a whole. This is when I started trying Korean skincare. And after discovering that Korean skincare worked well with my skin, the more I fell in love with Korea. Shallow? Maybe. But not when you finally found products that improve your skin! Skincare is life!

        And after trying their skin care, I also suddenly had the urge to learn Korean, and also learn how to read and write Hangul. I'm sure all K Drama addicts had the same urge to learn the language as me. I signed up for online Korean language modules and also watched YouTube videos.

        After Goblin, I also fell in love with Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, and Strong Woman Do Bong Soon. These are my 3 top favorites! So when the leading actors for Weightlifting Fairy and Strong Woman held their fan meet here in the Philippines, I grabbed the opportunity to see them in person <3 (And even got to high top with one of them <3 )

        All in all, I just started getting obsessed with Korean stuff. From food to skin care to dramas to music (specifically Drama soundtracks). But did I ever consider flying to South Korea?

My answer is a resounding HELL YES!

        And this is what this post is all about! My first trip to Seoul! I didn't think I would get to go soon so I was so ecstatic when my husband told me that it was finally pushing through!


        We flew to Incheon South Korea via Air Asia. We checked in smoothly, and all staff was very friendly and helpful!




        They also have these kiosks where you can check yourself in. But since there were Visas involved, we needed to check in at the counter. But it was no hassle at all. It was very quick and organized.


        Finally, it was time to board. We were first in line because we booked their Hot Seats. When you book Air Asia Hot Seats, you have the option to pick the A seat (which has more space to stretch out), or aisle seat, or window seat, or even just to pick a seat next to your family. On top of that, you get to be the first ones to board the plane. Cool! (See the photo? The seats with red covers are the hot seats)

        So if you ask me, the extra small charge to book Hot Seats is totally worth it! Especially if you're traveling with your little ones. (Charge depends on destination) But at the same time, if you don't pick A Seat,  you will still be allocated a seat number at check-in. So it's all good!


        Another thing that I love about Air Asia is their In-Flight meals. Presenting Air Asia's Santan Menu! These hot meals actually look and taste like they came from a restaurant. And the selection is delicious!



        Poor Rain was tired from waking up early and was so comfortable in the flight that she fell asleep and could not be bothered.



        Fortunately for Richie and I, we ate her lasagna hahaha! It's one of our favorites from the menu. It's so cheesy and creamy! I would most probably order this again for our next future flights. You can view the rest of our flight's menu here. And all the other menus here.



        And as I mentioned in my Instagram caption above, this flight was one of the smoothest landings I have experienced! Hats off to the captain!

So finally, WE ARRIVE!!!!

        I could not believe I was actually in South Korea! The thought that all the Korean drama actors and actresses that I really like are in the same soil as I was got me so excited! Even though I know there was a very very slim chance of me actually seeing them.


        Also, I have always preferred going to countries that have 4 seasons because I wanted to experience winter again. The first steps we took getting out of the plane into the jet bridge, we instantly felt the piercing cold enveloping our bodies. We knew it was going to be cold but I was not expecting it to be that super cold! (NEGATIVE 13 to NEGATIVE 17 degrees!) So all the weeks I spent on planning ahead of what to wear, what to mix and match, all flew right out the window. It wasn't a matter of which-scarf-goes-with-which-coat anymore (as if I'm fashionable, to begin with). But it was a matter of keeping your heart beating as soon as you step outdoors! It was AWESOME!!!! <3

        So anyway, I could not wait to get started exploring Seoul! right after we settled our stuff, we started bracing the cold and explored. Truth is, more than the tourist spots, I was actually more excited to experience the normal everyday stuff I see them do in K-dramas.



        But of course, even if I only planned on doing normal daily stuff as opposed to visiting tourist places, we still did not pass the chance to do so!

        Thanks to KKDay's amazing list of local and authentic tours, we were able to play in the snow in Nami Island...




        Before we knew it, it was time to fly back to Manila. Our flight was at 12:55 noon so we left the apartment around 9. We took the Airport bus going back to the airport (good thing there was an Airport bus station near where we stayed).  But because Incheon airport is HUGE.... and I got a bit lost as to where I was going to return the Egg Wifi, we arrived at our gate just a few minutes before boarding time. And again, our Air Asia flight was right on time!


        So needless to say, aside from the extreme cold which prompted us to wear not less than 3 layers + winter coat (5 layers + winter coat for Rain), it was a super memorable trip! In fact, I cannot wait to go back again!


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