Korea Travel Planner

From fascinating culture and rich history to culinary delights and incredible 24-hour shopping, expect the unexpected in Korea.

This exciting country offers many unique opportunities to enjoy an authentic Korean experience. Start by becoming a monk for a day or two and experience life and meditation at a Korean Buddhist temple on a Korean Templestay program. Or join one of Korea s many exciting festivals, offering something for everyone. Let yourself go and enjoy a mud massage at the Boryeong Mud Festival in July or roll up your sleeves and learn the art of making Korea s national dish kimchi at the Gwangju Kimchi Festival in October.

Another Korean experience is to go trekking, especially in autumn when the scenery is particularly stunning. Get lost in the beauty of Seoraksan National Park, with its towering granite cliffs, spectacular autumn foliage, hidden temples and sparkling streams.

Shoppers are also catered for in Korea. In fact, in the capital city of Seoul, it s not shop till you drop - it s shop all day, shop all night! For dedicated shoppers, Doosan Tower in Dongadaemun fashion town is open from 10am until 5am or you have the choice of many night markets across the city.

If there is one thing all visitors to Korea have fallen in love with, it is the Korean barbecue restaurant, where you can share a table with friends and cook your own barbecue meal. Try some marinated beef (bulgogi) or marinated beef ribs (galbi), served with an amazing array of side dishes.

Enjoy a stay at one of Seoul's top hotels, such as the W Seoul Hotel where you can indulge your senses in the Away Spa or be wowed by the ultra chic and spacious rooms. The hotel also offers all the fun of one of Seoul s top bars.

Put on your walking shoes and take a free walking tour through the 600-year-old city of Seoul, taking in the beautiful royal palaces and arts and cultural streets such as Insadong.