things didn't go as planned | a few days in my life in seoul, korea VLOG

Hi everyone! Here's just a few days of my life here in Seoul trying to take advantage of this amazing autumn weather :) Things didn't exactly go as planned but I had a lovely time regardless (just wish my teahouse was still here ㅠㅠ) Hope you're all doing well wherever you are in the world! Sending love as always!
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Moon Bird Only Thinks of the Moon Tea House (now closed)
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[@DianeC1975]

You have a good eye when you're filming things. I just find it all so interesting. Love your stuff kiddo. 👍

[@caricakes]

thank you so very much!

[@vch2511]

I have a really hard time at the moment, struggling a lot with social anxiety and depression but whenever I see a video of yours, I get encouraged to go outside. Thank u cari for all these great videos

[@caricakes]

You just have to take everything one day and sometimes even one hour at a time! Hope your day keeps looking up and go easy on yourself 🥰

[@Scotchgrey]

Same here!! she really is an inspiration we can do it together!

[@LosZetasUno]

Seoul makes NYC and Chicago look like quaint farming villages in your videos! You showcase the city so well!

[@caricakes]

hahah thats what kurt said about nyc! its a 'small town' LOL

[@joseetelfer3299]

Seoul's got some great bakeries and cafes!

[@caricakes]

it really does! when i first came here, good bread was hard to find but now the bakery scene is amazing!

[@gummybearlesbianmafia]

Ohh these libraries sound super cool, the design one is beautiful. That art installment with the waves was amazing, for some reason just wanted to lay down on the floor and watch it. I'm sorry your favorite tea house was closed. It's always hard losing the places we love.

[@caricakes]

i cant wait to see the other libraries!! and yessss i wish we had a little more time in there to enjoy it but im glad they could let so many people in to experience the exhibit at least :)

[@user-kw9vw3rv1s]

One day I'm gonna still go to Korea just to LIVE the beauty that you put in your videos! They make me feel so alive and happy

[@caricakes]

😍🙏🙏🙏 i hope it happens soon!!

[@user-kw9vw3rv1s]

@@caricakes same!! hahaha

[@gabbymartinez9113]

As a college student who is constantly stressed (TM) , I feel like your videos take me away from my test anxiety, stress, study procrastination, etc. so Thank you!! I always feel so much better after taking the time to enjoy your vlogs :)

[@caricakes]

Glad i can help a little! Hope things get a little easier to manage and I’m sending you strength 💕💕💕

[@celw6157]

Loveeeee!! So happy you are back to posting again. Missed you when you took a short break but understandably so 💞

[@caricakes]

thank you!! i missed you all too :')

[@alyshaabdullah06]

The kid who touched the wall during the waves thingy 😂😂😂

[@caricakes]

he was killing me hahahhaha

[@Soothyourminds]

Omg, curious as a cat

[@cecileguilloton]

Thank you for your lovely vlogs ! I really enjoy discovering Korea with you. The music, the places you visit, the food, the books, everything is beautiful and interesting in your videos ! Love from France ❤️

[@caricakes]

Thank you so much! Hope youre staying safe over there!

[@cecileguilloton]

@@caricakes thank you ! We are fine here, getting used to live and work with masks (I'm a teacher !) but restaurants and bars are going to be closed in big cities... Stay safe too !

[@plushmond3955]

the Hyundai card music library is were bts filmed a performance recently! just had to think of that when u mentioned it :) it's so sad that the tea house closed, the same thing is happening in my city bc of covid.

[@caricakes]

Ohhh how cool!!! And hopefully cities everywhere recover soon 🙏

[@bigbagkaro8964]

Your vlogs are always so peaceful. I could watch them all day everyday

[@caricakes]

thank you :')

[@frankrogerbuaroy1779]

Nice vlog.I started watching your videos 3 weeks ago.I find you a sweet person with a lot of personality.I really liked the vlog from Oslo and Kopenhagen.I am a norwegian,a curious soul.Like to explore different lifestyles and cultures.And I find human beings interesting.Keep up the good work Cari!

[@caricakes]

Thank you so much!

[@sannrise9986]

Cari, so wonderful to see you exploring Seoul again. Your videos are so aesthetically appealing and such an instant mood-lifter. Your videos make quarantine a lot more bearable . Thank you for posting and vicariously taking me on multiple adventures

[@caricakes]

Thank you for coming along with me on these little adventures hehe happy to be your virtual covid travel partner!!

