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• Important Information about South Korea 

• What is the Currency used in South Korea 

• What Language Speak in South Korea  

• Religion and Culture in South Korea 

• What is the Best time to visits and climate in South Korea  

• Transportations around the South Korea 

• Top things you can do in South Korea 

• Best food to eat in South Korea 

• Why Should You Visit South Korea at least once 

• Useful Information's about your Budget Insurance and Travel Tips 

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South Korea is known as Republic of Korea. Seoul is the capital of South Korea. And its biggest city. The estimated population within its city limits is around 50 million people, but factor in its surrounding areas and that number jumps to 60 million, making it the second largest metropolitan area in the world. With a workforce that large driving its economy, it’s no wonder Seoul is now the 4th most economically powerful city, behind only Tokyo, New York City, and Los Angeles as measured by GDP.

South Korea has been making headlines in recent years in the tech, automotive, and entertainment sectors. Korean brands like Samsung and Hyundai are globally recognized brands. People worldwide watch K-dramas and listen to K-pop. Myeongdong has become a hotbed for cosmetics and nearly everyone I know loves Korean food. Needless to say, South Korea is booming, and at the center of all that excitement, is Seoul.

South Korea is known to be a place of wild contradictions and stark contrasts. It’s where you will see ancient temples beside skyscrapers experience the hustle and bustle of the city life with the serenity of nature nearby, and where both technology and tradition coexist.

so traveled many parts of this amazing country. From Seoul to Busan, and numerous hiking treks and festivals, and wanted to experience everything South Korea has to offer.

Important information about South Korea

Currency in South Korea

The official currency of  South Korea is the Korean Won (KRW). also you can exchange your country currency on airport.

Language speak in South Korea

the official language in Korea is Korean and also now speak in English. so some words i teach you how to say 

Hello means an-nyeong-ha-se-yo,

Thank you means gam-sa-ham-ni-da,

Beer means maeg-ju,

Delicious means mas-issneun,

Where’s the bathroom means hwa-jang-siri eodiyeyo,

How much means ige eolmayeyo,

Too expensive means neomu bissan,

Don't want means wonhaji anh-a,

Sorry means joesonghaeyo/mianhaeyo

Religion and Culture in South Korea

While a little less than half of South Koreans practice a religion, there are a few throughout the country. The major three are Protestant Christianity, Catholicism and Buddhism. 

Best Time To Visit and Climate in South Korea

South Korea experiences all four seasons and each one of these bring different experiences. If you want to see the cherry blossom season, plan your trip around the first two weeks in April.

Seasons are similar to most northern hemisphere countries Like Japan, South Korea has four distinct seasons Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter. The most popular times to visit Seoul are during the Spring March-May and Fall Mid September Early November months when the weather is ideal and the landscape is at its most striking. Both seasons are characterized by a dramatic change in color Spring for its cherry blossom pinks and whites, and Autumn for its fiery reds, oranges, and yellows. Here’s what you can expect during every season.

Spring season

Spring Season

 March to May

Spring is one of the best times to visit Seoul. The weather is ideal and the city erupts with blooming flowers. If you want to catch the cherry blossoms, then you should plan on being in Seoul around the second week of April. That will give you the best chance to see the cherry blossoms. With that said, keep in mind that the blossoms are largely dependent on the weather so it’s still no guarantee they’ll be blooming then, which is why I think it’s a good idea to go around that time or a little earlier. If they aren’t blooming yet in Seoul, then you’ll have the option of taking a day trip to Jinhae, home of Korea’s biggest cherry blossom festival. Be sure to bookmark the Visit Korea website for updates on the festival.

Summer season

June to August

Summer isn’t an ideal time to visit Seoul. It’s hot, it’s humid, it rains a lot, and prices are at their highest with summertime being the peak of domestic tourism. Avoid these months if you can.

Autumn season

Autumn Season

 September to November

Peak season for tourists is in summer. Most, if not all, things in the city get pricier and busier. The month of August is typically summer vacation from school so expect that there will be a lot of people.

Unless you’re chasing after the cherry blossoms, then Fall is arguably the best time to visit Seoul. Like Spring, the weather is ideal and the foliage is at its most striking. Shoot for late October or early November if you can.

 Winter season

Winter Season in South Korea 

 December to February

If you want enjoy cold weather and snow fall come and visit in South Korea December to February month. in this month weather are so cold and you look everywhere is complete white snow and also you can enjoy this time Christmas and new year.

so overall so can times to avoid traveling in South Korea in summer, especially in August. It’s the most expensive and crowed time of the year. Not only that, but the weather tends to be humid.

