Visiting South Korea: travel tips
Visiting South Korea: travel tips. If you are looking for an easy way to plan a trip to Korea [...]
South Korea
Visiting South Korea: travel tips. If you are looking for an easy way to planning a trip to South Korea, you are in the right place. We will help you design your vacation with simple and practical advice. If this is your first time to Southeast Asia, we anticipate that you are about to meet and learn about one of the most fascinating, ancient and wonderful cultures ever.
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We remind you, that Restrictions because of Covid-19 have been lifted, so you can travel to South Korea with different airlines and, why not, maybe attend one of your favorite idols' concerts!
Some background on South Korea
We are talking about the Republic of Korea, which is located in East Asia. and is a peninsula with interesting features because it is washed by the Sea of Japan and the Yellow Sea, but also has a major mountainous area.
South Korea is ideal destination both for those who love archaeological culture-temples and museums, and for those who want to enjoy relaxation. Suitable for interesting shoppers and, why not, also for sports enthusiasts who are keen on trekking (it is very famous as a sport in Korea, especially the trails of Mount Seorak).
Is South Korea a safe country?
Often our followers, on the page TFC's Facebook ask us before booking a flight, whether a country is safe or not.
We always recommend first of all to inquire about the Travel Safe. Moreover, to quote the Farnesina, we must remember that the country has always been characterized by acute phases of tension over the division with North Korea, It is therefore not recommended to travel to the border between the two countries.
It is then a smart move to keep abreast of the situation, which as of 2018 seems to be quite stable politically, certainly complicit with the Pyeongchang Winter Olympic Games.
In South Korea, it is very complicated to find restaurants for specific dietary regimens. In particular, places that serve celiac dishes or vegan and vegetarian restaurants.
Best season to visit South Korea
The climate of this beautiful country is very similar to the Japan, the best seasons to visit are autumn and spring. Winters are harsh, but not too harsh, and there is frequent precipitation, as well as in summer; we do not recommend visiting during July and August.
If you are about to take your first trip and thus are planning a proper tour of South Korea, we have to recommend at least the following 3 locations that in our opinion you absolutely must see.
Top 3 places to visit in South Korea
1. Seoul
If you are a fan of the world of Korean dramas, you have surely seen the capital of South Korea in different facets. It is a city of many faces, perfect for anyone who wants to have a rich and interesting travel experience.
It has a population of 20 million and is the largest city in all of Korea and one of the most populous in the entire world. The South Korean capital allows you to admire thousand-year-old temples and wonderful skyscrapers. There are many neighborhoods full of upscale restaurants and traditional markets where you can eat great street food such as Namdaemum.
If by any chance you have seen the drama Itaewon Class, you cannot miss the neighborhood of the same name and as well as the legendary Hongdae where you can have a night out! Seoul is the right city for everyone, anyone would like to stroll through the streets of Gangnam is to feel a bit VIP!
2. Busan
A wonderful metropolis with a population of about 3 million, it is called the city on the beach and is definitely not to be missed, especially if you love the smell of the sea and cities with breathtaking views. Among the most beautiful beaches, we recommend Haeundae. You will find beauty on the water of temples built overlooking the sea such as the Haedong Yonggungsa.
Also, for lovers of alternative music culture, we recommend the super hipster Gamcheon Cultural Village district.
3. Jeju Island
Seen in so many k-Dramas, we recommend a visit of even a few days to experience a real dream. It is the largest island in all of South Korea, UNESCO Heritage, in the south of the country. Reachable by plane, the trip takes just over an hour. You can also get there by traveling along the southern coast, but it takes about three to four hours compared to flying.
The island's landscape is wonderful, volcanic and also gives beautiful photos. The beaches are the real reason why so many Koreans frequent it, plus it offers really tasty and innovative cuisine. The advice we can give you is to rent a car, to discover all the beauty of the island. Remember, however, that you must have an international driver's license.
In conclusion
We can say that visiting Korea is not a pipe dream; the costs are low and even two weeks can be enough. The hub of South Korea's life is Seoul, a large capital city full of things to see, but it is certainly possible to make a good organizational plan and visit even in 10 days.
We hope you find our article useful for your next trip, don't miss the other articles and enjoy the best from your vacation!
