Destinations
South Korea
Hyper-modern yet deeply traditional, South Korea pairs palaces and hanbok with K-beauty, street food and the around-the-clock energy of Seoul. Spotless, safe and astonishingly easy to get around.
Best Time to Visit
Spring (Apr–May, cherry blossoms) and autumn (Sep–Oct, foliage) are ideal.
What to Expect
- Language
- Korean (English signage in Seoul)
- Currency
- South Korean won (KRW)
- Cards & ATMs
- Cards accepted nearly everywhere; get a T-money card
- Plugs
- Types C/F, 220V
- Getting Around
- World-class metro & KTX trains; Naver/Kakao Map apps
- Safety
- Extremely safe, very low crime
Stories in South Korea
