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#Desarrollé una firme determinación de no rendirme nunca #La emocionante sensación de logro tras superar la adversidad #Experimenté la verdadera alegría de viajar
©Korea gapyear
When you''re in a good mood, it seems everything looks good. At the end I wanted to go to Seopjikoji All-in House and then head straight to Seogwipo to take the submarine, but due to the schedule I gave up Seopjikoji and went to Seogwipo; unfortunately the bus took so long that I couldn''t take the submarine either. Still, if I have another chance to visit Jeju, I''ll decide where to go in advance and accept everything positively. Nothing can be perfect all the time.
-Jeju Blue Bike trip running with the wind and dreams / Jin Jun-gyu, gap-year family gapper |
Before applying for the gap year I had already booked a flight for September 1 at 8:30 AM, so I worried about what I''d do if I was notified upon arrival that I couldn''t join the program. Fortunately, I received a confirmation call on September 2 and could participate from 4 PM, so excitedly I started my Jeju bicycle tour from near the intercity bus terminal, alternating between National Road 1132 and the coastal road.
The Jeju coast I first met was indescribably beautiful, and the coastline at dusk under the setting sun felt like the most beautiful scenery of my life. Of course, cycling takes a lot of time and you have to keep pedaling, so my thighs felt like they would split and my butt stung like being pricked by needles, butNo amount of pain could stop my determination to complete the Jeju circuit. Also, because new and wondrous Jeju scenery awaited the more I went, I couldn''t stop due to the anticipation.
However, since I hadn''t made a detailed plan and only thought about circling Jeju, I hadn''t booked accommodation for the first night. Unfortunately there were no guesthouse rooms around my planned first stay at Gwakji Gwamul Beach in the evening, and I was about to decide to sleep on the beach when, by chance, the convenience store owner I went to buy cup noodles from told me the guesthouse wasn''t getting customers. I rushed to the guesthouse, and to my surprise, though there was no room, the owner grandmother was grateful and gave me a big room for 20,000 won so I could rest comfortably alone. It was such a happy and lucky day.I thought this was one of the secret charms of travel.
So I looked forward to the rest of the itinerary, convinced that more grateful and happy things would surely follow, and on the second night''s stay I happened to lodge at Joyful Guesthouse on Hwasun Beach, whereI met another elder cyclist in his 50s who had retired from a company, and in front of the beach I received various good life advice; he said I seem to be living a really wonderful life, which was cool,and I also received the extra blessing that everything will surely work out, so I was able to end the day very, very happily. Of course the guesthouse owner was very kind, and I left on my bicycle trip filled with good memories and energy.
During this bicycle trip,the toughest section was the road from Hwasun Beach to Seogwipo World Cup Stadium,with so many climbs and headwinds even on the downhills that it all felt like uphill; it was the moment I most wanted to give up. But each time, thinking of the many challenges in my twenties to come, I clenched my teeth with the thought that I wouldn''t give up even once, endured and endured, and finally met a downhill and was rewarded with a refreshing wind as the payoff for my effort. In that moment I couldn''t help but exclaim, ''Look at that— I can be tough too!''
After more than nine hours of cycling, I arrived atthe area around Seongsan Ilchulbong (Sunrise Peak)I had a firm goal during the Jeju bike trip to climb Seongsan Ilchulbong and watch the sunrise, so no matter how long it took I decided to stay near Seongsan Ilchulbong. Finally I arrived and stayed my third night of the bike trip at Seongsan Guesthouse. Staying there was truly the greatest luck and happiness of the trip because at the evening chicken-and-beer party I shared travel stories with such wonderful people and we took photos to commemorate our new friendships, and the next morning we woke up and took another photo together at Seongsan Ilchulbong at 5:30 AM to leave a memory. It was a truly, truly happy time.
©Korea gapyear
Leaving the regret of parting good acquaintances behind, I pedaled busily again and reached the ferry terminal to Udo in 10 minutes. For the second time in my life I boarded a boat and set foot on the wonderful island of Udo. I cycled around Udo''s coastal road in about two hours and had lunch at a famous restaurant called ''Kidari Ajusshi,'' where I ate a pork cutlet made with Jeju native black pork plus abalone. As a bonus, I treated myself to a draft beer for my efforts. Food after hard work tasted like honey.