[@Bonecuddles_]

You’re always looking at the bright side of things and I really admire that about you. For someone like me with bad anxiety the smallest things going wrong send me in a spiral. I enjoyed this video so much!

[@redshoesandchoices]

your vlogs always make me want to go back to Korea but because of this pandemic I content myself with "someday when this is over"....for the meantime will be going over with your old videos...thank you so much Cari....i am really happy even blessed that you are finally back.....

[@caricakes]

cant wait for you to come see korea again with your own eyes!! happy to be a virtual guide until then haha

[@nairita9652]

why is every single place in South Korea so picturesque! Each and every place looks like it came straight out of a movie! ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL.

[@piiwamasucol3256]

It didn’t go as planned but it still ended so nicely! So crazy to think that Seoul never runs out of aesthetically pleasing spots. Also, I can relate with you on the “vicks + tea” part! 😃

[@caricakes]

hhahah thanks for coming along for the ride!

[@coi_clouds1]

❤️ I always wait for your post 😍 I missed you and Korea! Thank you for another virtual adventure!

[@caricakes]

Thanks for coming along 🥰

[@asisn.4490]

Good Morning Cari ! ✨🤍 back on our sunday business again ✨🌿🍂🍓 Happy Sunday everyone.🦋

[@caricakes]

good morning^^ hope the end of your weekend is lovely!

[@user-oi3qx8qq8e]

늘 보던 거리인데 여유로워 보이고 따뜻한 일상이 담겨있어서 볼 때마다 저도 마음이 편해지는 것 같아요:) Love u cari

[@caricakes]

💖💖💖

[@RM-gm3rw]

Happy to see you back after the lil (needed) hiatus

[@caricakes]

glad i can help hahah i actually started this channel so i didnt mope at home so its a mutual feeling hahahah

[@hk-tw6pm]

Loved this video soo much! Cari wondering around Seoul in a beautiful autumn weather!!!😃

[@caricakes]

hehehe thank you!!

[@Val-bk1ew]

I LOVE your videos and energy so much^^❤️ They bring me so much joy 🤣 I’m going to Korea this February for school and now I feel much more calm about it?? Anyways thank you 😊

[@caricakes]

gahhhhh you're going to have so much fun!! and thank YOU!

[@muffit22]

I went to Korea earlier this year with some friends (I'm from Australia and luckily got to go before COVID hit), but we were taken to this tea shop by our Korean friend and we absolutely adored it! Some of the best tea we have ever had so we were all so shocked and devastated to see this video and know its closed, so sad! But thank you for the lovely adventure video!

[@caricakes]

it was seriously the loveliest place ahhh! i hope they're just moving or doing something else :'( glad you got to experience it!!

[@isabelleocampo]

The whole aesthetic and the vibe of this video is so relaxing and therapeutic. Soo calming for me. I hope one day I can visit these places too. I love museums and anything bout the Arts. Love this kind of videos. Thanks for sharing. 🥰✨ Also, I learned that even though you didn’t go to the places you planned but it all went pretty well and what’s important is you had a lovely day and enjoyed the sun, art and breath fresh air. Those simple things are treasures. ✨👌🏼💯

[@caricakes]

Thanks for coming along with me until you can see it yourself 🥰

[@KristaWasHere86]

I hope I could visit Seoul once this pandemic is over 🙏

[@caricakes]

i hope you can too!

[@carolineb5394]

when I was happily going to my favorite café in 문래, I had exact same expression as you, my heart was broken because they clooooosed :( I can feel the sadness

[@caricakes]

Its the worst feeling 😭😭😭

[@gadisra6115]

i love this episode! the beginning of the Autumn Season is so soo Nice Day, the weather, always beautiful, and i always love how to you discover nice place in Seoul, thank you so much for this video, feels like holiday to from here, thank you,,

[@caricakes]

Its my favorite time of year 🥰 and thank you!!

[@asmrallison]

i love the songs she picks

[@caricakes]

the first song is my favorite for this one!!

[@yourmother1859]

okay i’m so glad that you’re back because you are so talented at making the simplest things look so beautiful. you’re the only youtuber i know that can do that so i’m so happy you’re back!!!!

