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posted by EmpressCallipygos around South Korea at 10:37 AM - 12 answers

I'm thinking about taking a trip to South Korea. Can you help me with trip suggestions? Details within! [more inside]
posted by bluecore around Seoul, South Korea at 11:23 AM - 13 answers

Can you recommend a clean, reasonably priced pool for lap swimming in Seoul? [more inside]
posted by KevCed around Seoul, South Korea at 12:23 PM - 6 answers

I'm going to Korea for the first time. It'll be a very short trip because I'm just attending/presenting at a conference at Yonsei University. I need help figuring out a reasonable trip length, a place to stay, and which of the many airport-city transportation choices is best. And uh, some other stuff. [more inside]
posted by wintersweet around Seoul, South Korea at 12:02 PM - 11 answers

Hey! I have a long layover in Seoul (landing at Incheon, 5:20AM, departing, 4:30PM, about 11 hours) this Thursday, June 27th. Is it reasonable to head into the city (or somewhere) for food or drink or other amusement in this short span? Can you suggest a micro-itinerary that seems fun to you? I'm also interested in other options, including walking around the city with MeFites.
posted by fake around Seoul, South Korea at 9:31 PM - 20 answers

I'm somewhat new to Korea and don't know much about the landscape of Seoul, but I'm taking a native Seoulite out to dinner on Tuesday night. What's a good date place in Seoul for a quiet dinner? The cuisine can be from any corner of the world, though I'd prefer if it were in the Hongdae or Sinchon corners of Seoul. That said, anything interesting would be appreciated. Thanks.
posted by charlemangy around Seoul, South Korea at 8:35 AM - 6 answers

Family is spending Easter break in Seoul. Please recommend a ski resort that is: - near enough for a day trip - accessible via public transportation - not too crowded as a bonus The only other ski resort we've ever been to is GALA Yuzawa in Japan, and it was accessible by train, so we'd like to imitate the same experience in Seoul. Thanks!
posted by drea around South Korea at 1:03 AM - 2 answers

Forty-something woman traveling to Seoul solo for work. Advice needed-- etiquette, dining, shopping, sightseeing. [more inside]
posted by picklebird around Seoul, South Korea at 11:38 AM - 12 answers

I'm studying abroad at Kangwon National University in about a month. Any interesting stories? [more inside]
posted by enroute888 around Chuncheon-Si, South Korea at 2:08 PM - 2 answers

I'm going to be in Seoul next week with my husband and my parents. My parents are Korean and will probably take the helm for showing us around and feeding us, but I'd like some suggestions for things that they wouldn't necessarily now much about, mainly: nightlife and shopping. [more inside]
posted by like_neon around Seoul, South Korea at 2:43 AM - 4 answers

I'm flying to South Korea (JFK to PEK to ICN) in two weeks for my first international trip in years. I need some advice on preparation, the flight, and the subsequent two months I'll spend in Korea. [more inside]
posted by jykmf around South Korea at 6:54 PM - 9 answers

I want to use the hub lounge in Seoul Incheon Airport, South Korea. Do I use it before or after immigration? What process should I follow? [more inside]
posted by Juso No Thankyou around Seoul, South Korea at 5:33 PM - 2 answers

My husband and I are visiting Korea soon. Is the famous WiFi in Korea ubiquitous enough to use his iPhone 4 for web browsing and Skype? We're also renting an SKTelecom cellphone, but we'd like to use the iPhone for data-related tasks and travel apps. Is it just a matter of his iPhone jumping on any Wifi network (without incurring any roaming charges)? We're coming from the US (AT&T), and staying in Jeju and Seoul. [more inside]
posted by yeoja around South Korea at 2:15 PM - 7 answers

I have an overnight stopover at Incheon, Korea. What should I do? [more inside]
posted by dontjumplarry around Incheon, South Korea at 3:40 PM - 10 answers

What are unique and fun activities for a family visiting Seoul? [more inside]
posted by fairmettle around Seoul, South Korea at 4:35 AM - 5 answers

Going to Seoul next month on business, and I was looking for specific recommendations for shopping and dining. Specifically, I plan to purchase (maybe) electronics, cigars, and clothing, and by clothing I mean custom tailored suits and dress shirts. For food, I would prefer authentic Korean; might as well eat like the locals while I'm there. I've heard about the Yongsan Electronics market and the Coex mall, and I plan to visit them, but does anyone have any specific shops, locations, or restaurants to recommend? Anything in the Itaewon/Myeong-Dong/Hongdae area is preferred, but anything in Seoul will OK.
posted by KillaSeal around Seoul, South Korea at 2:01 PM - 12 answers

I am spending ~week in Mokpo, South Korea. Would love some specific tips/ advice/ ideas on fun things to do there... [more inside]
posted by Everydayville around Mokpo-Si, South Korea at 2:27 PM - 3 answers

Seoul and Jeju based peoples of mefi, your knowledge and experience is requested. [more inside]
posted by Iteki around Seoul, South Korea at 1:35 AM - 11 answers

Cute filter: I'm going to Seoul for the first time in a few weeks, and my burning question is, where can I buy the Miffy mp3 player? [more inside]
posted by so much modern time around Seoul, South Korea at 7:50 AM - 8 answers

How can I buy plane tickets for a trip in South Korea while outside of South Korea? [more inside]
posted by msbrauer around South Korea at 6:53 PM - 5 answers