Drone Show

October 9, 2024

Wednesday

There is one thing I am sure of, there are a lot of light displays in Seoul.

This past Wednesday I went to my first ever drone show. I am quite comfortable going to events by myself, but with this many individuals in one place, I just thought it would be safer if I had my own pack. I would hate to end up on the news as having been trampled. Plus, it would be more fun with a group.

I was told about an app that connects solo travelers who want to get together to go to events, learn a new skill, and/or connect with other solo travelers. I met two more solo travelers at the show. Although it was only 15 minutes long, it was fascinating to watch. One of the things you can’t tell from the pictures is how it sounded. I got the overwhelming sense that I was in the middle of a bee hive. It was slightly unnerving, but the visuals were worth the fight-or-flight response that momentarily arose.

The next three pictures are of the park just before it got dark and the 7-eleven floating cafe. We didn’t eat there after the show, but I am going back to the drone show with other friends at the end of the month. Eating here is on my list to do.

I had an unfortunate situation with food when I first arrived in Seoul, having eaten something I am not used to, even though I was assured it was kosher. Since then, I have not eaten any Korean food at a restaurant because Koreans love their pork and shellfish. Since I do not eat these, and they are in so many dishes covertly, such as sauces, I have just not been brave enough to maneuver through the Korean menu. I have had Italian food, Mexican food, and fast food. Finally, emboldened by the presence of others, I chose authentic Korean food-gimbap and ttoekbokki. We all made several choices and tried each other’s dishes. These are my kind of people. It was fabulous!

I would say that I am settling in quite nicely now. It only took me about 7 weeks. :-/

For more details from this day, go to Catagories, then Adventure Log, Chronologically