ALL ABOUT SOUTH KOREA PART 18

KimchiMen · Post time 30-12-2014 01:47 AM

Seasonal Attractions - Spring & Summer

Best spring time destinations
http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_6.jsp?cid=706450

Promotional video from KTO

1) Yeouido Cherry Blossom Festival : http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_2_1.jsp?cid=700464

Direction :
1. National Assembly Station (Subway Line 9), Exit 1.
2. Yeouinaru Station (Subway Line 5), Exit 1.
3. Yeouido Station (Subway Line 5 or 9), Exit 2.

Yeouido Cherry Blossom festival date for previous years - info for those expecting cherry blossom in April

1996 - 4/12
1997 - 4/13
1998 - 4/9
1999 - 4/14
2000 - 4/15
2001 - 4/13
2002 - 4/14
2003 - 4/15
2004 - 4/13
2005 - 4/17
2006 - 4/8 - 4/12
2008 - 4/2 - 4/11
2009 - 4/3 - 4/18
2011 - 4/13 - 4/17
2012 - 4/13 - 4/17
2013 - 4/12 - 4/18

2) Namsan Park

The Namsan Circular Road, which connects the Namsan Library to Palgakjeong Pavilion and the National Theater in Jangchung-dong, offers a beautiful scenic route lined with forsythias, azaleas, and cherry blossoms. Despite its height of 262 meters above sea level, Mt. Namsan is a fairly easy walk.

The walk from Namsan Library at the bottom to Palgakjeong Pavilion at the summit takes about 40 minutes. You may also take the cable car or the Namsan shuttle bus to the top, which offers a fantastic view of Seoul.

3) Kyunghee University

Direction :
Hoegi Station (Subway Line 1), Exit 1

Blogs
http://www.lomography.com/magazine/locations/2011/05/31/kyunghee-university-the-most-beautiful-campus-in-korea
http://budgettravel2korea.blogspot.com/2010/04/cherry-blossoms-at-kyunghee-university.html
http://roboseyo.blogspot.com/2009/04/best-cherry-blossom-pictureskyunghee.html

KimchiMen · Post time 30-12-2014 01:47 AM

Seasonal Attractions - Autumn

2013 Autumn Foliage

2012 Autumn Foliage

Info from KTO:

The Korea Meteorological Administration has announced that autumn foliage will make its appearance 1~5 days later than it has in previous years. The foliage, changing of colors in leaves, normally peaks 2 weeks after the process begins, and its timing differs by region.

This year, the foliage is expected to arrive in early October in the eastern region, mid-October in the central region, and late October in the western region. The changing of colors in leaves on mountains in each region will also resemble the foliage schedule. For instance, Seoraksan Mountain will have its first foliage starting October 2nd and peak foliage starting October 17th; Jirisan Mountain will have its first foliage starting October 10th and peak foliage starting October 18th; and Naejangsan Mountain will have its first foliage starting October 25th and peak foliage starting November 6th.

* First foliage = 20% of a given area’s foliage has changed colors
* Peak foliage = 80% or more of a given area’s foliage has changed colors

Courtesy of: Korea Meteorological Administration ([url=http://www.kma.go.kr/]www.kma.go.kr[/url])

Where to enjoy autumn leaves in Seoul
http://ajummasjournal.blogspot.com/2010/11/where-to-enjoy-autumn-leaves-in-seoul.html

1) Gyeongbukgung

2) Deuksugung Stone Wall

Direction : Exit 3 or 12, Deoksugung Station, Line 1 or 2

3) Samcheongdong Road

4) Yeouido Park

5) Yonsei University

Direction:
Sinchon station exit # 3. Walk straight for about 10 minutes until you reach the university front gate

6) Secret Garden, Changdeukgung

7) Parks around Seoul

Where to enjoy autumn leaves outside Seoul
http://x-clusive.sg/2011/08/16/autumn-getaway-spots-in-korea/

1) Nami Island

2) Seoraksan ( Mount Sorak)

3) Odaesan

Direction :
From Dong Seoul BusTerminal take a bus to Jinbu (06:32-20:05, depart every 30~40 min, ride 2 hrs 15 mins).
Take a bus bound for Mt. Odaesan or Woljeongsa & Naksansa at Jinbu Bus Terminal (12 times a day, 15 min ride).

