Travel from South Korea

💡 Tips 1⃣ Transportation Card: In Korea, you need to tap your card both when getting on and off buses and subways. If you forget to tap, you’ll be fined the next time you use the card. 2⃣ Carry your passport: When buying cigarettes or alcohol in convenience stores in Korea, you need to show your passport. 3⃣ Red-eye flights: It’s not recommended to take red-eye flights since the subway and buses stop running, and taxis are expensive. If you must take one, make sure to arrange transportation in advance. 4⃣ Accommodation choices: Try to book hotels instead of homestays, as Korea has strict garbage sorting rules. Hotels can help you sort the trash, while homestays may not be as convenient. 5⃣ Power bank issues: Power banks are hard to rent in Korea, so it’s better to bring your own to avoid the hassle. 6⃣ Bus and luggage: Many regular buses in Korea don’t allow large suitcases (depends on the driver), but airport buses do. 7⃣ Weather: It often rains in Korea, so be sure to keep an umbrella in your bag. 8⃣ Toilet paper: The toilet paper in Korea is quite thin, so fold it multiple times, especially for friends with manicured nails. 9⃣ Few trash bins: There aren’t many trash bins on the streets of Korea, so bring small garbage bags with you. 🔟 Crosswalks: Be sure to cross the street using a crosswalk, or you’ll risk being fined if caught. 1⃣1⃣ Map apps: Download Naver Map in advance; Google Maps doesn’t work well in Korea. For translation, use Papago, and for booking hotels, Agoda is a good choice.

💡 Some suggestions 1⃣ Global Greetings discounts: Claim discounts for favorable exchange rates. Complete six transactions to enjoy these rates for the next seven days. You can make six small purchases at convenience stores to get the best rate. 2⃣ Diamond exchange rate for Hui Travel: Claim this discount for up to 50 off 1,000 and 111 off 2,000 at duty-free stores. 3⃣ Tmoney card: The Tmoney card can be used for buses, subways, and convenience stores. You can buy it at subway stations or convenience stores and recharge it yourself. Start with 10,000 KRW, and any remaining balance can be refunded.

Hope these tips help you out! Enjoy your time in Korea!