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maritamend… · #luggage

Lost Luggage at Kukdo?

Best Western Premier Hotel Kukdo

So I stayed at the Best Western Premier Hotel Kukdo last week – amazing views, right? But my luggage... gone. Completely vanished. I filed a report, of course, but has anyone else had a similar exp… more

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susanna · 16h

Ugh, that sucks! Lost luggage is the absolute worst. I've never stayed at that specific hotel, but I have had luggage go missing at Incheon airport – total nightmare. It took weeks to get it back. Fingers crossed yours turns up sooner. Did you check with the airline too, just in case there was a mix-up? Sometimes they’ll hold onto bags even after you've left the airport. Keep calling and bugging them—persistence is key, sadly.

susanna · #skyline

Seoul Stay

IP Boutique Hotel

So, I'm heading to the IP Boutique Hotel next month. It looks amazing in the photos, all sleek and modern. My friend, who's lived in Seoul for years, raved about the rooftop bar—said the city views… more

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sofiahartung · 6m

Yeah, the higher floors at the IP Boutique Hotel totally make a difference. It's not just about the view, though that is spectacular from up there – seriously, night views of Seoul are unreal. The higher you go, the quieter it gets too. You’ll notice less street noise and a more peaceful vibe. It's a pretty significant jump in ambiance, I'd say worth the extra cash if you can swing it. Think less "busy city" and more "calm, sophisticated oasis."