4) Jirisan Mountain

Direction :
From Gurye Train Station (Jeollanam-do Province), take City Bus bound for Gurye-eup. Transfer to the bus bound for Yeongoksa Temple or Piagol Valley at Gurye Bus Terminal (first bus 6:40 / last bus 19:40 / 1 hour interval / 30 minute ride).

5) Naejangsan Mountain

Direction :
From Jeongeup Bus Terminal, take a bus No.171 headed to Mt. Naejangsan National Park.(Bus runs every 20 min)
Taxi takes 20 minutes.

6) Metasequoia-lined Road , Damyang : http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_1_1_1.jsp?cid=1174192

*pic credit to KTO

Direction :
From the Seoul Express Bus Terminal or Dong Seoul Terminal (Subway Line 2), take the bus to the Damyang Terminal (10:00 to 16:00 / Travel time: 3hr 45min.) >> From the Damyang Bus Terminal, walk 30min along the right side of the road until you see the Metasequoia-lined Road. You may also take a taxi from the Bus Terminal (approx. 15 min)

KimchiMen · Post time 30-12-2014 01:48 AM

Seasonal Attractions - Winter

1) Seoul Plaza Ice Rink - from opens from mid December til mid Feb only

2) Ttukseom Supia Park : http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_1_1_1.jsp?cid=1149636&nearBy=site

Direction :
Ttukseom Resort Station (Seoul Subway Line 7), Exit 2 or 3

Entrance fees: 8,000 won

3) Ski resorts across South Korea : http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_6.jsp?cid=860692

Review & gambar Yongpyong Ski Resort by forumer whiteberry:
http://mforum.cari.com.my/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=654327&extra=page%3D1&page=90 -->post #2245

4) Hwacheon Sancheoneo ( Mount Trout) Ice Festival
http://www.narafestival.com/07_global/?f_code=02_01&lang=eng
http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_2_1.jsp?cid=685135

When : Jan every year

Direction:
From Dong Seoul Bus Terminal, take an intercity bus to Hwacheon Terminal.
Hwacheon Stream is located within 10-minutes' walking distance of the terminal.

Can book a tour package thru the following agent :

Mr.KimDong : [email protected] - can mention rosliana dr malaysia yg rekemen ( forumer yanadin)

Gambar from forumer yanadin : http://mforum4.cari.com.my/viewthread.php?tid=625476&extra=page%3D1&page=8

5) Grand Hyatt Seoul Ice Skating Rink - opens from 26th Nov 2012

Photo Credit: Grand Hyatt Seoul
The Grand Hyatt Seoul Ice Skating Rink is slated to resume operation on December 1st.

Throughout the operation period, Grand Hyatt Seoul will hold a series of special programs and events including ice skating lessons, weekly events, and discount events for children and couples. Moreover, the hotel will be giving away 30% discount admission coupons via Facebook starting on November 26th.

Meanwhile, the Grand Hyatt Seoul Ice Skating Rink, for its beautiful and romantic atmosphere, has appeared in many TV dramas and commercials. General admission is 22,000 won on weekdays and 26,000 won on weekends.

http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/FU/FU_EN_15.jsp?cid=1756436

KimchiMen · Post time 30-12-2014 01:48 AM

Rough guide for backpackers

Daily Expenses
between airport & downtown Seoul - by Arex express = 13,800
between airport & downtown Seoul - by Arex commuter = 3,850
between airport & downtown Seoul - by airport limousine bus = 10,000 ( 14,000 if deluxe airport bus)
between airport & downtown Seoul - by taxi - 60k ( if request earlier), 80k and above if use airport taxi