Besides, with the cool sea breeze it couldn''t have been better. I wanted to stay on Udo for a day and watch the island at sunset, but since I had another schedule I reluctantly left around 12:30 and pedaled hard along the coastal roadGimnyeong Beach, Hamdeok Seoudong Beach, Samyang Black Sand Beachand after 8 hours arrived at Jeju Intercity Bus Terminal. But on the way, at Hamdeok Seoubong Beach I briefly took the wrong road and ended up on Route 1132 instead of the coastal road, where construction made it very dangerous. It was being used as a construction site with no bike lane, so I had to sneak through it and broke out in a cold sweat. You really need to be careful on this section.
Around 7 PM I finally arrived near Jeju Intercity Bus Terminal and went to find accommodation; on the fourth day I stayed at a place called Yeha Guesthouse, a five-minute walk from the terminal. This placehas staff who speak both Chinese and English, perhaps because it''s close to Jeju city and the airport,and there were many foreigners. I wanted to chat with them, but after such a tough itinerary I was so exhausted that after showering and putting a load in the free laundry I fell right asleep.
The next morning when I opened my eyes it was drizzling, and when I asked the staff they said it would rain heavily today. Phew—fortunately it was the day after finishing the bike trip, so I only had to return the bike, and I thought that was a huge relief. Otherwise it might have been dangerous to travel. Since my flight was on the morning of the 7th, I had an extra day, so I decided to visit places reachable by bus and went to Gimnyeong Maze Park and Manjanggul Cave — it was a choice I didn''t regret. Although it drizzled at times, I thought it added a relaxed atmosphere and made me feel even better.
©Korea gapyear
When people are in a good mood, everything seems to look good. LastlySeopjikoji All-in HouseI wanted to visit Seopjikoji and then go straight to Seogwipo to take the submarine, but due to the schedule I gave up Seopjikoji and headed to Seogwipo; sadly the bus took too long there as well, so I couldn''t take the submarine. Still, if I have another chance to travel to Jeju I''ll decide where to go in advance so I can make the most of it and take it all positively. Nothing can be perfect all the time.
Unfortunately, for my early-morning flight the next day I returned late to Jeju City and this time stayed at Jeju Sum Guesthouse. I arrived too late—though I had booked in advance the door was firmly closed—so I called the staff and, though it was a bit of an imposition, thankfully I was able to spend another night comfortably. Even if not everything went smoothly, things resolved without trouble and I was able to leave Jeju for Busan the next day full of happiness.
I believe a happy trip should always leave traces so it can be remembered for a long time and pulled out again and again, so now I want to post that feeling vividly on a page of my blog to help more people have happier travels. I express my gratitude to Korea Gapyear and everyone I met in Jeju for giving me healing, happiness, and a time to recharge, and I hope good things always be with them. Thank you. ^^
Was there a problem getting to the Meeting Point? How to find it:
I planned to start on September 1st, but because I applied in a hurry and it fell on the weekend I had no choice but to start on September 2nd. The bicycle rental location had recently moved from its original spot to downtown Jeju, so the address registered on Naver was different and I had the inconvenience of having to search for it again. However, the rental staff kindly gave me the correct address and explained things, so I was able to start without major difficulty.
After referring to the Gapyear program information, the things I needed more of before participating or aspects that differed from reality were:
While cycling it was not easy—due to scheduling, transportation, and personal physical condition—to visit all the destinations listed on the Korea Gapyear route. So I aimed to complete the coastal route of Jeju by bicycle, focusing on points that would leave the sights and memories unique to cycling—things you wouldn''t feel when traveling by car.
Memorable pleasant experiences (or unpleasant experiences and solutions) while participating in the Gapyear program
26 years old, a university senior on leave... what filled my head wasworries, anguish, and frustration about finding a jobI had no way to solve it and was just busy. However, after signing up for the Gapyear Jeju bicycle program and traveling alone, I didn''t give up on the unbearably hard climbs and kept going; afterward I met downhills with refreshing breezes. It made me think perhaps the place I''m in isn''t the top of the hill, and that may be why it felt so much harder and more painful. I felt that if I could overcome and endure everything like this bicycle trip, life would feel very fulfilling and happy.