[@Camille.onyoutube]

FROM FIRST TO LAST! And MCR! We have similar taste ❤️ they were my jams in HS, and occasionally still listen and love the nostalgia and still remember all the words 😂

[@caricakes]

YES! they weren't just a phase :')

[@afacelessreader]

Your ability not to dwell on hiccups when out and about is so inspiring lol I would’ve thrown a tantrum and gone home as soon as my phone was acting out 😭

[@caricakes]

😂😂😂 I’m far too stubborn to give up on my to do list hahahha

[@trellbell]

Thats so sad about the Cafe. Thank you for taking us along with you. Your vlogs/videos give me a lot of great mental notes for my trip to SK.

[@caricakes]

I hope the owners are doing okay 🙏🙏🙏 and thanks for coming along!!

[@ngeowngeow]

Your videos always relaxes and inspire me at the same time, which is rare because when things or ideas inspire me i usually get anxious and pressured which isn't a favorite feeling of mine. So thank you for sharing your journeys, it helps a lot 🖤

[@caricakes]

im so glad!! thanks for coming along :) and i feel you on the anxiety-inspiration thing. it's like our brains move too fast and our bodies are like 'wait wait slow down' or at least that's how it is for me! sending you love!!

[@alytea8213]

When you said “it’s all kinds of messed up” I said “yeah just like 2020” 😅 Lovely vlog though, enjoyed it as always!

[@caricakes]

😂 thank you!

[@hannahlise9120]

Beautiful early autumn vlog, just the medicine I needed 🥰 love the views of the sweet little side streets drenched in sunlight

[@brittanywaynestilphen4685]

So happy to see you again! I appreciate your blogs and the break from the world. Thank you!

[@caricakes]

Thank you so much 🙏

[@barbaracrt]

Cari I love your videos....they always get me in such a good mood! ♥️♥️

[@akim953]

I love your channel All your videos really gives off good vibes >< I've been watching your videos for years while learning English ( haha one of reasons to watch ) and I hope you continually post a lot of daily videos! Have a nice day!

[@thenanlife1141]

Love your vloggs .. so interesting and informative as I love travelling and experiencing new cultures !! Thank you for taking me on your travels xxx

[@KodyandHailey]

i love all the songs you play on your videos. such a relaxing vibe everytime I binge-watch. :)

[@eckligt]

Losing access to the maps on your phone is a blessing in disguise. Having to orient yourself and navigate without the use of electronic devices really yields a different way of relating to one's surroundings, you end up applying lateral thinking and intelligence to getting to your destination. What I often like doing is spend some time before going out looking at a map (and Street View if needed) of where I need to go, making mental notes of easily recognizable features in the vicinity, and of which streets go in which directions, etc, and then avoid looking at maps when I've actually started moving. I firmly think this is good for one's brain.

[@S_KMKim]

btw ur hair looks amazing cari!!!

[@wonderjane997]

your videos have always been aesthetically very pleasing

[@heyyyjyzieee531]

the way you make the video more interesting 😩❤️

[@hi_itsll]

I loved that little teahouse! I hope its not gone forever

[@caricakes]

me too 🥺

[@suzansim8002]

Absolutely love the moments you capture! Love Korea at this time of the year :)

[@caricakes]

thank you! autumn in korea is the best!

[@victoriaorozco5070]

16:24 Oh the memories! I used to listen to that FFTL song all the time in my emo teenage years! A classic! Also that design library was stunning, and that art installment... Forever taking notes on all the amazing you show us. Glad you’re back! ❤️

[@caricakes]

Yessss 🤘🤘🤘 and thanks for watching 🥰

[@Abby-jd4mh]

Ugh your videos bring me such joy ✨ I’m so happy you’re back ! 🥺

[@caricakes]

🥺 thank you!

[@denisemariebear]

Glad to see you back. Love the video and I have been loving your book channel too 😊

[@caricakes]

Thank you so much!!!

[@eliseruiz8922]

So happy to see you back! Also, we all see how much you've improved as a person. So be proud of yourself and keep doing what you love. (And also what we love... Ur vlogs are great.)

[@caricakes]

thank you so much!

[@heyyyjyzieee531]

everything in korea is just so pleasing and aesthetic 🥺

[@emmahawking922]

wow, one of the best vlogs of Seoul .. keep going darling can't wait for the next

[@lizabulgakova7369]

It was so calming and lovely) Thank you so much for the video!

