Welcome to Korea

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Welcome to Korea
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Where Is Korea?
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Visas
American passport holders can travel in Korea
without a visa for a period of 30 days
Canadian passport holders can travel in Korea
without a visa for a period of 180 days
Mexican passport holders can travel in Korea
without a visa for a period of 90 days
Health Regulations
NO vaccinations are required.
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Climate
Winter (December mid March) Winter can be bitte
rly cold during this time due to the influx of
cold Siberian air. Heavy snow in the northern and
eastern parts of Korea makes favorable skiing
conditions.
Spring (Late March May) Spring is warm. Various
flowers, including picturesque cherry blossoms
and azaleas, cover the nation's mountains and
fields during this time.
Summer (June early September)
Summer is a hot and humid time of year.
Autumn (mid September November)
Autumn produces mild weather and is the best time
of year to visit Korea. During this time of year,
the country is awash with the brilliant reds and
golds of the changing leaves.
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Currency Exchange
Currency Korean Won Exchange Rate 1 US Doll
ar is worth approximately 1160 Korean Won
Other Methods of Payment Credit Cards Travele
rs Checks are widely accepted ATM machines are av
ailable Exchanging Money Banks Airport Kiosk
s are recommended for changing money.
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Getting to Korea
Korea is accessible by air and by sea.
By Air There are 6 international airports in
Korea Incheon (Seoul), with flights from around
the world and Gimhae, Jeju, Daegu, Cheongju and
Yangyang International Airports, with flights
from around Asia. Gimpo International Airport in
Seoul became a domestic airport in 2001 with the
opening of Incheon International Airport.
By Sea There are 4 major seaports in Korea
Busan International Ferry Terminal, Incheon
International Ferry Terminal, Sokcho
International Ferry Terminal and Pyeongtaek
International Ferry Terminal
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Airline Partners
Korea is serviced directly from the United States
by the following international carriers
www.koreanair.com
www.flyasiana.com
www.nwa.com
www.singaporeair.com
www.ual.com
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Incheon International Airport
Incheon International Airport is Korea's premier
airport offering world-class facilities that are
convenient, safe and economical for travelers to
Korea. In 2001, Incheon International Airport ac
commodated over 300 flights and 50,000 passengers
per day. The airport also offers fantastic leisu
re, shopping, and accommodation amenities, making
it a multi-purpose complex.
Departure Tax
Incheon International Airport charges a 17,000
Won Departure Tax (which is equivalent to about
15 USD).
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Airport Transportation
KAL Limo Bus (12,000 Won) Car Rental Local Buses
(ranges from 3,000 to 12,000 Won)
Taxi (to Downtown is about 65 minutes
approximately 45,000 won regular fare 70,000
won deluxe fare) Ferry (connecting Incheon Intern
ational Airport with Incheon City)
Train (coming in 2005)
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In-Country Transportation
Korea Rail Domestic Railroad
Domestic Flights
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Places To Visit In Korea
Mt. Geumgangsan (North Korea)
DMZ/Panmunjeom
Seoul
Gyeongju
Busan
Jejudo Island
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Seoul
Seoul
The Capital City Nearly 10 million people live he
re Cosmopolitan city with many hotels, attraction
s and dining options
English is widely spoken
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Seouls Major Attractions
Seoul
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Insadong Shopping Area
Changdeokgung Palace
Myeongdong
Dongdaemun East Gate
Deoksugung Palace
Lotte World
Han River Cruises
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Seoul City Tour Bus
Seoul
Bus Departs Every 30 Minutes Round Trip Tour Last
s About Two Hours Passengers Can Hop On and Off
Tours Are Narrated in English, Chinese and
Japanese Costs start at 12,000 Won
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Jejudo Island
Jejudo
Home of the 2004 Pacific Asia Travel Association
International Conference Located 60 Miles off the
Southern Coast of Korea The Culture is Very Dist
inct From the Rest of the Country
The Island has Many Waterfalls, Mountains and
even an Inactive Volcano
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Jejudo Island Attractions
Jejudo
Udo Maritime Park
Mt. Hallasan National Park
Jeongbang Waterfall
Sunrise Peak
Manjanggul Lava Cave
Jungmun Daepo Coast
Yongduam Rock
Teddy Bear Museum
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Gyeongju
Gyeongju
Gyeongju is called The Museum Without Walls
The City is on the UNESCO Registry as one of the
top ten places of historical significance in the
world. Most of the buildings here date back to th
e Silla Dynasty (57B.C. - 935A.D.)
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Gyeongju Attractions
Gyeongju
Bulguksa Temple
Daereungwon Burial Grounds
Seokguram Grotto
Cheomsongdae Observatory
The Gyeongju National Museum
Poseokjong Watercourse
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Busan
Busan
Busan is the Second-Largest City in Korea
The city is famous for its numerous beaches.
Busan has the nations largest port.
The seafood is DELICIOUS here.
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Busan Attractions
Busan
Jagalchi Market
Taejongdae Resort
Beomoesa Temple
Nakdonggang Estuary
Haeundae Beach
Busan Yachting Center
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DMZ/Panmunjeom
Demilitarized Zone/Panmunjeom
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Mt. Geumgangsan
North Koreas Mt. Geumgangsan
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Korean Food
These arent bananas, theyre chili peppers.
Korea has a distinct cuisine, rich with
vegetables, soy beans and soups.
Kimchi is Koreas most popular dish, served at
every meal. Cooking schools are plentiful in Kore
a.
KimchiKoreas Favorite Dish
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Major Shopping Areas
Insadong
Dongdaemun Market
Namdaemun Market
Myeongdong Street
Itaewon Street
Traditional Markets(Gyeongdong Medicine Market)
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What to Buy
Ceramics
Mother of Pearl Lacquer ware
Hanbok
Kimchi
Ginseng
Folding Fans
Paper crafts
Dolls
Woodcrafts
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Koreas Major Festivals
Jindo Yongdeung Festival
Gangjin Ceramic Festival
Lotus Lantern Festival
Full Moon Festival
Snow Festival
Boryeong Mud Festival
Busan Jagalchi Festival
Andong Mask Dance Festival
Bullfighting Festival
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Koreas Cultural Activities
Korea House
NANTA
Jongmyo Jerye
Jongdeong Theatre
Changing of the Guard Ceremony
Royal Wedding Ceremony Re-enactment
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Special Interest Tours
Taekwondo Programs
Cooking School Programs
Temple Stay Programs
Birdwatching
Korean Drama Location Tour
Natural Healing Tours
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Visitor Assistance
Goodwill Guides
Tourist Information Center
1330 Travel Phone
Within North America
Korea National Tourism Organization

Los Angeles New York Chicago Toronto
800/TOUR-KOREA www.tour2korea.com
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Convention Centers
? Total Space 2,593,048 ft2 (To be opened in
2005) - 27 conference rooms convention h
all (2,000 persons) - 5 exhibition hall
s
KINTEX(Goyang)
COEX(Seoul)
? Total Space4,679,907 ft2 - 54 conference roo
ms convention hall (6,500 persons)
- 4 exhibition halls
EXCO(Daegu)
? Total Space 936,468 ft2 - 7 conference rooms
convention hall (4,200 persons) -
2 exhibition halls
BEXCO(Busan)
?Total Space 998,479 ft2 - 23 conference rooms
convention hall (2,800 persons) - 4
exhibition halls
ICC JEJU(Jeju)
? Total Space 668,714 ft2 - 11 conference room
s convention hall (4,300 persons) -
1 exhibition hall
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Thank You