South Korea

Best time to go

Apr–Jun & Sep–Nov (mild).

Currency

Won (KRW). Get a T-money transit card.

Taste this

Korean BBQ, bibimbap, kimchi & tteokbokki.

Stay safe

Extremely safe; incredible 24/7 public transport.

Where to stay

Seoul: Myeongdong, Hongdae, Gangnam. Also Busan, Jeju.