[@kurls81]

That tea cafe place was so pretty..the inlays in the door and wall were just gorgeous 😍 Also side note I feel you on that spiral staircase omg!

[@caricakes]

Agreed! I love the mother of pearl inlay 😍

[@junvirata]

Your videos are the only videos that make me smile these days. I really want to go back to Seoul when this pandemic is over and hope to see you! God bless you Cari! Much love from the Philippines! 💜💜💜

[@leticiac7958]

That “Uuurrggh 😩” feeling when finding your favorite place being closed permanently is so relatable!! 😭

[@caricakes]

😭😭😭

[@moralopez3213]

such a lovely vlog!! loved it!

[@caricakes]

thank you so much :')

[@simply-fiona]

How lovely! I suddenly feel homesick... I love Seoul. I miss Korea so much. 🥺

[@caricakes]

Hope you can come back soon 🙏🙏🙏

[@waterwitch8902]

I love when you said your going to focus on where ever your going. It sounds so much like my days when things don't go as planned. Plus it always seems to be on days like thar it becomes a quest to get food. Lol stay happy healthy and safe. Blessed be

[@caricakes]

exactly!! food is often the most important destination hahah stay safe too~

[@MasterXeefu]

I always enjoy the music you choose for your videos. Something new to me every time.

[@caricakes]

glad you enjoy!!!

[@najyaindra2292]

YESSS can't wait to watch this after dealing with uni stuff 😍

[@caricakes]

heheh best of luck!!

[@Hey_Ria]

Lovely vlog, and there are always days were nothing goes as planned but those are sometimes the most unexpectedly good days! Also the flashback to the first abandoned cafe... Oh my heart! I remember watching that video and I felt like I had lost that cafe. Another thing, as a kid I LOVED circular staircases, yet now as an adult I feel uneasy on them; not really scared but...yeah, avoided when possible :)

[@caricakes]

i always like the look of those staircases but when it comes to climbing them...no thank you ahhahah

[@rachelizabeth331]

it is literally so beautiful there! thanks for showing us around!!

[@caricakes]

thanks for coming along!!

[@myheartisinjapan3184]

Your videos always brighten my day so much, Cari. Thank you, it’s been tough lately. I just ordered your beautiful necklace from Ana Luisa to brighten my life a little. I’m so in love with it, especially the black side of the necklace. Xx

[@caricakes]

Hope things get a little easier soon 💕 and thank you! The black side is my favorite too 🥰

[@crizcavalcante2575]

so sweet the men stood observing the poultry

[@caricakes]

😂🐥

[@tatiana-pl6rg]

Can’t sleep..what a peaceful blessing this is 🍃🌧

[@caricakes]

😊😊😊

[@Pabxie]

Your videos are SOOO calming for me!! Like they just make me so happy~ thank you so muchh😭💖

[@caricakes]

thank YOU so much!!!

[@Pabxie]

cari cakes no problem!!:3

[@Grace-dg4fb]

I love your taste in music!!! Also, your vlogs inspire me to travel (locally and internationally) and see new places and try new things 😍

[@caricakes]

thank you!!! that makes me so happy 💖

[@freddidavis7102]

Tea and Vick’s Vapor Rub cures everything! 😄👍☕️

[@caricakes]

100% 😂

[@analuisaconstantinodossant7986]

Can say enough how chill and good your vlogs make me feel! Hope you all doing good everyone, please be safe, wear a mask, and drink water. :)

[@caricakes]

thank you always :') stay safe too!!

[@crankysouleater]

LOL 20minutes of Cari just not knowing what is going on 😂💕 sending you good vibes!

[@caricakes]

exactly hahahah sending you good vibes too 😊

[@vvvviiiicccc100]

here before the “last time I was this early corona was just a beer” comments 🥱🥱

[@caricakes]

hahaha!

[@AmyRodley]

Always love your videos and the creativity and time you put into them 💕 sorry that your favourite tea place is closed 🥺 imagine opening your own one 🤔😧🥰 hope you have a good week cari! ❤️

[@caricakes]

thank you! and omg that would be the dream! one day i'd love to have a tea shop :)

[@AmyRodley]

cari cakes will definitely visit once it happens!