based on exchange rate : 1,000 won = RM2.90

guesthouse - dormitory - 20-25k won per nite = RM73
guesthouse - private room with attached bathroom - 40-60k won per nite = RM174
travel by subway - bajet 20k utk 1 week = RM58
makan2 kat itaewon (halal food) - 8-15k per meal = RM43
makan2 kat kedai korean seafood - 5-10k per dish = RM29
makan2 kebab kat Namdaemun - 3.5 kto 5k = RM14
minum2 coffee kat coffee house - 3k to 6k = RM17
nasik putih instant - average 1.5k ( rega between 1,450 to 2,000, ikut size) = RM4.50
theme parks = +- 38k perentry = RM110
palaces - suggest amik combined tickets - 10k for 5 palaces = RM29

utk shopping
3 helai t-shirt - 10k
1 papan FM ( 4 ketul) - 5-10k
1 papan keychain - 5-10k
Sudu garfu satu set - 3-5k
Ketip kuku - 5-10k
Kain silk/cotton - starting from 5k per yard
Brooch - starting from 2-3k each
Korean comforter set - 25k perset

Wireless Internet Option

1) S Roaming

Wireless pocket wifi

KimchiMen · Post time 30-12-2014 01:48 AM

Frequently Asked Question (FAQ)

1) Saya nak ke Namsan GH, nak naik bus no brape & brape won tambang bus?
Bus 6015 - tambang 10,000 won
Bus 6001 - tambang 14,000 won - bus ni akan singgah Gimpo Airport dulu before proceed to Seoul

2) Saya sampai airport pukul 9.45pm, agak2 sempat tak nak amik last bus pegi Myeongdong?
kalo nak try naik bus tu gak..start dr smpi tu trus gi ke area aerotrain...follow je direction..dah smpi main buliding..ko kene lari kejo eskelator kecik lagi sempit tu nak naik atas ..time ni le kene rebut2 skit dgn org lain..kat situ nak tuju imigresen..byk line nye tapi try to be dlm line yg pendek...kat situ kejap je ceknye kalo dah dok depan2 + kalo x de rolem..and nak lagi slamat bawak cabin luggage je so x yah le nak tunggu beg...so confirm sempat..
chimei slalu dok rempit kat area imigresen tu le..pastu tunggu beg kejap je kuar..pastu lari keluar kat gate 5...mmg seyes sempat la so far wat keje2 running2 ni....kalo bleh jgn singgah mane2 le...tiket bus bleh beli time nak naik bus tu..

3) Macam mana nak pakai KR Pass?

1. beli tix online kat web dia n print voucher
2. naik subway pegi seoul station (korail station) n redeem KR pass. tunjuk voucher kat kaunter n nnti dorang akan kasik KR pass ni (ni 3 day pass ye)

3. bile dah dpt KR Pass ni baru la ko pi claim tiket ko nak gi mane..cuntuh ke Busan, check timetable display tuk naik train pukul brape n bitau kat kaunter tu..and nnti dorang akan issue tiket ni..

4.  everytime ko nak dpt tiket ni tunjuk la KR pass tu (KR pass ni kita simpan ye)

5. ape je ko bleh naik guna KR pass ni? Subway tak buleh. cuma train korail je..cuntuh KTX, Saemaul, Mugunghwa. Semua destinasi yg menggunakan train2 ni buleh le guna KR pass.

6. Kalo ko guna KR pass ni tuk travel luar Seoul mmg berbaloi sbb bleh guna korail train ni.  kalo within seoul cam x bebaloi sbb tmpt2 semua reachable by subway.

again KR pass x bleh guna tuk subway ye..

hope that help..

refer kat this blog:
http://myoutsteps.blogspot.com/search/label/KOREA%207th?updated-max=2011-07-20T20:04:00-07:00&max-results=20&start=8&by-date=false

Kat dlm long distance train ( KTX, Saemul, Mugunghwa) boleh makan and ade org jual2 makanan jugak .

4) Berape tambang taxi dari Incheon International Airport ke Seoul?
Kalau suruh guesthouse yg arrangekan, biasenye diorang charge dlm 60,000 won per car .. max 3-4 person
Kalau amik taxi direct from airport, charge from 80,000 won onwards

5) Macam mana nak book air tickets to Jeju ?