And for accommodations, mainlyI used guesthouses, and communicating with the people I met there provided real healingI felt it was a moment when I could receive proper healing. On the first day I hadn''t planned accommodation and night fell, leaving me in a frustrating situation, but by chance I heard from a convenience store worker that nearby minbak had many rooms left (unlike guesthouses), and at an affordable price I was able to rest alone in a spacious place—another good experience and memory.
My personal advice on language use for the Gapyear program (pre-study methods, etc.)
The majority of foreigners I met in Jeju were Chinese, followed by English speakers. Personally I can speak Chinese but I wasn''t confident in English and worried about being asked for directions, but when I was asked and answered simply to the best of my knowledge they appreciated the kindness and we could even exchange names, which made me happy.
In this way,the most important things in language are confidence and comfort.I think so. Since we are not native English speakers, we shouldn''t expect to speak like a native; if we answer kindly within our ability and approach people, remember that you can easily make a foreign friend.
©Korea gapyear
Mis consejos como participante para futuros voluntarios sobre el alojamiento
Sin dudarecomiendo alojarse en pensiones.
Las razones son las siguientes:Primero,son económicas y, en algunos lugares, incluso ofrecen desayuno.
Segundo,muchos extranjeros también se alojan en pensiones, así que puedes presumir de las habilidades lingüísticas que has estado practicando. Además, quizá hasta acabes haciéndote amigo de ellos en Facebook.
En tercer lugar,Como la mayoría de quienes se alojan en pensiones son viajeros, suelen ser animados, y compartir destinos con otras personas te da la oportunidad de mejorar tu viaje.
En cuarto lugar,Cada pensión tiene su propio carácter, así que puedes disfrutar de sus características únicas y crear uno de los recuerdos de tu viaje. (Fiestas de barbacoa, fiestas de pollo y cerveza, meriendas con té, etc.)
Mis consejos personales para futuros voluntarios sobre las comidas
Para quienes viajan en bicicleta, el gasto de energía es considerable, así quetambién conviene picar algo entre comidas de vez en cuando.Lo recomiendo. En cuanto a las comidas, me propuse probar platos locales de Jeju una o dos veces al día, aunque costaran un poco más, y así lo hice. Además, hay muchas tiendas de conveniencia, así que durante el recorrido reponía energías comprando allí agua, bebidas, fideos instantáneos, etc. Personalmente, en un viaje en bicicleta creo que es mejor disfrutar del paisaje, sacar fotos, llevar un horario relajado y gastar principalmente en comida, en lugar de comprar recuerdos o esforzarse por visitar todos los lugares populares.
Lista de equipaje·Seguro, etc.
Artículos que olvidé / Artículos que fueron útiles
: Linterna luminosa (para prevenir accidentes de tráfico si tienes que pedalear de noche inesperadamente), linterna personal, mangas para los brazos (pedaleé tanto que me provocaron picazón), pañal o almohadilla para el trasero (si pedaleas durante mucho tiempo, te duele mucho el trasero), guantes (pueden salirte ampollas en las manos), parches y aerosol para aliviar el dolor (si no haces ejercicio con regularidad, podrías sufrir dolores musculares repentinos).
Artículos que fue práctico llevar / Artículos que causaron problemas
: Llevar demasiada ropa solo se convierte en un estorbo. Si la lavas cada día al ducharte en el alojamiento y la cuelgas, estará seca por la mañana y podrás volver a ponértela. (En su lugar, prepara ropa que se seque rápido y sea transpirable.)
©Korea gapyear
Mis consejos personales para futuros voluntarios sobre qué llevar
No se necesitan muchas cosas para un viaje en bicicleta.No recomiendo llevar comida en absoluto.En cambio, aunque cueste un poco más, es mucho mejor comprar cosas en las tiendas de conveniencia del camino para mantener las energías.
Además,la ropa debe secarse rápido y ser transpirable, y los zapatos deben ser cómodos y de secado rápido; es más práctico conseguir mapas detallados en alojamientos para viajeros, como pensiones, o en centros de información turística que en el aeropuerto.Además, si viajas en verano, el sombrero, las gafas de sol y el protector solar son absolutamente imprescindibles; las mangas para los brazos también son muy útiles. Yo no llevaba, así que me picó mucho la piel, me rasqué, se me peló y hasta me quemé un poco con el sol.
