Since the global outbreak of COVID-19 in 2019, travel had been put on hold for a while. Who could have imagined that my last trip to Jeju Island in 2018 would be my final journey for such a long time? Although the COVID situation hadn’t completely settled, I decided to ease my restlessness by planning a budget-friendly trip to nearby ...
During my previous trip to Osaka, Japan, I was able to visit various tourist attractions at a discounted price by using the “Osaka Pass.” In the past, it was quite rare to find a similar travel pass in South Korea that would allow you to visit multiple attractions for free with just one pass. However, now even in South Korea’s ...
When traveling to Jeju Island, it’s common to use air travel. While it’s possible to travel to Jeju by ferry, most people opt for a flight. Jeju Airport, serving as the gateway to and from Jeju Island, holds the status of an international airport. Thanks to this, even domestic travelers can take advantage of the duty-free shops. “Jeju Airport Duty-Free ...
The time had come to leave Jeju after wrapping up our trip. Returning the rental car and arriving at the airport, I couldn’t help but feel like I had arrived too early. With a bit of time to spare and not enough to explore elsewhere, I decided to wander around Jeju Airport. “Jeju Airport 3rd Floor Souvenir Shops” I hadn’t ...
Hamdoek Beach in Jeju Island is renowned as one of the top three beautiful beaches with crystal-clear waters. It’s a highly acclaimed tourist destination, often the first to come to mind when thinking of Jeju’s beaches. The area is well-developed with various shops, cafes, and restaurants, making it a bustling hub. Right at the entrance of the beach, you can ...
Situated approximately 20km east of Jeju Airport, Hamdoek Beach is a renowned gem among the beautiful beaches on Jeju Island. Hamdoek Beach harmoniously combines white sands with the emerald hues of the sea. Particularly praised for its water color resembling that of an emerald, it stands out as one of the top three most beautiful beaches on Jeju Island, alongside ...
In the northeastern part of Jeju Island, there is a fortress called “Byeolbangjin.” It was designated as Jeju Monument No.24 on April 13, 1974, and is one of the fortresses that can be found on Jeju Island. “Fortress to Discover in Jeju: Byeolbangjin” The current circumference of the fortress is 950 meters, built utilizing a topography where the south is ...
Starbucks has become a globally recognized corporation, easily found in various locations around the world, much like McDonald’s. Thanks to this, it is said that the Starbucks Index, following in the footsteps of the Big Mac Index, has emerged. You can find Starbucks in various places on Jeju Island as well. Right next to a restaurant serving grilled mackerel and ...
After exploring Seopjikoji in the Seongsan area of Jeju, it was time for lunch. Since this was a solo trip to Jeju, there were many times when meal times were a bit uncertain. There were also times when I went to eat, only to find out that the restaurant didn’t accommodate solo diners. I looked for a place in the ...
Seopjikoji, situated on the eastern coast of Jeju, is a place renowned for its coastal scenery with Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak as the backdrop. The natural landscape harmonizing with the sea makes it one of the must-see attractions of a Jeju trip. “Jeju Seopjikoji” In the name Seopjikoji, “Seopji” means a place where many scholars (才士) were produced, and “koji” is ...
KFC is a globally recognized franchise business that can rival McDonald’s. Harland David Sanders, known as Colonel Sanders, is the founder of KFC and is also the mascot symbolizing the brand. You can find the grandfather mascot in front of every KFC store. “In Jungmun Tourist Complex, Jeju: Grandfather in Haenyeo Attire at KFC” You can also find a KFC ...
Near Seongsan Harbor in Jeju Island, you can find a direct sales market selling flatfish. You can visit the “Seongsanpo Fisheries Cooperative Flatfish Center,” where you can find various seafood. Since it is operated by the fisheries cooperative, one of the advantages is that you can enjoy raw fish at an affordable price without the need for a haggling process. ...