Transportation around South Korea

 Transportation in Korea is excellent, probably one of the best in the world. Buses always leave on time, the trains are really cheap and metros are super clean. Most signs in are in English as well as Korean, so it is very easy to travel in Korea.

By Air

Almost all international flights land at Incheon International Airport. There are several ways to get to downtown Seoul from Incheon.

 This is the fastest way to get to the city from the airport. It runs like clockwork and will get you into Seoul Station in exactly 43 minutes. 

By Train

 The trains are comfortable with free Wi-Fi onboard. This is the second fastest way to get into Seoul from Incheon. It will get you to Seoul Station 

By Bus

I suggest taking it only if you’re arriving at Incheon during off hours. Late night airport buses to Seoul Station run from while buses to Gangnam Express Bus Terminal operate.  Detailed inquiries on bus routes and bus stops can be made at the Airport Information Desk on the 1st floor. You can also check for more information on late night airport buses.

By Taxi

 Going by taxi is the most convenient way, but it’s also the most expensive. A taxi will get you into the city in about an hour and will cost you more expansive KRW .

Top Things you can do in South Korea 

South Korea is the beautiful place. Here, you will find colorful hanboks and historical places in the middle of Seoul, South Korea’s capital. All around the country, you will also see temples, fortresses and palaces. When it comes to nature, South Korea boasts a lot of hot springs, sandy beaches, mountain peaks and national parks. With each new dish discovered, with every K-drama series that wraps us in its grip, we fall in love with it more and more. Korean pop culture has taken the world by storm and it shows no signs of slowing down.

Major Festivals in South Korea

Andong International Mask dance Festival, late September to early October During this festival a massive display of mask dancing takes place. People from all over the world come here to showcase different traditional mask dances. 

Boryeong Mud Festival, second weekend of July Experience something unique during this festival by taking a dip in a mud bath, try mud wrestling and mud sliding. 

Namwon Chunhyang Festival, April Basically, this festival is a celebration of one of the most famous Korean folk story characters Chunhyang from Chunhyangjeon. 

Seoul Lantern Festival, First Friday of November Every year, the theme here changes. As a lantern festival, you can expect to see many lanterns light up the Cheonggyecheon area of Seoul.

Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival, January This festival is voted to be one of the best in Korea. Celebrated during winter, activities during this time include catching fish with bare hands, sledding and ice sculpting.

These festivals follow the Lunar calendar, so the exact dates vary each year.

Based on our  experiences Myeongdong, Insadong, Hongdae, and Itaewon are ideal places to stay in Seoul for tourists. It all depends on what you want. Myeongdong is for shopping, Insadong is for culture, Hongdae is hip, and Itaewon is the international district. 

 Myeongdong

If you’re planning on doing a lot of shopping in Seoul, then Myeongdong is definitely where you need to stay. It’s a hyper shopping district filled with big name brands and boutique shops, as well as many restaurants, cafes, and street food stalls. If you like Korean cosmetics, then there’s a good chance you’re never leaving this place. 

Insadong

Hanok Village

Insadong when you spent many days exploring its wealth of traditional shops, boutiques, restaurants, cafes, and teahouses. It’s also walking distance to several key attractions like Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, and Bukchon Hanok Village. 

Hongdae

Bingo House, Hongdae, if you love shopping so we preferred staying in Hongdae, which is the area around Hongik University. It’s a fun, hip area with a college town vibe. 

Bingo House is a small 5-room guesthouse just a short walk from Exit 6 of Hongik University Station. There’s a 7-Eleven and a GS25 convenience store nearby, as well as a few restaurants and cafes. There’s a common area with free water and kitchen supplies but no breakfast. You can book a room here. 

Itaewon

Among these four areas, Itaewon is the place we’re least familiar with. It’s one of the city’s most diverse neighborhoods boasting plenty of shops and international restaurants. It has a bustling nightlife as well which is one of the reasons why it’s a popular hotspot among expats. 

Sing in a Noraebang

One of the best ways to feel Korean is to get a group of friends together and some beers and sing your hearts out in a Noraebang, a Korean karaoke room. You’ll have a wide variety of songs to choose from, mostly 90’s favorites, and take turns belting out the lyrics along with your friends. 

See the Cherry Blossoms in Bloom

Just like Japan, Korea has its fair share of cherry blossoms, and it’s typically less expensive to see them compared to Japan. Annually, for two weeks in April, South Korea becomes a tourist spot for its cherry blossoms. 

Explore Jeju Island

Most famous for its blue turquoise waters and mountain views, Jeju Island is one of the most popular places in South Korea. Here, you can experience swimming in a naturally formed swimming pool, hiking to a volcanic crater and chase waterfalls. you can experience in Jeju for a weekend. 

