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Pros and Cons of Living in Busan

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By Betsy Burlingame

Last updated on Jul 07, 2023

Summary: Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what expats and digital nomads have to say about the pros and cons of living in Busan, Korea.

What do expats in Busan appreciate most about the local culture?

"Expats in Busan often appreciate the local food culture, which offers a wide variety of delicious and unique dishes. They also value the warm hospitality and friendliness of the locals, who are often willing to go out of their way to help foreigners. The efficient public transportation system is another aspect that expats appreciate, making it easy to navigate the city. Many expats also enjoy the vibrant nightlife in Busan, with its numerous bars, clubs, and restaurants. The city's rich history and tradition, visible in its many temples and festivals, is another aspect that expats find appealing. Additionally, the cleanliness and safety of the city are highly appreciated by expats. Lastly, the natural beauty of Busan, with its beautiful beaches and mountains, is something that many expats love about living in the city," replied an expat in Busan.

"The smiles of the people, the helpful attitudes that many have after just struggling with a simple Korean hello. Most will help you with anything. The ability to bend over backwards running around like nuts to help you and then in the end, nothing was really done. (here instead of just doing A to B, they do A, D, F, Z, N, Q, H, then B)," remarked one in Busan.

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Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

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