T'Way Airlines

Sila refer to Zarina's blog on how to register as member first
http://budgettravel2korea.blogspot.com/2011/09/how-to-register-for-tway-airlines.html

Ni pulak how to buy the tickets
http://budgettravel2korea.blogspot.com/2011/09/how-to-purchase-tickets-from-tway.html

*credit goes to tuan empunya blog yer...

6) Register Eastar Jet but receive error ''Enter your name in Roman characters only' ?

Nama tak boleh ada space ...

7) Kalo nak beli sim card koya (prepaid) ada jual kat mana? berapa rm? telco apa?

Korea takde prepaid & dorang nya system different ngan kita.
Recommended beli Calling Card ( mcm ITalk card tu) ..

Kene make sure tepon tu ade at least 3G .... kalo tepon takde 3G, takleh pakai kat sane utk wat call...

8) Senang tak nak carik Wifi?

Wifi connection ade merata2 ...some are free, some are not ...coffee shops biasenye free .. dlm subway pun ade Wifi.. dlm KTX pun ade ( free lagik ) ... guesthouse biasenye provide free wifi ...

9) Macam mana nak pegi Sokcho from Nami Island

Naik train dari Gapyeong ke nam chuncheon station (sbb station neh  yg dekat chuncheon bus terminal)
Then, naik bus ker sokcho (dekat 3jam gak la)

Bus fare chuncheon- sokcho 12500 won

chuncheon bus terminal walking distence dari nam chuncheon station iaitu 2nd last station....kalau last station line neh kan chuncheon tapi station chuncheon jauh dari chuncheon bus terminal so klu saper 2 yg nak gi chuncheon bus terminal kene turun kat nam chuncheon 2nd station last before chuncheon station

More explanation : http://mforum.cari.com.my/viewthread.php?tid=644742&extra=page%3D1&page=28 --> post#696

10) Kalau nak pos barang, brape rate?

pos guna DHL.... 77k won utk 17.1 kg....so lebih kurang 4k la utk sekilo... Lebih kurang 12 hengget sekilo... Fiza rasa cam ok jer... X la mahal sgt.... Cepat pn cepat... Fiza anta khamis ptg, sabtu pagi dg sampai kastam....

11) Ade tak beg wrapping service kat Incheon International Airport?

kalau nk wrap kat Incheon Airport takder.. just ikat and kotak jer disediakan. aritu me ngan kwn amik yg ikat jer.. =) rega utk tali tu, 3k per bag

12) Macammana nak beli tiket ITX?

Boleh refer kat blog chimei nih : http://myoutsteps.blogspot.com/2012/06/south-korea-9th-trip-day-3.html
Seat selection : mase aku beli tu aku tak pilih seat..mesin tu mmg dah choose seat tuk 6 org..mmg sebelah2 la...based on yg mane kosong..so aku x perlu pilih dah..tapi timing tu mmg mesin tu yg tetapkan...let say ko smpi kul 9..tapi seat yg available tuk 6 org cuma ade kul 11 je so dia akan auto select time tu + seat number...aku rase boleh je pilih seat ....kalo dah penuh mesin tu akan inform kat situ...

ITX ni mmg dr yongsan je ker?klu cheongyani ke gapyeong xde ker?
ITX ni stop kat 6 station ye..so bleh naik kat mane2 6 station ni..kat every stop yg dia berenti tu bleh beli tiket

Yongsan (용산)
Cheongnyangni (청량리)
Pyeongnae hopyeong (평내호평)
Gapyeong (가평)
Namchuncheon (남춘천)
Chuncheon (춘천)

13) Macam mana nak beli tiket Jeju Air to Jeju ?

a) Kene register as member dulu baru boleh beli tiket
b) Nama passenger kene taip without spacing : example : MOHAMMAD ALI kene type MOHAMMADALI
c) Bila dah proceed sampai purchase information kena click "Foreign Issued Card" dan bukan " credit card" (credit card tu hanya untuk local sahaja).

