South Korea covers the southern part of the Korean peninsula. The capital city Seoul is located in the North west and the Jeju Island is located in southern part of Korean peninsula. South Korea is surrounded by yellow Sea and Sea of Japan. South Korea is historically surrounded by nine gates, and many temples, museums, ancient architectures, and palaces. Now days Korea became famous for Samsung company around the world and K-Pop music. Many people travel to Korea to experience cultures and to enjoy shopping and to go to experience more K-Pop music.

Capital City: Seoul Other major cities: Pusan, Jeju Island, Gyeongju Airport code: Incheon International Airport (ICN) National Carrier: Korean Airline (KE) Asiana Airline (OZ) Currency/Code: WON / Language: Korean Time zone: UTC +9 Voltage: 220 Valuable Information

* Most tourist destinations are towards the north therefore since the climate is humid. * Spring & Fall: are pleasant in South Korea. * The two season tends to be the driest times of the year. * Summer: Mid July – mid August is the rainy season * Winter:temperatures often plummeting below 0 * Daytime tempt is around 20celcius & chilly during the night.

* No special advisories for South Korea. * Normal security precautions

Tensions between South Korea and North Korea: -Tensions have increased on the Korean peninsula as a result of North Korea’s ongoing nuclear weapons -no immediate threat to Canadians in South Korea from North Korean government Crime: -low rate of crime against foreigners -avoid walking alone after dark -use public transportation after dark, it will be safer than using taxis, when travelling alone -watch for your own belongings -women’s watch out for sexual assaults Transportation: -many aggressive drivers around, so rate of accidents are very high -have your destination written in Korean when you get on taxi

* Valid Canadian Passport * Tourist do not require visa (less than 180 days)

* Check to have routine vaccines are up-to-date regardless of your travel * There are international clinics in general hospitals in major cities * Canadian consular officials can provide a list of hospitals upon request. * Do not drink right from tap water

* The number of Canadians arrested and detained for drug-related charges has increased significantly. * Tourists are required to make a declaration to customs officers if they are entering or leaving the country with more than the equivalent of US$10,000, including local currency. * Penalties for drinking and driving are strict * Many Canadians go and teach English and they need valid documents, university degrees and ESL certificates. * The currency is the won (KRW).

* The rainy (monsoon) season extends from the end of June until August. * Severe rainstorms can cause flooding and landslides * Typhoons occur in August and September * Pollution levels peak in March, April and May (due to yellow dust).

* Kimchi * Korean BBQ * kimbab Beverages: * Sikhye Can you drink the water in destination? At this destination you would have to filter your water, it cannot be taken from the tap.

* Traditional aspects of Korea (Clothes) * Cultural aspects of Korean * Religion: Christians & Buddhism * Visit the temple anytime * Attraction * Buddhism celebrates the Buddha’s birth * Christians celebrates christmas Criminal behaiviour is not popular in South Korea but watch out during night. - Avoid small ally ways

* Wheres the best shopping area? * Myung dong * Cosmetic/clothes * Keychains Night life: -Clubbing -Drinking

* The Korean Folk Village: it is a museum where ancient life in Korea is re-enacted. * Panmunjom: it is a border line zone between South Korea and North Korea. Both South and North Korean Soldiers guard the area. Only this area can be visited by people who book in advance on an organized tour. * Namhansanseong Castle: It is a Fortress located on Mt.Namhan.

* Located in Yongin which is one of a small city, but out side of major city * Address: 90, Minsokchon-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do * Man-made * Adult:15,000 won(about $15) Teenager: 12,000 won(about $12) Child/Senior: 10,000 won(about $10) * Hour of Operation: Summer: 9:00 to 18:30 winter: 9:00 to 17:00 * Tourists can experience and see traditional houses that was built in old days and also they can see folk performances every day 2times, which shows like traditional wedding, equestrian feats, and etc..

* Located right between South Korea and North Korea boarder. Which is just located in town of kyunggido, south korea * Address: Eoryong-ri, Jinseo-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do Eoryong- ri * Man-made * Weekdays(Tue-Fri):77,000won(about $77) Weekends(Sat): 78,000won (about $78) * Hour of Operation: Weekdays(Tue-Fri):8:50-15:30/9:30-16:30/10:00-17:30 Weekends(Sat.): 8:50-15:00/11:30-17:30 * Tourist can see border line of the two Koreas and Panmunjom is not open everyday for single visitors. It only opens when the tour groups register in advance. There are many rules when the visitors go visit Panmunjom, such as the tour is not permitted to children of the age 11 or below and visitors always need to carry around passports. There are certain dress code too.

Left South Korea, Right North Korea

* Located in Sanseong-ri Jungbu-myeon Gwangju 24km away from major city Seoul. * Adress: Sansung-ri Jungbu-myeon Gwangju-si Gyunggi-do * Nature * No entrance fee, but visitors pay the parking fee car: 1,000won(about $1) bus: 2,000won(about $2) * Hour of Operation: * It is a Fortress, which is provincial park close to Seoul. Visitors can experience the culture of Korea and see historical places. It will be good for hikers to just walk up the mountain.

* Tour Operator: Air Canada Vacation * Name Of Tour: Seoul city stay -2night/3days * Transportations details: -take airplane from YYZ to ICN -cost: $498(hotel) + $ (flight)=$ AC 061 YYZ to ICN Sep.8, :05-16:35 (+1day), Economy Class -AC 062 ICN to YYZ Sep.12, :30- 18:10, Economy Class

* Inclusions: 2 nights of accommodation in selected category All airport transfers City tour of Seoul Meals as per itinerary Notes: Flights not included. Transfer following the city tour on day 2 not included. * Documents required: -Canadian citizens do not require a visa to enter Korea for people staying less than 90 days. -Passport to enter Korea and return to Canada.

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