Update on Dec 3 2011: Video Of Seoul
Annyeonghaseyo
Annyeonghaseyo
As you guys now know, Suz and I are planning a trip to Korea in 2015. Initially, we didn't plan on telling anyone yet because it was just a word of say and didn't have anything plan or anything concrete finalized. However, word got around and everyone kept asking so here I am officially saying that yes we are in the midst of planning a trip to Korea in 2015.
So, Why Korea? For the simplest reason, we are interested in the culture which was triggered by our beloved Leena Minah who made us watch WGM and got all of us hooked. Hence, apart from hoping we could bump into some of our favourite acts (think snsd), we want to go there to experience and embrace the culture.
Now, I am pretty sure, you must be wondering why 2015? For the most obvious reason that we need to save the moo-lah.Yes, we need that long to save because going to Korea is not cheap and having a longer period of time to save means more moo-lah and more moo-lah means more freedom to spend. So if you want to join us, start saving on the moo-lah. We are targeting a budget of 3k per person.
In addition, we are also still not sure if we should go by tour or free and easy. There are pros and cons to both choices. If I follow my heart, I would love to go with the free and easy because I just like the fact that we are free to create our own itinerary and not pay so much to the travel agency. But of course, I know there are a lot more to handle if we choose this path especially the language barrier. Hmm, maybe we should all enroll ourselves to pick up Korean. Anyway, we still have around 3 more years to make the decision.
We will be visiting Seoul and Jeju so this page will be divided into two section. So, all the details/planning will be listed here so do make sure to contribute by commenting or updating this section. Anyway, as this section is just a page and does not work like the blog section where post are separated by dates, it would help when updating, we keep to a certain format to make sure it is organize. I have added categories so if there are new information under that category, add a note so we know which one to look out for. If the category is new, add a new category title. =)
P.S: I found an online website where we can pick some Korean. Go visit talktomeinkorean.com
So, Why Korea? For the simplest reason, we are interested in the culture which was triggered by our beloved Leena Minah who made us watch WGM and got all of us hooked. Hence, apart from hoping we could bump into some of our favourite acts (think snsd), we want to go there to experience and embrace the culture.
Now, I am pretty sure, you must be wondering why 2015? For the most obvious reason that we need to save the moo-lah.Yes, we need that long to save because going to Korea is not cheap and having a longer period of time to save means more moo-lah and more moo-lah means more freedom to spend. So if you want to join us, start saving on the moo-lah. We are targeting a budget of 3k per person.
In addition, we are also still not sure if we should go by tour or free and easy. There are pros and cons to both choices. If I follow my heart, I would love to go with the free and easy because I just like the fact that we are free to create our own itinerary and not pay so much to the travel agency. But of course, I know there are a lot more to handle if we choose this path especially the language barrier. Hmm, maybe we should all enroll ourselves to pick up Korean. Anyway, we still have around 3 more years to make the decision.
We will be visiting Seoul and Jeju so this page will be divided into two section. So, all the details/planning will be listed here so do make sure to contribute by commenting or updating this section. Anyway, as this section is just a page and does not work like the blog section where post are separated by dates, it would help when updating, we keep to a certain format to make sure it is organize. I have added categories so if there are new information under that category, add a note so we know which one to look out for. If the category is new, add a new category title. =)
P.S: I found an online website where we can pick some Korean. Go visit talktomeinkorean.com
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1. Airplane Tix - $1800 SGD
BUDGET BREAKDOWN
This is just a rough budget so we can know how much each person should bring and save for the trip. This section will be updated frequently when more research are done.
1. Airplane Tix - $1800 SGD
Singapore to Korea - SGD $1500
Gimpo Airport to Jeju - SGD $300
2. Transportation Fees in Korea:
Seoul -
Jeju -
3. Excursion Trip Entrance Fee:
3. Food:
Seoul -
Jeju -
3. Food:
Seoul -
Jeju -
4. Accommodation - SGD $300
Seoul - SGD $200
Jeju - SGD $100WHICH SEASON WE WANT TO GO?
Our preference in ranking order:
1. Autumn (September - November) 3℃ to 26℃
2. Spring (March to May) 0℃ to 23℃
3. Summer (June to early September) 17℃ to 30℃
4. Winter (December to mid-March) -20℃ and +4℃
AIRPLANE TICKETS
3 different airlines(Air Asia, Singapore Airlines, Korean Air) to just get a sample airplane tix price. The tix price might differ if we go at a different time so this is just a guide so we can set aside a budget for airplane tix.