14) Better tukar RM to USD, then kat sane baru tukar to Won, or tukar terus dari RM to Won, or just bawak RM then tukar to Won kat sane?

tukar won lagi better sbb kat sana mostly guna won je pun..kalo guna USD beli barang2 kat duty free je le...leceh kalo nak gi tukar kat sana nnti...
Kalau bawak RM dari m'sia, kat sane nanti susah jugak nak tukar sebab ade money changer tak accept RM .. unless kalau bawak USD la... tapi dari buang mase nak cari money changer, baik la tukar kat m'sia siap2 to won

15) Ape nak pakai time winter ?

kalo mmg sungguh2 tak tahan..avoid la outdoor yg banyak ye..cari outfit yg btui2 sesuai ...for winter jacket avoid jenis wool semata2 and the best is jenis yg gelembung2 tu sbb dia kalis air and dlm dia tebal

guna thermal yg wool 100% bukan baju je tapi seluar sama..means sepasang le..chimei slalu pakai baju je..seluar malas nak pakai...ekekek...

chimei penah mention about heatech uniqlo,

http://www.thestylishtraveler.co ... enerating-clothing/

k actually utk chimei tu dah cukup cumanya on top of heatech chimei pakai lagi 2 helai t-shirt pastu baru la winter jacket so total 4 pasang pakai skali harung...akakkaka..

BUT...untuk yg x tahan sejup and 1st time gi time winter di advicekan for full attire....bwk kawan chimei aritu time winter, culture shock ok...hahhahaa..kesian2..but it's good experience for her..

never miss glove + socks wool + muffler..ni paling penting..ade sometimes tu muffler ni function dia as nak tutup mulut n idung sbb kalo telampau sejuk susah nak benafas so cover dgn muffler k..and those yg bertudung mgkn xde masalah dgn telinga sbb dah tutup but yg tak pakai try la guna beanie hat nnti sakit telinga lak

and lastly the most important thing is vaselin...to avoid skin dryness..

mmg serious kalo x guna lotion time winter kulit akan crack means mengelupas and kering giler...so never go out without vaselin ye..sapu la satu badan pun x pe..hehe....oh! sunblock juga penting tuk muka ye..kang bebelang lak muka

16) What to do if you lost your passport in Seoul?

1) Kena pi report polis... sila report polis yg dekat itaewon kalo korang perasan dia kat tempat turun subway tu... itu mmg ada counter international.. balik polis lain is takde ok..

2) pergi embassy.. malaysia punya embassy dekat area itaewon tu jugak.... and harus diingat kaunter bukak smpai kul 11 pagi sahajaaa... sebaik ade dak hazim.. diorang sampai kul 11.30 kot.. so pastuuu sebab dak hazim ni semua org kedutaan kenal, so diorang kata dtg balik kul 2...

3) passport dia sementara je bukan passport betol... so esok nya baru leh collect.. sebaik diorang transfer tiket tu 2 hari lepas the exact date yg kitorang kena fly...

4) dah sampai epot, passport tu takkan lakuuuu.. pulak dah... dia takkan laku kalo takde stamp masuk tu... so korang kena pi immigration kat bawah suruh dia cop kan date bila masuk...

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af_1993 · Post time 30-12-2014 05:08 PM

aikk org first check in ke

tnieyz · Post time 31-12-2014 09:15 AM

2nd....

happy new year all...
moga 2015 lbh baik dr 2014. Aminnn...

myaussha · Post time 31-12-2014 09:35 AM

3rd...

Happy new year

syue86 · Post time 31-12-2014 11:11 AM

start study balik rumah ni
rindunye koreaaaaa

Aneem · Post time 31-12-2014 11:58 PM

Rumah dh 18 br nk study..
masak..
kena buat toyol ni..

uncun · Post time 2-1-2015 04:12 PM

kawan-kawan.. tolong komen itinerary... tema trip => jalan-jalan cuci mata

Day 1 :KL - Airport Seoul - Hostel - KTO - Cheonggyecheon Stream - Myeong-dong
Day 2: Petite France - Nami Island - Dongdaemon - Doota Mall
Day 3: Namsangol Hanok Village - Insadong - Deoksugung Palace - Gyeongbokgung Palace - Gwanghamun Square - Namdaemon Market
Day 4 :Myeongdong - Namsam Tower
Day 5: Itaewon - Banpo Bridge
Day 6 :Sungkyunkwan University - Sido Island (Full House)
Day 7 :Back to KL

thanks in advance

KimchiMen · Post time 2-1-2015 07:11 PM

uncun replied at 2-1-2015 04:12 PM
kawan-kawan.. tolong komen itinerary... tema trip => jalan-jalan cuci mata

