Practical Korea travel guides, destinations, local experiences, transportation tips and places worth visiting, explained from Korea.
Traveling in South Korea does not require memorizing a long list of social rules. Most visitors will find that everyday situations are fairly easy to navigate, even when they do not know much Korean. Still, a few local habits can make public transportation, restaurants, homes and cultural sites feel much less confusing. The useful approach … 더 읽기
Getting sick is never part of the itinerary. But a headache, upset stomach, cold symptoms or forgotten medication can quickly turn a sightseeing day into a search for help. Fortunately, pharmacies are easy to find in many Korean cities, and travelers can buy certain medicines without first visiting a doctor. Other medicines require a prescription, … 더 읽기
You can pack lighter for South Korea if you know where you will wash your clothes. The tricky part is not necessarily finding a washing machine—it is figuring out whether your accommodation has one, how a self-service laundromat works, and what to do when the instructions are in Korean. For a trip of more than … 더 읽기
Packing for South Korea is easier once you know when you are going, how much walking you plan to do, and whether your trip will take you beyond Seoul. A spring city break calls for a different suitcase from a winter ski trip or a humid summer visit to Busan. The good news is that … 더 읽기
Compare Myeongdong, Hongdae, Jongno, Seoul Station, Gangnam and Seongsu to choose the right area for your Seoul trip.
Traveling to South Korea during a public holiday? Learn what may close, how to book trains and buses, and what to check during Seollal and Chuseok.
Where to find public toilets in South Korea, whether they are free, how to dispose of toilet paper, and restroom tips for travelers.
Know when to call 112, 119 or 1330 in South Korea, how to request English interpretation, and what to do in an emergency while traveling.
Find out which plug adapter you need for South Korea, how 220V outlets work, and whether your phone charger, laptop or hair dryer needs a converter.
Compare Visit Busan Pass prices, 24-hour and 48-hour options, BIG3 and BIG5, attraction benefits and mobile pass rules before buying.