Planning to move to Korea to teach English or begin life as an expat? Check out these 8 really useful tips to help you figure out what to bring, how make friends, to learn more about local culture, and find out how to deal with culture shock.
Planning to travel to Korea and worried about not being able to understand Korean words and signs? Want to be able to speak to and understand Korean speakers when you're travelling in Korea? Interested in learning Korean phrases and vocabulary before visiting Korea? Then this guide to using the Papago app to translate Korean will be perfect for you.
Want to see colourful blossoms and blooms in Korea this spring? Interested in learning more about Korea's traditional and modern culture? Looking for a fun day trip for your spring itinerary? Then check out these amazing Korean spring festivals and add them to your plans.
Planning a trip to Korea but not sure where to start? First-time traveller who isn't sure if Korea is the right country for your next trip? Worried about travelling to Korea and facing problems with the Korean language, culture, money, Internet, transportation, hotels, food, or etiquette? Then this complete South Korea travel guide is packed full of tips that you'll certainly need.
Want to ride your bike in Korea, but not sure where to go? Then read this guide to the best places to go cycling in Korea, from multi-day coastal routes to short trips around beautiful lakes, through cities, and over mountain passes. There are great tips about cycling in Korea, when to visit, and why you definitely must bring your bike or rent one in Korea.
Want to know how to get cheap flights to Korea, when to book flights to Korea, and where to find the best prices? Not sure if you can fly direct to Korea and which airline you should use? Want essential tips for flying to Korea in 2024 and what to prepare before you travel and when you arrive?
Want to know what are the best things to do during winter in Korea? What winter activities you can try in Korea and what winter festivals are on? Where you should visit in winter in Korea and what winter food you should try? Then this guide to visiting Korea during winter is definitely for you.
Considering a move overseas to the Land of The Morning Calm to work with EPIK, but not sure how to complete the EPIK application? Want to boost your chances of getting your EPIK application accepted, nail the online interview, and be 100% ready to move to Korea? Then this guide about how to apply for EPIK Korea has you covered.
Did you know you can use the Wise card in Korea to pay most of your purchases, withdraw cash from ATMs, and as a safe alternative to your regular credit card? I use the Wise card to spend money in Korea and when I travel to other countries as it's a great way to exchange money between over 50 currencies when you're travelling, including Korean won.
Do you plan to travel from Seoul to Nami Island but aren’t sure about the best ways to get there and whether it’s possible to go by public transport or car? Need to know about car parking, travel times, fees, and other costs? Not sure if you can get to Nami Island without a guided tour?
Are you interested in opening up a box of Korean seasonal goodies that have been hand-picked and themed to introduce you to a fun part of Korean culture? Then you might be interested in the Daebak Box - one of the best subscription Korean gift box services.
Korea has amazing public transport systems which are cheap, run on time, and run regularly. However, for tourists in Korea it's often easier (and sometimes cheaper) to take a taxi between destinations. The good news for foreigners in Korea is that there's a taxi-booking app in Korea called Kakao Taxi that will let you book taxis in English and with no added fees.