Korea travel tips

Korea Street Smoking Rules You Must Read Before Lighting Up

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If you thought you could smoke anywhere on Korean streets, you need to read this first. Korea has very strict indoor no-smoking policies, and outdoor no-smoking zones are expanding fast. There are actually foreign travelers who get fined because they didn’t know the rules. Having been active in Hongdae for 10 years, there’s a question … Read more

3 Mistakes First-Time Visitors Make with Korea’s Shoes-Off Culture

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A foreigner taking off shoes at a Korean home entryway before entering

In Korea, taking off your shoes before entering indoors is basic etiquette. It applies not just at homes, but also at some restaurants and temples. Many first-time foreign visitors feel confused and wonder, “Why do I have to take my shoes off?” This isn’t just about hygiene. It’s a rule shaped by hundreds of years … Read more