Day 2: Mario & Fashion Island Outlet Shopping Mall

It was the second day of our trip. We went outlet shopping!! There are a few options for outlet shopping in Seoul such as munjeong-dong shopping street, Newcore Outlet, Mario Outlet and Fashion Island Outlet Mall. After looking at the subway map, we decided to go to the gasan digital complex station
(line 1 & 7) where the Mario & Fashion Island are located.

Once we stepped out of the exit, we saw the Fashion Island Mall.

After all the shopping, we had lunch at one of the restaurants at the mall basement which is called the Food Island. Our first korean meal was bbq pork! We were surprised that one of the staff can speak mandarin! It made our ordering so much easier! My hubby chose the pork belly (wu hua rou) bbq set that comes with a hot soup and of course the must-serve banchan (korean side dishes). Before eating, the lady gave us a red apron to protect our clothing. Very thoughtful!





pork belly, king oyster mushroom, onions and kimchi

  
After burping (oops!), we proceeded to the Mario malls which are ahead of Fashion Island. Mario has a total of 3 buildings, namely Mario 1, 2 & 3. Many famous international brands such as Prada, Gucci, Zara, Guess, Calvin Klein, Lacoste, Tommy Hilfinger, Levi's, Addidas and Nike are found here. The discounts are HUGE, 50 to 80% off!! Restocks of merchandise is done on Thursdays and Fridays.

How to get there:

Gasan Digital Complex Station (Seoul subway line 1 or 7 ), exit 4 and Fashion Island is on the left. Continue walking straight and you will find the Mario 3 building on your left.