Korea Electronics Show 2012

Korea Electronics Show 2012 KINTEX
9 October to 12 October

Well this week I am reaching into the archives to bring you the 2012 Korea Electronics Expo which was held back in October.

Yes as I said last week I did go to G-Star but with my hectic life as it is I have yet to suitably edit my pictures so I will be bringing you G-Star 2012 next week ^^.

The Korea Electronics Expo showcases all the up and coming innovations from the leading technology companies in Korea. From kitchen appliances, vacuum cleaners, cameras, flat panel TV's and computer equipment it was all there as well as some exciting little inventions. I liked the photo printers that were on display as well as the many 3D TV's and a unique TV that can show 2 pictures simultaneously (picture below).

There were also some product girls with Samsung capturing most of them for their displays.

So here is what you could see this year. Maybe you might be interested to visit next years event ^^.































Ok, so next week I will bring you coverage of G-Star 2012 ^^.

Until then if you are in Seoul this week head on over  to COEX for the Toy and Game Show and the International Stationery Fair! See you there ^^  !!

Have a great week! ^^

Naminara Republic (Nami Island) & Seonyodo Park

Naminara Republic (Nami Island)
Seonyudo Park

It is now well into Autumn or Fall and its a great time to get out and take some pictures of the changing colours of the season.

A few months ago I had some time to visit Seonyudo Park in Seoul city. It is a small island in the midst of the Han river containing an aquatic park full of wildlife and a lovely walking track around the island. The pictures below of course were taken near the end of summer so now perhaps you could see many reds, oranges and yellows on the island now. ^^ Here is a link for you:
http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_1_1_1.jsp?cid=264614

Directions

Take subway line 2 to Dangsan Station and go out of Exit # 1 >> Take bus #605, 6623, 6631, 6632, 6633 and get off at Hanshin Apt. >> Cross over Seonyudo Bridge  Take subway line 2 or 6 to Hapjeong Station, Exit # 8) >> Take bus #604, 5712, 6712, 6716 and get off at Hanshin Apt. >> Cross over Seonyudo Bridge

Last week I was fortunate to visit the famous Island of the Naminara Republic or Nami Island. The small island is about 60km from Seoul and has many features, animals, restaurants, cafes and places to stay on the island. At the moment it is the perfect season for Autumn pictures of bright and vibrant colours of nature. There are a few animals still on the island but I could imagine that spring might be the best season to start seeing all sorts of birds and other animals. Here is a link with more information for you and some pictures:

http://www.korea4expats.com/article-nami-island-korea.html















Well there are a couple of things for you to fill your weekend with. ^^ If you are in Busan this weekend be sure to head on over to BEXCO for G-Star the international gaming expo, I will be there so watch out next week for my report of the goings on there. ^^

Until next time have a great week! ^^

Seoul Fashion Week 2012 & Busan Toy Museum

Seoul Fashion Week 2012
Busan Toy Museum

Last week I was lucky enough to spend a few hours on Thursday at the Seoul Fashion Week 2012 which was held at the War Memorial Museum in Seoul.

The event went on for a week where the public could witness the fall and winter designs of many designers. There were several shows a day and you could purchase tickets for each individual show which lasted for around 15 to 20 minutes each.

I managed to stick around for 2 shows and took some pictures of the latest fashion styles.

Lets have a look at what was on display:













On Saturday we traveled to Busan for a rather wet day unfortunately :( The plan was to see the fireworks show but due to the rain it was delayed until Sunday... oh well I guess I will see it some other time.

However I did visit Haeundae beach and the Busan Toy Museum Address for the museum: (Songjeong-dong 312-10, Haeundae-gu, Busan, Busan 612-040)

The museum consists of about 5 or 6 floors and has a cafe at the top where you can sit and look out at the ocean. There are various levels starting with movie or tv figures moving up to the next level of planes and automobiles and carrying on up to soft toys and miniature collectibles of all sorts. Price of admission is a little expensive being around 8,000 won for an adult and about 6,000 won for a child.

Well here are some pictures and the slideshow:



















So as I mentioned before we visited the beach. Usually Haeundae beach is crowded in the summer but now it is open and free to all people and seagulls. Here are a couple of pics from the beach:









Well that all for this week. Join me again next week for another adventure! ^^ Until then have a great week! ^^

Osan Airshow 2012 and the Black Eagles

Osan Airshow October 20 and 21 2012
The Black Eagles

So as promised I went down to Osan on Saturday to see the airshow at the Osan American Airforce Base.

The long trip began on the subway and continued on the shuttle bus and then I had to line up for a while to get in. Being a foreigner in Korea I was taken away and had some documents filled out and pictures taken before I could enter the airforce base.

While I was waiting in line some A-10's and F16's took off from the base and flew overhead. It was all excitement from the very beginning. ^^

Getting into the event the crowd was met with static displays of aircraft including a C-130, F15, F16, F4, F5, and many others including the F22!

Moving further down the base there were helicopters on display and an A-10. The event had many eating stands offering all types of BBQ food made by the staff and families of the airforce. I had a taco and it was strange to taste a foreign style BBQ flavour which I have not had for over 2 years now. ^^

The airshow got off to a start around 11:30 with the U2 Take off and then continued there after every 15 minutes with a new air display. here is the time table so you get the idea:

0900:    Gates Open
1100:    Opening Remarks
1105:    National Anthem/Jumpers
1132:    U-2 Takeoff
1140:    F-16 Flyby
1143:    A-10 Flyby
1145:    U-2 Flyby
1150:    Ground Performance (KAPA Drummers/KAPA Dancers)
1215:    C-17 Demonstration
1230:    KT-1 Demonstration
1245:    T-50 Demonstration
1300:    F-15K Demonstration
1315:    F-16 Demonstration
1330:    Ground Performance (Military Working Dog Demo)
1400:    Black Eagle Demonstration
1450:    CSAR Demonstration
1530:    Ground Performance (8th Army Band/ AFOC Honor Guard + Band) 

I took around 2,000 photos for the day and discovered that I badly needed to get my image sensor cleaned as you can see from the spots on my video footage :( However I got that done this week at a Canon store and it cost me 10,000 won so I was quite happy. ^^

This airshow is held once a year so if you get the chance definitely go because you wont be able to see many of these aircraft anywhere else in the world. ^^

Anyway lets check out some pictures and video footage of the show:








































Ok well that it for another week. Be sure to check out Robot World at KINTEX this week it starts Thursday and finishes Sunday (28th October).

Until next time... have a great week! I will be bringing you more exciting things next week! ^^