1. Air Asia - $513 SGD
Pros: Cheap
Cons: Transit at KL
Pros: Cheap
Cons: Transit at KL
2. Singapore Air - $1,117.40 SGD
Budget for Airplane ticket from Singapore to Korea (Round way Trip): $1500
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ACCOMMODATION
A comparison between two guesthouse to have a rough estimate and based on reviews, namsan guesthouse will be our first choice.
1. Namsan Guesthouse (Myeong-dong)
Price for 4 dorm style room : $103
Estimated days staying : 6 Days
Total Estimated Cost: $618 SGD
2. Seoul Backpackers (Namchang - Dong)
Price for 4 dorm style room : $101
Estimated days staying : 6 Days
Total Estimated Cost: $606 SGD
Estimated cost for Accommodation in Seoul for 6 days: $800
Estimated cost per person for 6 days: $800 / 4 = $200
Budget for Accommodation in Seoul: $200
Estimated cost per person for 6 days: $800 / 4 = $200
Budget for Accommodation in Seoul: $200
ITINERARY
Confirmed Places Of Attraction:
1. Namsan Tower (Namsan, Myeong-dong)
2. Bear Museum (Namsan, Myeong-dong)
3. DMZ
http://www.yehatour.com/service/ServiceInformation/seoul_tour.php?lang=eng&menu=02
Tour Details:
SGD 91/person (Min. 4 people)
Starting Time : 08:30
Route: Inc Airport > Imjingak Station > Undergound Tunnel No.3 > Dorasan Observetory > Dorasan Station > Freedom Bridge > Airport
Tour Details:
SGD 91/person (Min. 4 people)
Starting Time : 08:30
Route: Inc Airport > Imjingak Station > Undergound Tunnel No.3 > Dorasan Observetory > Dorasan Station > Freedom Bridge > Airport
4. Bath House
5. Han River Cruise (Jamsil - Yeoido)
6. Lotte World (Jamsil)
7. Kpop Cafe (Myeong-dong)
8. Shopping (Namdaemun, Dongdaemun, It'aewon, Insadong, Myeng-dong)
9. Sea Train (Gangwon-do, Gangneung-si > Samcheok-si)
10. Aranabi Zipline (Gangwon-do, Gangneung-si)
11. 1 Day Seoul Tour (hop on, hop off bus
If there is time, this might be included too :
1. Rail Bike (Gangwon-do, Jeongseon-gun)
2. Music Bank (Yeouido)
3. M! Countdown (Apgujeong-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul)
4. Kpop Concert
8. Shopping (Namdaemun, Dongdaemun, It'aewon, Insadong, Myeng-dong)
9. Sea Train (Gangwon-do, Gangneung-si > Samcheok-si)
10. Aranabi Zipline (Gangwon-do, Gangneung-si)
11. 1 Day Seoul Tour (hop on, hop off bus
If there is time, this might be included too :
1. Rail Bike (Gangwon-do, Jeongseon-gun)
2. Music Bank (Yeouido)
3. M! Countdown (Apgujeong-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul)
4. Kpop Concert
FOOD IN SEOUL
1. Banana Milk
2. Tteokbokki (Spicy Korean Rice Cake)
3. Bungeoppang (Fish Shaped Waffle)
4. Pat Bing Su (Shaved Ice)
5. Songpyeon (Rice Cake)
6. jajangmyun (Black Bean Noodles)
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Transportation
2. Air Busan- $132 SGD
Budget for Airplane ticket from Singapore to Korea (Round way Trip): $3003 different airlines(Asiana Airlines, Air Busan, Eastern Jet) to just get a sample airplane tix price. The tix price might differ if we go at a different time so this is just a guide so we can set aside a budget for airplane tix.
1. Asiana Airlines - $192 SGD
2. Air Busan- $132 SGD
3. Eastern Jet - $92 SGD
ACCOMMODATION
ITINERARY
1. Yeha Guesthouse
Price for 4 dorm style room : $101
Estimated days staying : 2 Days
Total Estimated Cost: $202 SGD
Estimated cost for Accommodation in Seoul for 2 days: $202
Estimated cost per person for 2 days: $202 / 4 = $50.5
Budget for Accommodation in Jeju: $100
We can hire an english speaking taxi driver to drive us around jeju or join tour provided by the guesthouse.