Eat Live Octopus

If you love taking a bite of exotic food, you shouldn’t miss the chance to try eating a live octopus. 

 You can head to any fish market in South Korea and ask for some ssanakji. They will give you a live octopus and give you details to a nearby restaurant where it will be prepared and served to you with some side dishes. 

Best Food to Eat in South Korea

All around Asia, South Korea has one of the best cuisines. Often, the first things that come to mind when you think of Korean food is Korean BBQ and Kimchi. These are a must try, but trust us, there is so much more.

When it comes to Korean cuisine, the typically meals are a combination of rice, vegetables and meat. So without further ado, here are some of our favorites:

Samgyeopsal (Korean BBQ)

 To eat samgyeopsal, you are the grill master and you’ll doing the cooking from the grill on the table. You can either order pork or beef and many side dishes will also be served here.

Jjim dak

 Created in the historic city of Andong, jjim dak is a mix of flat noodles, potatoes, delicious sauce, chunks of chicken and some peppers. You can also add some cheese for that heavenly taste.

Kimchi

Kimchi is probably the only food in Korea that you’ll see everywhere you go. It’s the staple food served with every meal all year round. 

Bulgogi

 For all you meat lovers out there, you’re definitely going to love bulgogi. This is a pile of marinated beef and mixed vegetables that you grill at your table.

Bibimbap

 When roughly translated, bibimbap means ‘mixed rice’. It is typically a mixture of greens, mushrooms, radishes, carrots, bean sprouts, gochujang sauce, and of course, rice. 

Kimbap

Kimbap

Kimbap are Korea’s rolls of goodies. It can be considered as the sushi of Korea and comes in several varieties like bulgolgi and shrimp. Great for a meal on the go or picnics.

Why you should visit South Korea at least once?

South Korea is very beautiful city. and also very busy city life. you can travel so many amazing place.

 From Seoul to Busan, and numerous hiking treks and festivals, and experience everything South Korea has to offer. you can go beautiful jeju island in Busan.

South Korea experiences all four seasons and each one of these bring different experiences. If you want to see the cherry blossom season, plan your trip around the first two weeks in April. Or you want enjoy the snow come on December January you can also explore the city. Hanok village, Itaewon, Myeongdong, Insadong.

Useful Information's about your Budget, Insurance and Travel Tips 

Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, so there is no need to carry large amounts of cash with you. The cost of living in South Korea is relatively low, but it is increasing. Travelers can find many options to suit their travel budgets. also ATMs are available in all towns. 

The unit of currency in Seoul is the Korean Won (KRW). Myeongdong is the best place to exchange your currency. There are plenty of money changers in the area and they’re known to give the best rates in the city. The rates at currency exchange offices in other areas were never as good. At the airport  and in Myeongdong, exchanged currency at two places 

I suggest changing a small amount at the airport,  just to get you in to the city. You can then change the rest in Myeongdong.

A better option might be to just withdraw KRW from an ATM. The rates are competitive, some say even better. Just be sure to advise your bank that you’ll be using your ATM card overseas so you don’t run into any problems. 

Leave no trace

Only leave your footprints. Nothing else. Bring all your waste and dispose them properly. There are tons of trash bins in the bigger cities in Korea. However, in smaller towns street cleaners come by frequently to collect trash piles. If you have rubbish and you can’t find a trash can, please place it in a trash pile. I know, not ideal, but it is part of their culture.

Be aware

Check the restaurants and shops before buying or eating there. Only choose ones that don’t promote exploitation or cruelty of endangered species.

Unplug

Before you leave your accommodation, check that appliances and lights that are not in use should be unplugged. Please turn off your A/C as well. 

Do your research

While this is a travel guide, you can read about the country’s culture, religion, language and rules before planning a trip to South Korea.

Don’t Forget Travel Insurance

Travel insurance will protect you against illness, injury, theft, and cancellations. It’s comprehensive protection in case anything goes wrong. I never go on a trip without it as I’ve had to use it many times in the past. 

Always make sure you have copies of your important travel documents.

Travel insurance policy is a must If you injure yourself and you don’t have insurance, expect to pay a large sum of money.

 The most important piece of advice purchase good travel insurance. Travel insurance will protect you against illness, injury, theft, and cancellations. It’s comprehensive protection in case anything goes wrong. I never go on a trip without it as I’ve had to use it many times in the past. You can find the policy right for you. and carry all documents and travel insurance must and keep the copy all documents where you going anywhere this is very important. and whenever you choose in travel destination collect at least basic information about place and your budget and booking hotels so you dont get any trouble in your travel trips and my blog World Travel M J Princess always provide you useful information about various destinations around the world.

HAPPY JOURNEY / BON VOYAGE.