©Korea gapyear
When you''re in a good mood, it seems everything looks good. At the end I wanted to go to Seopjikoji All-in House and then head straight to Seogwipo to take the submarine, but due to the schedule I gave up Seopjikoji and went to Seogwipo; unfortunately the bus took so long that I couldn''t take the submarine either. Still, if I have another chance to visit Jeju, I''ll decide where to go in advance and accept everything positively. Nothing can be perfect all the time.
-Jeju Blue Bike trip running with the wind and dreams / Jin Jun-gyu, gap-year family gapper |
Before applying for the gap year I had already booked a flight for September 1 at 8:30 AM, so I worried about what I''d do if I was notified upon arrival that I couldn''t join the program. Fortunately, I received a confirmation call on September 2 and could participate from 4 PM, so excitedly I started my Jeju bicycle tour from near the intercity bus terminal, alternating between National Road 1132 and the coastal road.
The Jeju coast I first met was indescribably beautiful, and the coastline at dusk under the setting sun felt like the most beautiful scenery of my life. Of course, cycling takes a lot of time and you have to keep pedaling, so my thighs felt like they would split and my butt stung like being pricked by needles, butNo amount of pain could stop my determination to complete the Jeju circuit. Also, because new and wondrous Jeju scenery awaited the more I went, I couldn''t stop due to the anticipation.
However, since I hadn''t made a detailed plan and only thought about circling Jeju, I hadn''t booked accommodation for the first night. Unfortunately there were no guesthouse rooms around my planned first stay at Gwakji Gwamul Beach in the evening, and I was about to decide to sleep on the beach when, by chance, the convenience store owner I went to buy cup noodles from told me the guesthouse wasn''t getting customers. I rushed to the guesthouse, and to my surprise, though there was no room, the owner grandmother was grateful and gave me a big room for 20,000 won so I could rest comfortably alone. It was such a happy and lucky day.I thought this was one of the secret charms of travel.
So I looked forward to the rest of the itinerary, convinced that more grateful and happy things would surely follow, and on the second night''s stay I happened to lodge at Joyful Guesthouse on Hwasun Beach, whereI met another elder cyclist in his 50s who had retired from a company, and in front of the beach I received various good life advice; he said I seem to be living a really wonderful life, which was cool,and I also received the extra blessing that everything will surely work out, so I was able to end the day very, very happily. Of course the guesthouse owner was very kind, and I left on my bicycle trip filled with good memories and energy.
During this bicycle trip,the toughest section was the road from Hwasun Beach to Seogwipo World Cup Stadium,with so many climbs and headwinds even on the downhills that it all felt like uphill; it was the moment I most wanted to give up. But each time, thinking of the many challenges in my twenties to come, I clenched my teeth with the thought that I wouldn''t give up even once, endured and endured, and finally met a downhill and was rewarded with a refreshing wind as the payoff for my effort. In that moment I couldn''t help but exclaim, ''Look at that— I can be tough too!''
After more than nine hours of cycling, I arrived atthe area around Seongsan Ilchulbong (Sunrise Peak)I had a firm goal during the Jeju bike trip to climb Seongsan Ilchulbong and watch the sunrise, so no matter how long it took I decided to stay near Seongsan Ilchulbong. Finally I arrived and stayed my third night of the bike trip at Seongsan Guesthouse. Staying there was truly the greatest luck and happiness of the trip because at the evening chicken-and-beer party I shared travel stories with such wonderful people and we took photos to commemorate our new friendships, and the next morning we woke up and took another photo together at Seongsan Ilchulbong at 5:30 AM to leave a memory. It was a truly, truly happy time.
©Korea gapyear
Leaving the regret of parting good acquaintances behind, I pedaled busily again and reached the ferry terminal to Udo in 10 minutes. For the second time in my life I boarded a boat and set foot on the wonderful island of Udo. I cycled around Udo''s coastal road in about two hours and had lunch at a famous restaurant called ''Kidari Ajusshi,'' where I ate a pork cutlet made with Jeju native black pork plus abalone. As a bonus, I treated myself to a draft beer for my efforts. Food after hard work tasted like honey.
