South Korea β€” Travel Destinations

πŸ‡°πŸ‡· South Korea

Land of the Morning Calm

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Essential Travel Info for South Korea

Health & Safety

Vaccines:Routine vaccines
Water:Tap water is safe, but locals prefer filtered/bottled.
β€œHigh quality healthcare. Pharmacies widely available.”

Visa Requirements

EU Citizens:Visa-free (K-ETA required for some).
Others:K-ETA (Electronic Travel Auth) required for most visa-free entries.

Internet & SIM

Quality:World's fastest internet. Free WiFi everywhere.
Action:Prepaid SIM or portable WiFi egg at Incheon Airport.

Money & Tipping

Cash vs Card:Cards accepted almost everywhere. T-Money card for transport.
Tipping:No tipping culture.

Getting Around

Apps:Naver Map, KakaoMap, Kakao T (Taxi)
Drive:Drive on the RIGHT.

Extensive subway and KTX high-speed trains.

Safety: Safe

Very safe day and night. CCTV is everywhere.

SOS:112 (Police), 119 (Medical)

Climate & Weather

Day
24Β°C (Spring/Autumn)
Night
12Β°C
Sunny Hours:7 hours/day

Distinct four seasons. Spring and Autumn are ideal. Winter is cold.

Electricity

220V β€’ Type C / F (two round pins)

Local Etiquette

  • β€’Use two hands when giving/receiving items.
  • β€’Take off shoes indoors.
  • β€’Respect elders.
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