THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE VISITING SOUTH KOREA

In this things to know before visiting South Korea, we share everything you need to know before visiting the Asian country, including getting to South Korea, South Korea travel tips and what you need to know if you are visiting South Korea for the first time.

Korea Packing list

If you are starting to write your packing trip, there is a few things you need to remember to include. Firstly, an umbrella is essential, it can rain a lot in Korea but it is also common to use an umbrella to share yourself when walking in the hot sun. You will also need to bring some decent trainers or sneakers, you will be doing a lot of walking in the major cities but there are also some great hikes to chose from near Seoul. You may also want to bring some deodorant, you can find this in some drugstores but it expensive and rare to find. Ladies, I recommend carrying some tissue around with you, most restrooms are western but you will find some squat toilets in smaller villages. One more thing to pack is slippers, water shoes or a spare pair of flip flops. Most hotel rooms will not have a bath or enclosed shower, so it is worth having a pair of slippers just for the bathroom to avoid wet feet.

Korea apps

Before arriving, also download the google translate app and a currency converter. Not all restaurants, cafes and taxi drivers can speak English, so have a translate app will help you a lot. The currency in South Korean is Won so use a currency converter to check prices, especially when purchasing souvenirs or food in touristy areas.

Seoul

Seoul is the capital and many peoples firs choice when heading to the country. There are a lot of historic sites and incrusting experiences to be had here but don’t spend your whole visit in the city. Be prepared for crowds and congestion, Seoul is home to over 25 million residents; half of the countries total.

Seoul is also a great place for shopping wit endless malls but a massive variety of fashion, accessories and beauty stores. It is also a great place to try some new products; there are beauty and skincare products everywhere so try something new whilst you are in Korea.

Try the cafes. When in Seoul, you have to head to at least one of the amazing cafes in the city. With themed cafes, unique cafes, modern cafes and instagram worthy drinks to try, plan a visit during your trip.

Restaurant tips

When you are in a restaurant, it is common for servers to avoid interrupting you whilst you are eating. This means if you need something else, perhaps another drink or serving of something, you will need to wave or press the call button on your table.

Another thing to note in restaurants is the chopsticks. Koreans use metal chopsticks, which can be a little harder to use than wooden ones. However, you can use a spoon to eat rice and make sure you place your chopsticks back down on the table when you are finishing with them - do not leave them sticking up vertically out of your bowl.

Also, when you want to pay the bill, it is likely to already be on your table. Check the sides or underneath the table and pay at the payment stand; there is normally some type of sign or server behind a table.

Some other table manners to be aware of; our your elder’s drink before your own, do not blow your nose whilst sitting at a table, don’y pick up your bowl to eat and drink your soup before trying other dishes.

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[btgsuuu]

@Korea Travel Notes@
1. Korea is a homogeneous nation
Korea has only recently become famous abroad and is attracting more and more tourists. Most Koreans are awkward with foreigners!
- Korea is a Confucian culture. From an early age, we constantly learn to be considerate, humble, and respectful. That's why most Koreans don't discriminate!! (No country in the world is free from racism. Exceptions always exist)
In fact, Korea is the safest country for travelers and you will feel it when you come to Korea.
2. Koreans are perfectionists.
For a Korean to speak a foreign language, it is necessary to be able to converse at the level of a local! Most of the young people can speak English basicly!
- The reason foreigners feel unkind to Koreans is that Koreans 'can't help you perfectly in your language' (Of course, this is gradually improving 😀)
3. Most foreigners I see speak 100% native language in Korea. In Korea, when traveling abroad, I think it's polite to learn a little bit of the language of that country. But all the foreigners I have seen in Korea come to me in English or their mother tongue. Everyone, please respect Korean! If you come to Korea by studying at least a minimum of Korean, it will be a really enjoyable trip!
"sillyehnida" (Excuse me)
If you approach Koreans in Korean, Koreans will help you like family, even if it's the first time they've met you!! I hope you all feel the beautiful "jeong" culture! (Google Translator)

[Ldv]

Welcome our country enjoy your time here thanks

[amyr]

I had been hoping to travel to Japan and South Korea, but if going to S Korea in Sept-October is best, then I'd best be making plans for next year. These two are on my list! Watching the many Korean dramas on the tele makes me want to explore that country! Maybe I can see Japan the following year or so.

[jumgkoo]

thank you so much for the video! also, another table manner tip is to receive anything with two hands instead of one, as it is more respectful. thank you again!

[mamastravelok]

Wow You made the video about South Korea.
AWESOME~~!!
Perfect~~!!
Your information is super perfect.
and you filmed it beautifully.

[VictorNobrega]

Great video, thank you. I'm going to South Korea as soon as Australia's borders.

[svenheilborn]

Congratulations for your national holiday on 15th August South Korea from your friends in Germany <3 SOuth Korea is a beaufitul country with nice landscape, charming people and such a nice culture. I´m really proud to call you our friends. Best wishes for the future from your friends in Germany <3

[AmyLee-dfvw]

Thank you for sharing all the tips before we visit south Korea.

[asaodo]

Hello. I am traveling to S Korea solo during this summer season - 2022. I really appreciate all the tips you’ve shared here. Any additional tips you can impart will be greatly appreciated.

[ka-ye]

Google map doesn’t work well in korea. Use Naver or kakao map. They are more accurate.

[TravelingisFREEDOM]

This seems to be a very interesting place, I hope I can visit sometime in the future. Seeing and sharing places like this is why I love traveling and make videos so much! And please keep up the great job! Subscribed!!

[lauralambeth]

Planning to travel to South Korea Nov 2023

[carolinebrooks]

I'm planning on going to korea from 19th August to 2nd September 2023 can't wait to see all the attractions thank you for this tip video

[safeysmith]

“You may want to bring deodorant”

Just to South Korea???

[dieuquyenmaitran]

Japan and Korea are very close, you may look into it and travel over there for one time, just need spending more time if you can.

[just_kayoung_]

I will need a tour guide. I will try going there with someone

[dntz_]

Hi, Looks like their travel rules has changed last week. Care to create an update video? Thanks so much for the help.

[frankmorris]

I absolutely like your vids on south korea. But there's one place in south korea you really overlooked. Thats jeonju South Korea.

[funxoxome]

well, google translate is not so good. please find out better translate APP please. thx.

[coolboygaming]

I am hoping to settle in S korea when I grow up