Day 1 :KL - Airport Se ...

kawan-kawan.. tolong komen itinerary... tema trip => jalan-jalan cuci mata

Day 1 :KL - Airport Seoul - Hostel - KTO - Cheonggyecheon Stream - Myeong-dong
nk mudah cheonggye stream tu msuk kt ari yg sm ngn gyeongbokgung sbb tmpt die 1kwsn tuk 3 tmpt (gyeongbokgung-gwanghwamun-sg gombak)..bleh jugak nk msuk kn bukchon hanok village n insadong skali..cume patah kaki je la klau nk g sume tu 1ari..hehehehe
Day 2: Petite France - Nami Island - Dongdaemon - Doota Mall
OK
Day 3: Namsangol Hanok Village - Insadong - Deoksugung Palace - Gyeongbokgung Palace - Gwanghamun Square - Namdaemon Market
namdaemun mlm da tutup klau nk msuk2 dlm building tu..better g namdaemun ppagi
Day 4 :Myeongdong - Namsam Tower
OK
Day 5: Itaewon - Banpo Bridge
siang2 xde wt pape ke slain g itaewon???kejap je pusg itaewon tu da bosan..klau nk ke banpo bridge bleh amek bus bleh amek bus dr noksapyeong station..bus no 740..bus mini kaler kuning..nnti da nmpk banpo bridge tekan loceng n turun btl2 kt bwh banpo bridge tu..tp klau sggup jln kaki silekn..hehehe
Day 6 :Sungkyunkwan University - Sido Island (Full House)
sindo island tau bkn sido..nnti org sane xphm..hehehe
xpenah smpi tmpt full house tp kene naek feri bgai tuk smpi ctu..bleh check kt mn2 blog or website KTO k tuk g sne
Day 7 :Back to KL

thanks in advance

MissNigga · Post time 2-1-2015 09:41 PM

2 minggu lgi nak off pi Seoul ... ya Allah .. nerbousnyaaaa.....
tak study apa apa lagi ...
sesapa yang pernah pi seoul tu .. mohon share itinerary uolsss...

MissNigga · Post time 2-1-2015 09:43 PM

Iols nak cover area seoul dan tourist attraction reachable by public transportation dari seoul jer (daily trip)...
travel back pack .. any recommended back pack or economy hotel ...

KimchiMen · Post time 3-1-2015 12:07 AM

MissNigga replied at 2-1-2015 09:43 PM
Iols nak cover area seoul dan tourist attraction reachable by public transportation dari seoul jer ( ...

area seoul pnye subway mmg sng nk ke sume attraction place..kuar exit je da bleh reach tmpt2 yg nk pegi tu..missnigga bleh stay kt mcm2 guesthouse area seoul n the best place is myeongdong..bleh try tgk booking.com or agoda n search myeongdong area..nnti bleh tgk rate tiap2 guesthouse or budget hostel kt area tu..klau juz sorg2 bleh stay kt girl generation hostel tp xtau la still available lg ke x

marufie · Post time 3-1-2015 12:13 AM

ooh dah lama x jenguk dah masuk rumah baru..baru berhajat nak study jeju island

MissNigga · Post time 3-1-2015 12:29 AM

KimchiMen replied at 3-1-2015 12:07 AM
area seoul pnye subway mmg sng nk ke sume attraction place..kuar exit je da bleh reach tmpt2 yg nk ...

Tenkiu Abe Kimchi ... baguih ar sistem subway Seoul very efficient and effective ...Any attraction places around Seoul yang Abe Kimchi leh recommended...
Iols ni kurang menyopping .... just jalan jalan cuci mata nengok keindahan dan tempat tempat menarik sajork ...

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