I ❤️ South Korea - Hongdae - 04/22/2014


A Purr-fect Pause: My Godabang Hongdae Adventure
 
We're in Hongdae, Seoul, fresh off a serious bout of window shopping. My wallet is still intact, and I'm buzzing with that post-shopping high. Our next mission? A cat cafe! We had our hearts set on a specific place, but unfortunately, it was closed. Cue a minor meltdown (okay, maybe a major one for a second), quickly followed by a triumphant "Let's find another one!"
 
Luckily, Seoul boasts tons of amazing cat cafes, and we weren't about to let a closed door ruin our furry fun. We stumbled upon a gem – Godabang Hongdae – a spacious haven for both caffeine addicts and cat lovers. The best part? Entry was free! All we had to do was buy a drink – a small price to pay for an hour of pure feline bliss.
 
Before we could unleash our inner crazy cat ladies, though, there was a bit of pre-game prep. Sanitizing our hands was a must (hygiene is key!), and then came the slightly less glamorous task of ditching our shoes. But hey, who needs shoes when you're about to cuddle with a bunch of adorable fluffballs?
 
Once inside, we found a comfy spot and ordered drinks. I have to say, the beverages were surprisingly delicious – a welcome treat after all that shopping. Godabang Hongdae itself was surprisingly spacious, considering the popularity of cat cafes in Seoul. The crowd was small, which meant plenty of kitty cuddles to go around.
 
And then, the main event: the cats! Oh my goodness, the cats! There were cats of all shapes, sizes, and personalities. Some were sprawled out in sunbeams, completely unbothered by our presence. Others were zooming around, batting at toys, and generally being adorable little chaos agents.
 
I spent a good hour getting lost in a sea of purrs and soft fur. Some cats were happy to snuggle up and receive endless head scratches, while others preferred to observe from a distance. I even managed to get a few playful swats from a particularly energetic kitten – it was all in good fun, of course! The atmosphere was so relaxed and peaceful that I almost fell asleep myself! It was the perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of Hongdae.
 
After an hour of feline-induced relaxation, it was time to say goodbye to our new furry friends. Leaving Godabang Hongdae, I felt completely refreshed and recharged. It was the perfect break from our shopping spree, a chance to connect with some incredibly cute creatures, and a reminder that sometimes, the best things in life are simple – a warm drink, a soft cat, and a moment of peace.
 
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