[@nak223]

WoW! Every time I am watching one of your vlogs I am so impressed how diverse Korea is. Thanks a lot for taking us with you and showing us all the lovely, wonderful, amazing,, stunning places. :)

[@Anjali-hh1qb]

The galleries are so inspiring, I can't wait to go to one 😆😆😆. Lovely vlog as always 💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@mizuiroyashi]

You just made me wanna do a tea house tour-trip to Korea as soon as I’m allowed to travel (but first: final move to Japan)😍 thanks for this lovely, inspiring video

[@caricakes]

😍😍😍😍

[@ayushikaintura44]

Your videos makes my mind so calm. 😭💜💜saragheyo

[@deenawave4903]

I LOVE YOU SONG SELECTIONS PERFECTTTT

[@mirasolestoque7996]

Tomorrow,.Starts of my class and I just wanna say thank you for this..😊

[@caricakes]

have fun tomorrow!! good luck :)

[@journey101211]

Oh my god Hyundai card design library is one of my favorite places in seoul! Im so glad that you finally get the access hahah Looking forward to see vlogs about going to other ones as well

[@caricakes]

I can’t believe i didnt know i could visit until now 🤧🤧 im so excited to see the others!!

[@ExpatNatt]

Love this vlog style. Hope you’re well Cari, much love always 💗

[@caricakes]

Sending you lots of love too!!

[@AnnetteKay]

Lol the beginning debacles perfectly illustrate my morning. Feels relate.

[@keauxgeigh]

Just wishing you a happy autumn with positive vibes and appreciation for what you show.

[@caricakes]

happy happy autumn to you too! thank you so much!

[@collinnebrucal8058]

I just subscribed right now! I love your vlog and keep watching until the oldest videos of yours. Love from the Philippines!

[@caricakes]

thank you so much!

[@Fataldreamstoday]

The gallery was SO cool!! Loved the video as always 😍 I hope your adventure went great🤭 ❤️

[@caricakes]

i wanted to move in or have the screens put up in my house hahaha and thank you!

[@Fataldreamstoday]

cari cakes It would be even cooler 🤭

[@mica2425]

The quality of your camera is amazing and the way you record is just wow i love it ❤️

[@FreakUsOut]

A new cari video is the cure to anxiety

[@caricakes]

✨🥰😂

[@ness1ish]

So happy your back your vlogs are very peaceful 😊😊 and informative

[@caricakes]

thank you! happy im back too!!

[@kanelbullardag3265]

Cari I think what you do is amazing and I will support you and your content NO MATTER WHAT :) So happy you are back and got through all the hate. No one is perfect. And if smth I feel more close to you now than before. We are all humans! Lots of love from Estonia!

[@caricakes]

☺️☺️☺️

[@AshleyAwe]

Oooooooommmmmmmm. Layered. Indeed! Thank you! You take us on some of the best field trips! Cheers!

[@caricakes]

Layered is scrumptious!!

[@joanahenriques8863]

In uncertain times, your videos are a breath of fresh air

[@caricakes]

🙏🙏🙏

[@bonhyokoo1460]

You really do pick a scene, I mean a beautiful scene that though I ve been there but it gives different atmosphere. Thanks for enlightening me to go explore more in Seoul :)

[@abaeran]

wow that installation is absolutely astounding. I need that in my home :P

[@caricakes]

same!!!

[@jkelly1701]

That was amazing

[@caricakes]

thanks for watching :)

[@ninna12tw]

When everything started going wrong I could only think of that meme from the office “everybody stay calm” , hey at least it was a beautiful day and nature never lets us down 🙌 what was that howls moving castle book ?? I need it 🥺

[@caricakes]

exactly!! couldn't beat the weather that day :) and yesss it was the 'art of howls moving castle' and i wanted to steal it haha

[@sleepyginkgo]

I was in Korea for a year and went to Moon Bird Only Thinks of the Moon on my very first day because I saw it in a previous video of yours. I'm so sad it's gone, I wanted to go back someday. :(

[@caricakes]

at least we have the memories!!!

[@defaultdefault2253]

great way to start a sunday morning 🧡🍂

[@caricakes]

have a great day!

[@xTenshiAi]

the weather there looks so good. i cant wait to go there next year!!

[@caricakes]

Autumn in korea is the best 😍🙏