Traveling in South Korea's countryside as an English speaker
I plan to travel in South Korea's countryside by car in May and June. I only speak English. Will language be an issue when booking a hotel (I'll probably only book a few days ahead of time), buying food, or driving to the locations I'm aiming for?
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Can you get around Korea speaking English?
Your experience will vary. Most store employees, hotel employees, and taxi drivers will know some english and you'll likely be able to communicate, maybe with some difficulty. However, the farther away from Seoul you get, the less likely everyday people will speak english.Is Seoul good for English speakers?
The vast majority of English speaking tourists will go to the capital Seoul, which is good since this is where you will find the most English speakers. Staff in all the main hotels will all speak decent English, as will some younger people you meet on the street.Is it hard to travel in South Korea?
South Korea is generally safe and easy to get around, but it still helps to know a bit about the climate, transit, and local traditions before you visit.What should not do in South Korea?
Here are 10 things you should never do in South Korea.- Speak Loudly in Public. ...
- Sit Randomly When Using Public Transportation. ...
- Wear Revealing Clothes. ...
- Leave Your Chopsticks Stuck in Rice. ...
- Use One Hand to Receive or Give Things. ...
- Don't Drink While Front-Facing The Elders. ...
- Don't Start Eating Before the Elders.
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