This section of Be Marie Korea focuses on all the things there are to do outside Seoul, Busan, Jeju and other major cities. It covers many things located in the Korean country side or just off the beaten track.
The following blog posts are not specifically related to a certain city or destination but cover the whole of Korea.
• Best Day Trips From Seoul
• Drinking Water In Korea
• Best Foreign And International Schools In Korea
• How to Enjoy a Traditional Korean Jjimjilbang
• Guide To Tipping In Korea
• A South Korea Honeymoon Guide
• Best Ski Resorts In Korea
• Places To Visit In Korea During Winter
• Best Festivals In South Korea
• What To Wear In Korea
Gyeonggi-do is the province which surrounds Seoul. Most spots are located only a 1 hour drive away from Seoul. Listed below are the best things to do in Gyeonggi-do.
• Incheon
• Things to do in Suwon
• Anseong Farmland
• Pocheon Herb Island
• Paragliding in Yangpyeong
• How to order delivery food at Camp Humphreys
Gangwon-do province lies in the North East of the country and has lots to offer in both summer and winter. From beach vacations to ski holidays, Gangwon-do has it all.
• Alpaca World
• How To Go To Nami Island
• Wondae-ri Birch Forest
• Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival
• Vivaldi Ski Resort
This province is a must visit when in Korea. It has some of the most historic places or cities like Gyeongju and Andong which both have UNESCO sites.
• Daegu
• Gyeongju
• Andong
• Yeongyang Traditional Hanok Doodle Village
• Busan
• Onggi Pottery Village in Ulsan
• Taehwa River Bamboo Forest in Ulsan
Jeollabuk-do lies about 2 hours south from Seoul and is famous for the Jeonju Hanok Village.
The hardest province to reach, but also a province with some really special and stunning places. Especially for those who love nature and very local places.
• Gwangyang International Maehwa Festival
• Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival
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