11/21 Honeymoon

DIALOG>> How was your honeymoon?

How was your honeymoon?

It was amazing.

Did you take a lot of pictures?

You bet! We did a lot of sightseeing.


RESPONSE>> Talk about honeymoons Korean newly-weds go on.

Some Korean newlyweds go to different parts of Korea for their honeymoon.
* newlywed: 신혼부부
ex> This romantic restaurant is popular among newlyweds.

The most popular domestic spot would probably be Jeju Island.
* domestic spot: 국내 지역
ex> The best domestic spot for summer vacation is probably Busan.

There are others who choose to go to overseas locations.
ex> I heard the movie was shot in overseas locations.

There are many honeymoon package deals that travel agencies offer.
* honeymoon package deals: 신혼여행 패키지 상품
ex> Which one is the cheapest honeymoon package deal?

Soime of the top destinations among Korean couples are Phuket, Bali, and Hawaii.

This is different from the US where many go to hot spots in Europe.
* hot spot: 인기지역, 분쟁지역, slang>club

Places like Paris, Venice, and Florence top the list for Americans.
* top the list: 가장 순위가 높다.
ex> This dish tops the list when it comes to Chinese food.

When they come back from their honeymoon, Korean couple spend the first night at the wife's parents' place and the following night at the husband's parents' place.
ex> If it gets too late you can just spend the night at my house.


@ Why don't you look it up in an encyclopedia?  백과사전에서 찾아보는 게 어때?

1. I was jealous of newlyweds enjoying their honeymoons in Hawaii.
2. Can you recommend me some good domestic spots for hiking?
3. I'm looking for some good overseas location for my backpacking trip.
4. Who topped the list for the popularity contest?