Besides, with the cool sea breeze it couldn''t have been better. I wanted to stay on Udo for a day and watch the island at sunset, but since I had another schedule I reluctantly left around 12:30 and pedaled hard along the coastal roadGimnyeong Beach, Hamdeok Seoudong Beach, Samyang Black Sand Beachand after 8 hours arrived at Jeju Intercity Bus Terminal. But on the way, at Hamdeok Seoubong Beach I briefly took the wrong road and ended up on Route 1132 instead of the coastal road, where construction made it very dangerous. It was being used as a construction site with no bike lane, so I had to sneak through it and broke out in a cold sweat. You really need to be careful on this section.
Around 7 PM I finally arrived near Jeju Intercity Bus Terminal and went to find accommodation; on the fourth day I stayed at a place called Yeha Guesthouse, a five-minute walk from the terminal. This placehas staff who speak both Chinese and English, perhaps because it''s close to Jeju city and the airport,and there were many foreigners. I wanted to chat with them, but after such a tough itinerary I was so exhausted that after showering and putting a load in the free laundry I fell right asleep.
The next morning when I opened my eyes it was drizzling, and when I asked the staff they said it would rain heavily today. Phew—fortunately it was the day after finishing the bike trip, so I only had to return the bike, and I thought that was a huge relief. Otherwise it might have been dangerous to travel. Since my flight was on the morning of the 7th, I had an extra day, so I decided to visit places reachable by bus and went to Gimnyeong Maze Park and Manjanggul Cave — it was a choice I didn''t regret. Although it drizzled at times, I thought it added a relaxed atmosphere and made me feel even better.
©Korea gapyear
When people are in a good mood, everything seems to look good. LastlySeopjikoji All-in HouseI wanted to visit Seopjikoji and then go straight to Seogwipo to take the submarine, but due to the schedule I gave up Seopjikoji and headed to Seogwipo; sadly the bus took too long there as well, so I couldn''t take the submarine. Still, if I have another chance to travel to Jeju I''ll decide where to go in advance so I can make the most of it and take it all positively. Nothing can be perfect all the time.
Unfortunately, for my early-morning flight the next day I returned late to Jeju City and this time stayed at Jeju Sum Guesthouse. I arrived too late—though I had booked in advance the door was firmly closed—so I called the staff and, though it was a bit of an imposition, thankfully I was able to spend another night comfortably. Even if not everything went smoothly, things resolved without trouble and I was able to leave Jeju for Busan the next day full of happiness.
I believe a happy trip should always leave traces so it can be remembered for a long time and pulled out again and again, so now I want to post that feeling vividly on a page of my blog to help more people have happier travels. I express my gratitude to Korea Gapyear and everyone I met in Jeju for giving me healing, happiness, and a time to recharge, and I hope good things always be with them. Thank you. ^^
Was there a problem getting to the Meeting Point? How to find it:
I planned to start on September 1st, but because I applied in a hurry and it fell on the weekend I had no choice but to start on September 2nd. The bicycle rental location had recently moved from its original spot to downtown Jeju, so the address registered on Naver was different and I had the inconvenience of having to search for it again. However, the rental staff kindly gave me the correct address and explained things, so I was able to start without major difficulty.
After referring to the Gapyear program information, the things I needed more of before participating or aspects that differed from reality were:
While cycling it was not easy—due to scheduling, transportation, and personal physical condition—to visit all the destinations listed on the Korea Gapyear route. So I aimed to complete the coastal route of Jeju by bicycle, focusing on points that would leave the sights and memories unique to cycling—things you wouldn''t feel when traveling by car.
Memorable pleasant experiences (or unpleasant experiences and solutions) while participating in the Gapyear program
26 years old, a university senior on leave... what filled my head wasworries, anguish, and frustration about finding a jobI had no way to solve it and was just busy. However, after signing up for the Gapyear Jeju bicycle program and traveling alone, I didn''t give up on the unbearably hard climbs and kept going; afterward I met downhills with refreshing breezes. It made me think perhaps the place I''m in isn''t the top of the hill, and that may be why it felt so much harder and more painful. I felt that if I could overcome and endure everything like this bicycle trip, life would feel very fulfilling and happy.
