A couple of common questions in our South Korea Travel Tips Facebook group is whether Klook is legit and what is the best place to buy South Korea tours and day-trips. We’ve been using Klook for many years without a hitch, alongside other reputable travel websites like Get Your Guide, Viator and Trazy. Using travel service […]
Category Archives: KOREA ESSENTIALS
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Oct
Oct
South Korea’s Online Arrival Card needs to be completed by most international visitors to South Korea. It is easy to fill in online up to 3 days before you arrive, or at the airport itself before you head to Immigration. We last visited South Korea in May 2025 and completed the paper arrival card just […]
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Sep
Sep
Traveling to Seoul (South Korea) for the first time? You are in for a pleasant surprise as Seoul for first timers is an easy entry point to explore South Korea and an excellent place to base yourself. From city transport to Seoul day trips like the DMZ, we’ve got you covered – and Seoul is […]
03
Sep
Sep
Off to South Korea soon? Super news – but planning and packing is the key to a successful South Korea trip. From Korea’s changeable weather (pack layers – you’re welcome) to travel essentials like the correct plug adaptors, putting together a South Korea packing list is a must-do before you fly. We’ve been lucky enough […]
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Aug
Aug
Getting around Seoul is simple with a T-Money card and the Seoul Metropolitan Subway system. If you are a first timer to South Korea and starting your trip in Seoul, the best way to get around the city is to take the Seoul Subway and use a T-Money or Climate Card (which we will explain […]
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Aug
Aug
Flying to South Korea doesn’t have to be expensive if you are willing to go a slightly longer route and do a stopover. One of the most common questions in our South Korea Travel Tips and Planning Facebook group is about cheap Korea flight deals and what is a ‘good’ price to pay to fly […]
19
Aug
Aug
One of the most commonly asked questions in our South Korea Travel Tips and Planning Facebook group is about Korea driver recommendations or the best private transfers in Seoul and South Korea. Whilst public transport in South Korea is very good (especially the Airport Limousine Bus), sometimes you may want to create a more personalised […]
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Aug
Aug
No trip to South Korea is complete without some form of Korean souvenirs to take home, from tasty treats like kimchi or soju to more lasting treasures like Korean Starbucks mugs or cute photo booth snaps. Be it cool glasses from Gentle Monster to Squid Game merchandise or customizable gifts there are super South Korea […]