Global Taxi Fee
8 Hours: $179 SGD per taxi
5 Hours: $119 SGD per taxi
Additional of $12 per every 30 min overtime
TOUR FEE
East Tour Course: $88
West Tour Course: $88
Timing: 8.30am to 6.00pm and runs on alternate days.
West Tour Course: $88
Timing: 8.30am to 6.00pm and runs on alternate days.
ATTRACTIONS
1. Seongsan Ilchulbong(Sunrise Peak)
"A symbol of Jeju". It was registered as a World Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO.
1. Seongsan Ilchulbong(Sunrise Peak)
"A symbol of Jeju". It was registered as a World Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Fee: 2,000 won / $3 SGD
Parking Fee: 2,000 won / $3 SGD
Parking Fee: 2,000 won / $3 SGD
Location: Eastern Side of Jeju, Seongsaneup
4. Cheonjiyeon Fall
The waterfall falls from a precipice with thundering sounds, creating white water pillars.
http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_1_1_1.jsp?cid=264588
Fee: 2,000 won / $3 SGD
Parking Fee: Free
Location: Southern Side of Jeju, Seoguipo City
Parking Fee: Free
Location: Southern Side of Jeju, Seoguipo City
6. Jusangjeolli Cliff
10. Jeju Submarine Tour
Entrance Fee: 50, 000 won / $58 SGD
11. Yongduam Rock
2. Gimnyeong Maze Park
Whether alone, as a couple or as a team, the challenge is the thrill of the search and the reward the taste of success in ringing the Bell!
Entrance Fee: 3300 won / $4 SGD
Parking Fee: free
Location: Eastern of Jeju, Gujwaeup
Parking Fee: free
Location: Eastern of Jeju, Gujwaeup
3. Manjanggul Lava Tube
One of the finest lave tunnels in the world. Registered as a World Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Fee: 2000 won / $3 SGD
Parking Fee: Free
Parking Fee: Free
Location: Eastern of Jeju, Gujwaeup,
4. Cheonjiyeon Fall
The waterfall falls from a precipice with thundering sounds, creating white water pillars.
http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_1_1_1.jsp?cid=264588
Fee: 2,000 won / $3 SGD
Parking Fee: Free
Location: Southern Side of Jeju, Seoguipo City
5. Jeongbang Fall
Only water fall in Asia that falls directly into the ocean.
http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_1_1_1.jsp?cid=264181
Entrance Fee: 2000 won / $3 SGDhttp://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_1_1_1.jsp?cid=264181
Parking Fee: Free
Location: Southern Side of Jeju, Seoguipo City
6. Jusangjeolli Cliff
The Jusangjeolli are stone pillars piled up along the coast and is a designated cultural monument of Jejudo Island.
Entrance Fee: 2,000 won / $3 SGD
Parking Fee: 2,000 won / $3 SGD
Location: Southern Side of Jeju, Jungmun, Near International Conventional Centre
Parking Fee: 2,000 won / $3 SGD
Location: Southern Side of Jeju, Jungmun, Near International Conventional Centre
7. O’sulloc Museum
In O’Sulloc Green Tea Museum, visitors can enjoy not only real green tea leaves but also the culture, history of green tea
Entrance Fee: Free
Parking Fee: Free
Parking Fee: Free
Location: Southern of Jeju, Andeok-myeon
8. Miniature Theme Park (Soingook)
Jejudo’s major tourist attraction, covering about 20,000 square meters of land, holding various miniature models of famous architecture from all over the world.
Entrance Fee: 9,000 won / $11 SGD
Parking Fee: Free
Location: Southern of Jeju, Andeok-myeon
9. Jeju Glass Castle
First glass theme park in Korea
Entrance Fee: 9,000 won / $11 SGD
Location: South of Jeju, Andeok-myeon
10. Jeju Submarine Tour
This submarine, which accommodates 50 passengers, descends 20 meters into the undersea world teeming with life.
http://www.jejusubmarine.com/Entrance Fee: 50, 000 won / $58 SGD
Location: South of Jeju, Songaksan Mountain
11. Yongduam Rock
Yongduam was created by strong winds and waves over thousands of years.
Entrance Fee: Free
Parking Fee: Free
Location: North of Jeju, Jeju City, Yongduam
Parking Fee: Free
Location: North of Jeju, Jeju City, Yongduam
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