And for accommodations, mainlyI used guesthouses, and communicating with the people I met there provided real healingI felt it was a moment when I could receive proper healing. On the first day I hadn''t planned accommodation and night fell, leaving me in a frustrating situation, but by chance I heard from a convenience store worker that nearby minbak had many rooms left (unlike guesthouses), and at an affordable price I was able to rest alone in a spacious place—another good experience and memory.
My personal advice on language use for the Gapyear program (pre-study methods, etc.)
The majority of foreigners I met in Jeju were Chinese, followed by English speakers. Personally I can speak Chinese but I wasn''t confident in English and worried about being asked for directions, but when I was asked and answered simply to the best of my knowledge they appreciated the kindness and we could even exchange names, which made me happy.
In this way,the most important things in language are confidence and comfort.I think so. Since we are not native English speakers, we shouldn''t expect to speak like a native; if we answer kindly within our ability and approach people, remember that you can easily make a foreign friend.
©Korea gapyear
Mis consejos como participante para futuros voluntarios sobre el alojamiento
Sin dudarecomiendo alojarse en pensiones.
Las razones son las siguientes:Primero,son económicas y, en algunos lugares, incluso ofrecen desayuno.
Segundo,muchos extranjeros también se alojan en pensiones, así que puedes presumir de las habilidades lingüísticas que has estado practicando. Además, quizá hasta acabes haciéndote amigo de ellos en Facebook.
En tercer lugar,Como la mayoría de quienes se alojan en pensiones son viajeros, suelen ser animados, y compartir destinos con otras personas te da la oportunidad de mejorar tu viaje.
En cuarto lugar,Cada pensión tiene su propio carácter, así que puedes disfrutar de sus características únicas y crear uno de los recuerdos de tu viaje. (Fiestas de barbacoa, fiestas de pollo y cerveza, meriendas con té, etc.)
Mis consejos personales para futuros voluntarios sobre las comidas
Para quienes viajan en bicicleta, el gasto de energía es considerable, así quetambién conviene picar algo entre comidas de vez en cuando.Lo recomiendo. En cuanto a las comidas, me propuse probar platos locales de Jeju una o dos veces al día, aunque costaran un poco más, y así lo hice. Además, hay muchas tiendas de conveniencia, así que durante el recorrido reponía energías comprando allí agua, bebidas, fideos instantáneos, etc. Personalmente, en un viaje en bicicleta creo que es mejor disfrutar del paisaje, sacar fotos, llevar un horario relajado y gastar principalmente en comida, en lugar de comprar recuerdos o esforzarse por visitar todos los lugares populares.
Lista de equipaje·Seguro, etc.
Artículos que olvidé / Artículos que fueron útiles
: Linterna luminosa (para prevenir accidentes de tráfico si tienes que pedalear de noche inesperadamente), linterna personal, mangas para los brazos (pedaleé tanto que me provocaron picazón), pañal o almohadilla para el trasero (si pedaleas durante mucho tiempo, te duele mucho el trasero), guantes (pueden salirte ampollas en las manos), parches y aerosol para aliviar el dolor (si no haces ejercicio con regularidad, podrías sufrir dolores musculares repentinos).
Artículos que fue práctico llevar / Artículos que causaron problemas
: Llevar demasiada ropa solo se convierte en un estorbo. Si la lavas cada día al ducharte en el alojamiento y la cuelgas, estará seca por la mañana y podrás volver a ponértela. (En su lugar, prepara ropa que se seque rápido y sea transpirable.)
©Korea gapyear
Mis consejos personales para futuros voluntarios sobre qué llevar
No se necesitan muchas cosas para un viaje en bicicleta.No recomiendo llevar comida en absoluto.En cambio, aunque cueste un poco más, es mucho mejor comprar cosas en las tiendas de conveniencia del camino para mantener las energías.
Además,la ropa debe secarse rápido y ser transpirable, y los zapatos deben ser cómodos y de secado rápido; es más práctico conseguir mapas detallados en alojamientos para viajeros, como pensiones, o en centros de información turística que en el aeropuerto.Además, si viajas en verano, el sombrero, las gafas de sol y el protector solar son absolutamente imprescindibles; las mangas para los brazos también son muy útiles. Yo no llevaba, así que me picó mucho la piel, me rasqué, se me peló y hasta me quemé un poco con el sol.
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conoce a gente nueva,
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