I COULDN’T BELIEVE IT! Being A Foreigner In China VS Korea, Horror Stories and Tips

I have lived in Pyeongtaek, S Korea for over a year and yes, I agree it’s hard to make friends. The locals are friendly and I have met many Koreans that speak fluent English, but they’re not going to invite me over for dinner. Or introduce me to their friends and family. Everything is very surface level. I’m Puerto Rican, btw. Brown skin with curly hair.

Honestly, it’s exhausting being black. Your existence is constantly questioned. It’s like you can’t just be. Anyway I love your positivity, glad I found your channel

I felt that,"I wanna live somewhere where I am not a minority", ME TOO SIS

I want to work in Japan for a while but I just know I’m going to get homesick as soon as I get there. I’m from Jamaica and I love the fact that I can say I have never had to worry about the social experiences that I have being race related and to go from that to being a total minority, alien even, is absolutely scary. Even when I travel to the US I’m instantly on guard because of my skin despite America being such a diverse country. I’m trying my best to not talk myself out of the experience though.

Omg Princess thank you so much for bringing up the thing about the portrayal of Africa. I’ve only been here for 6 months but I’ve seen so many ads and even in the English textbooks for my middle schoolers, the only representation of Africa is poverty. And it reminds me of growing up in America and constantly seeing charity organizations have hours upon hours of images of poor African children. And it’s so infuriating to see this same propaganda as an adult in Korea. But I’m making it a point to educate my students. We’re still on break but when we go back to school I plan on having lessons on African geography and culture and giving them a glimpse into the diversity that exists on the continent. Sorry for the mini rant but thank you so much for bringing it up. I love your videos and thank you for this comparison it was really interesting to watch 💞

The picture taking (without permission) and touching people- i would just feel so dehumanized? At least I believe I would feel that way. Especially from what I've heard from some YouTubers that live(d) in China about what goes on after those pictures are taken. Some people don't even ask for permission like you said. And sadly it seems some people let them do that and (even though they should think every person will have different boundaries) apply it to every black woman, or person. It's crazy. Definitely seems like a nice place, but I would not feel great visiting by myself especially since I'm more introverted. And something to mention, there is definitely a sense of superiority that some Koreans (probably many) seem to have towards 'lesser-developed' countries, I had been watching a couple of this girl and a guy, and she was from a smaller country in Europe (not any of the big well-known ones) and he was korean. And it was mentioned that the guy's mother looked down on her because of her country, she thought the girl liked her son for his money or something like that.... I was so shocked. Anyways... You look amazing miss girl!

Some of you have asked me to talk about my experience in China so I hope this is insightful✨

This was an interesting comparison. I’ve often heard that communication is easier in China but interesting to hear how different it is in Korea. After watching your videos I certainly want to visit Busan at some point

He deserved that reaction tbh. I’ve done the same before. Don’t touch ppl! Thanks for sharing your experiences 🙌🏾 I wanna visit Beijing now too, I appreciate that treatment at the hotel.

Thank you for sharing your experiences. I appreciate how clearly and honestly you broke down your travel adventures between the countries.

Its so interesting to hear your stories! I am even moreso grateful of the deeper level of friendships that I was able to build in China with the locals.

Great advice. 👍🏻 Thank you for the video & sharing your experiences. 🙂

Thank you so much for this video sis, it really goes a long way in preparing someone like me who also wants to move to Asia for a bit. I love that you don't act as though everything is great while also showing us how to make the most of the experience. The advice about being assertive honey👌🏾

I loved this topic! I bet You will have so many stories to tell your grandchildren ahaha, for me you are a real role model when it comes to traveling (also as a black woman). Like going to a bar ALONE, in china and having a drink at a bar?! Wow thats so cool i could never but maybe some day!! I’m so glad you are really living your life rn. It shows that you have experienced a lot. You are literally glowing. The things you said abt how Koreans view Africans and black people in general gives me the ick im sorry. It‘s not all of them but its literally the one thing abt Korea i find most problematic. Such a develops country but not quit informed when it comes to other cultures .. idk.. i guess its a very homogeneous country. In contrast its funny how they put white people on a pedestal ..

He violated you, you gave him the equivalent 🤷🏾‍♀ men assulting women 100% merits physical violence and that's that on that

Aww, well all good things must come to an end eventually. I'm happy that wherever you are, you use that as an opportunity for self-growth. Looking forward to my study abroad experience this summer in Taiwan!!

Visit Toronto Canada I’m sure you’ll love the diversity, a blend of cultures and the opportunities to enjoy all the cultures, it can literally feel like you wake up in a different country each day.

I went to Beijing in 2012 and it was so amazing! Everyone was so nice and welcoming. They definitely stared more at us when we went to tourist places like the Summer Palace and stuff. But definitely going back and always wanted to go to Shanghai and Hong Kong.

I love this video so much! 💗💗

This was such a good video. You are so elegant. I wish you every happiness wherever you go next. It was really interesting listening about the countries you visited. ❤️🇬🇧