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South Korea

Because of South Korea's small size and excellent transportation infrastructure, tranquility is never far away. The Korean Peninsula is a traveler's dream, with stunning scenery and 5000 years of culture and history. Sail to secluded islands where farmers and fishermen welcome you into their homes or small seafood cafés. Enjoy peaceful villages surrounded by rice fields and rustic hanok guesthouses

Destination in a Nutshell

100,000 km2

Area

51 million

Populations

Seoul

Capital

Quick Facts

South Korea is the world leader in internet connectivity, boasting the world’s fastest average connection speed
Jeju is the largest South Korean island and located to the south of the peninsula.
There are at least 200 documented types of kimchi to date, all with their own different flavors.
Currency South Korean Won
Language Korean
Time zone GMT +9

Best Time to Visit

Spring: April - June

Best time of year to visit South Korea, pleasant weather
More crowded as it is the most popular time to visit South Korea

Summer: July to August

The hottest time of the year in South Korea
Also the wettest time of the year, with the monsoon rains

Autumn: September to November

The weather is usually mild enough and even higher in the hills
Low rainfall and natural beauty make autumn a strong rival to spring

Winter: December to March

Temperatures in winter can plummet to as low as -20°C on occasion
The long winter is freezing cold but relatively dry, good for winter sport enthusiasts

Encounters

A Taste of Joseon Dynasty Cuisine

Some of the unique dishes include fish filet dumplings, cod fish skin crisps and other regional food only found in the Gyeongsang region.

Body Full, Mind Full, Spirit Full

A resort tucked away in nature between lush valleys and mountains, Park Roche Resort & Wellness offers a variety of daily wellness programs including yoga, meditation, and pilates.

Andong Soju Distillery

In the Goryeo Dynasty, Andong Soju was one of the top three Korean liquors. A rich scent and flavor are produced by the slow distillation of Andong soju, unlike the diluted soju offered in stores

Rail Cruise Haerang

The Haerang is Korea's first luxury rail cruise. Each room like a five-star hotel, and Sunrise Restaurant serves wonderful food. The Four Seasons lounge features a magazine library, iPads, games, and live performances.

A Peaceful Bird’s-eye View of Buyeo

For a spectacular view of the city in miniature, take a 10 km hot air balloon ride from Gudeurae Quay in Geumgang Riverside to Busosan Mountain.

A Temple Famous for Food

Jingwansa Temple food is mild as it is vegetarian and avoids pungent spices, which allows natural flavors to shine. Tofu and other fermented bean-based ingredients like soybean paste, chili paste, and soy sauce make the dishes incredibly savory.

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