Shrugging off its past, South Korea is now a thriving tech haven attracting more visitors than ever before. Its fast-paced streets are seeped in 5,000 years of culture and intricate history, while over 80% of its geography is mountainous, making it a dynamic destination for hikers. South Korea is broken into provinces, with the futuristic capital Seoul sitting in the country’s north west. Think: ultra-modern skyscrapers, lively markets and traditional Buddhist temples.
The most rugged and mountainous terrain is found in the east, while the west is flatter, making it ideal for agriculture. For a taste of traditional South Korea, head to UNESCO-listed Andong Hahoe village, or jump across the Korea Strait and you’ll land on Jeju-do, the South Korean answer to Hawaii. Don’t forget to feast on some delicious bibimbap (mixed rice) and the national dish kimchi (fermented vegetables) along the way! Click here to learn about when is the best time to visit South Korea.
11 Jul 2023
South Korea, with its spectacular fusion of old and new, is quickly becoming a travel hotspot. But, when is the best time to go? With thriving cities, where futuristic skyscrapers rub shoulders with centuries-old temples, and a rugged, mountainous landscape, South Korea is a delightful mix that continues to surpri...
23 Feb 2023
Everything you think you know about South Korea is wrong – it’s actually amazing for the great outdoors South Korea may be known for its modern metropolises, but it might surprise you to know that it’s also seventh heaven for hikers, mountaineers, campers (and glampers), scuba divers, and beach bums. Many locals are av...
23 Feb 2023
While there’s plenty to see and buy all over South Korea, Seoul remains the heart of all things shopping South Korea’s busy shopping scene is not for the faint-hearted – there’s something tempting to get wherever you go, so budget your won accordingly. Seoul is the country’s ultimate shopping destination, which is the...
23 Feb 2023
Eat your heart out in South Korea with our handy first-time foodie guide Korean cuisine has become a mainstay in many major cities around the world, paving the way for fusion flavour combinations (like the rise of Korean-Mexican food in the US), and bustling cultural enclaves that serve up fragrant bowls of bibimbap (m...
30 Jun 2021
With South Korean culture taking over the world, visiting the source of your favourite soap opera or beauty product can be a dream come true South Korea has been experiencing something of a modern global renaissance, with K-pop, Korean TV and film, Korean food, Korean technology, and Korean beauty rituals becoming a...
