Joanna James
When looking for destinations to take the family on holiday this year, look no further than the fascinating nation of South Korea. With a host of cities to check out and experiences to embrace, South Korea presents many a rewarding journey such as those made reference to down below. Have a look at this guide.
Know that South Korea can be enjoyed throughout the course of the year with each of the four seasons bringing with it its own distinct offerings. However, if you aren’t a massive fan of the cold weather, then it is best to stay well clear of the winter season (December to mid-March). Without a doubt, the best periods for visiting and exploring South Korea is either during the spring season (March to May) or the autumn season (September to November). Additionally, you can expect daily temperatures to hover between 12 – 18 degrees Celsius with mostly clear days that would provide conducive conditions to get your walking shoes out and begin adventuring.
Depending on the scope of your itinerary, you will need to reserve suitable forms of accommodation. This way your mind will be at ease which in turn, will lead you to channelling your energies and efforts towards having one fabulous time with your family. However, bookings must be done at the earliest and no sooner you finalise your travel plans and have a fair idea of where you will be spending time at in South Korea. Researching on hotels that offer rooms with extra beds will be a feasible practice. As an add-on, consider restaurants that feature kids’ menus. If travelling with infants or toddlers, then the room you opt for must ideally be equipped with a baby crib. Against such a backdrop, you may toy with the thought of staying at Oakwood Premier Incheon where you may avail of such a facility within a 2 bedroom apartment in Incheon Korea.
Public transportation such as buses, trains and bullet trains (KTX High Speed Trains) will be your best bets. All options run like clockwork and if you see yourself commuting from Seoul to far out cities such as Busan and Incheon, then it is recommended that you select the latter which connects South Korean cities seamlessly and in a truly hassle-free manner. Avoid getting about during rush hour for if you have smaller kids, then utilising items such as strollers on streets can be a nightmare given the hullaballoo that you will invariably encounter.
Start off in the capital city of Seoul which offers a myriad of outings and enjoyable excursions. Head over to Bukchon Hanbok Village and be attired in the ‘hanbok’ which is Korea’s national dress before turning your attention towards Gyeongbokgung Palace which is one of the many palaces in the city which plays host to the changing of the guard ceremony. You may even sign up for a private K-pop dancing class with the kids and groove for a few hours. Next up is the city of Gyeongju where you can uncover centuries of Korena history within the four walls Bulguksa Temple. Afterwards, schedule a trip to Gyeonggju National Museum and be awed by the exhibits that successfully recall the times of the former dynasties. Also, be sure to allocate time for Incheon and specifically, Incheon National Park where you will be well placed to delight in a rustic ambience right in the heart of a thriving metropolis. Having rested here, make way for a journey to Incheon Chinatown which presents a tempting array of Chinese delicacies to be had ranging from fire pot dumplings, red bean paste cookies and noodles served in a rich black soybean sauce (jajangmyeon). Conclude your travels on Jeju Island which is replete with volcanic landscapes where you may go hiking through Seongsan Ilchulbong and take pleasure of a glorious sunrise or sunset. Beach time is also a certainty in this section of the country with opportunities to enjoy snorkelling serving as an outstanding way to truly appreciate one’s surroundings.
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