How to get around Seoul (Part 2)...

Of course the cheapest way to get around Korea is on foot but that would rather be impractical.

The best way? Public transportation. 

Korea has a very efficient network of buses and MRT that goes throughout Seoul. I didn't experience any traffic problems when I was travelling. 

You would have to get a travel card to get around. 

Photo credit: KTO

You can buy this card at convenience stores like GS25. 

These tickets cost 2,500 won and you have to load it up with credits before you can use it. 

If I remember correctly, I just loaded this up with about 20,000 won and used that for the entirety of my stay. 

The buses in Korea have two openings--one near the bus driver and the second one in the middle. Board the bus using the entrance near the bus driver, and exit using the middle opening. 

When using the Tmoney card on buses, tap it once when you board the bus and tap it again as you exit.  

Where to stay in Korea?

Hi! It has been quite some time since I updated this site and I really should. I should finish up writing about Korea since I already came back from Singapore and I have to write about that as well. Oh well. 


You have a lot of options actually. You can stay in the various hotels in the city. You can also consider a Backpackers Lodge for those who want to save up on money. I actually booked my stay using....


 Airbnb. 

I originally had to look at accommodations for 5 people since my parents and my cousins were supposed to go with me. 

There were a lot of things to consider, mainly location. I didn't want to rent something so far out that my parent would have a hard time walking. I also didn't want somewhere with rolling terrain. 

I finally ended up renting somewhere in Jong-no. And wow! is the operative word for the place. 

Photo credit goes to Sui, the owner of the place. 

Yes! It is Hello Kitty themed! Fulfills every girls dream of pink. ^_^

I believe I rented this out for about $100/night. Pretty nice if you ask me. The owner even loaned me her wifi egg. So I didn't have to shell out additional money just to rent it at the airport. If you are also interested in booking this place, just search for it in Airbnb.