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Jeju Island is often called "The Hawaii of Korea," but it is arguably more diverse. Volcanic craters, emerald beaches, green tea fields, and waterfalls—all packed into an island that takes about 4 hours to circumnavigate.
To see it right, you need 4 days and a set of wheels.
If you ask a Korean for their favorite season, 9 out of 10 will say Autumn (Gaeul). The humidity of summer vanishes, leaving behind crystal clear blue skies and mountains that look like they are on fire with red and orange leaves.
To see the "Danpung" (Foliage) at its peak, you must follow the cold weather as it sweeps from North to South.
Spring in Korea is not a season; it is an event. For about ten days, the entire country turns a shade of pale pink. But the "Beotkkot" (Cherry Blossom) waits for no one. To see it at its peak, you must move with the bloom.
Here is your 7-day plan to chase the flowers from the southern coast up to the capital.
South Korea is technically a peninsula, but in reality, it is a spine of mountains rising from the sea. 70% of the country is mountainous. If you only visit Seoul, you are missing the lungs of the country.
Here are the 7 best destinations to trade neon lights for starlight.
When Seoul gets too crowded, where do the locals go? They head East. Gangwon-do is the province of mountains and sea. The water here is a deep, clean sapphire blue—totally different from the muddy West Sea.
Whether you are a K-Pop fan, a coffee addict, or a nature lover, the trio of Gangneung, Sokcho, and Yangyang has something for you.
Welcome to the "Hawaii of Korea." Jeju Island is a volcanic wonderland three times the size of Seoul. It has emerald beaches, black basalt cliffs, and Mt. Hallasan, the highest peak in South Korea.
But here is the truth: Jeju is difficult to travel without a car. If you are planning to visit, this guide will save you hours of frustration waiting for buses.
