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Re: Bus from Busan to Sokcho

by Hanguk 14 May 2012

There's no flights anyways. Using this site http://dbterminal.co.kr/sub_main.php?m_idx=about I could find the following Go to Busan…
Re: camping on east coast of south korea

by JasonInJapan 03 May 2012

I can't help you with the camping questions, but I live in Donghae which is about 10km north of Samcheok and I believe there are fairly…
camping on east coast of south korea

by michaelmumbai 03 May 2012

hello there can anyone provide me with information on camping, tent hire etc on the beaches of Yang Hwa, Imwon or Hosan.? also if anyo…
Re: Planning South Korea bus / train travel online? (in English)

by saiyuuki 24 April 2012

Thanks for this great information. Using a combination of those websites, I can almost plan my bus travel, or at least get a pretty good…
Re: Planning South Korea bus / train travel online? (in English)

by JasonInJapan 24 April 2012

I think for each of those 4 routes, you're probably better off with the bus. Samcheok and Sokcho have no train service for the routes…
Planning South Korea bus / train travel online? (in English)

by saiyuuki 24 April 2012

Hello. I will be visiting South Korea soon, and I am planning to make the following journeys: Busan -> Andong Andong -> Samcheok Samche…
RE: 6 weeks in Korea: Danyang, Samcheok, Ulleungdo, Hahoe, et

by ari100 09 April 2012

I definitely recommend Beopjusa and Songnisan! The Buddha there is one of the most impressive in Korea. There were quite a few other people…
Overnight advice: Danyang and Gongju

by antoncataby 25 March 2012

Hi. Apologies for multiple posts. We will be spending six weeks in Korea in April/May and we plan to spend three nights/four days visiting…
Re: 6 weeks in Korea: Danyang, Samcheok, Ulleungdo, Hahoe, et

by antoncataby 25 March 2012

Thanks to all of you! Especially for your superb advice about parks, Ulleungdo, and ferry schedules. And so, we now have a less tentative…
RE: 6 weeks in Korea: Danyang, Samcheok, Ulleungdo, Hahoe, et

by camitheant 19 March 2012

Gayasan mountain is IMO not to be missed! The temple there (Haeinsa) houses the Triptitaka Koreana (I may have massacred that) and is…
Re: 6 weeks in Korea: Danyang, Samcheok, Ulleungdo, Hahoe, et

by JasonInJapan 17 March 2012

I live in Donghae, where the ferry to Ulleungdo is from, so I'll try and answer a couple of your questions. If you're staying in Samcheok…
RE: 6 weeks in Korea: Danyang, Samcheok, Ulleungdo, Hahoe, et

by micolett 16 March 2012

And on Ulluengdo, though not long, the coastal paths are a must (provided the sea is not too rough, the paths are actually etched out…
RE: 6 weeks in Korea: Danyang, Samcheok, Ulleungdo, Hahoe, et

by rin181 12 March 2012

A bit strange, is that in Seoroksan, the crowds are mostly near the cable car, and one popular hiking trail, for example the trails to…
RE: 6 weeks in Korea: Danyang, Samcheok, Ulleungdo, Hahoe, et

by antoncataby 12 March 2012

Thanks, rin181. Very helpful We're definitely interested in some hiking, but the potential for crowds made us a but apprehensive about…
RE: 6 weeks in Korea: Danyang, Samcheok, Ulleungdo, Hahoe, et

by rin181 12 March 2012

Don't know your interests, but Korea has excellent hiking trails in their national parks (as it's their national "sport" it can be busy…
6 weeks in Korea: Danyang, Samcheok, Ulleungdo, Hahoe, et

by antoncataby 09 March 2012

Hi. We're a pair of experienced, independent, active travelers (though not backpackers) planning to spend six weeks in Korea in April…
RE: Suggestions on what to see

by Cholandesa 14 February 2012

The above mentioned Jeonju and Gwanju (and Buseo too) indeed are interesting places to visit and indulge on ancient culture! If you really…
Re: Backpacker in South Korea

by Cholandesa 09 February 2012

I fully agree on the other ones that any trip to South Korea is definitely worthwile, it is a great country to explore and mingle!! Basicly,…
Hahoe or Yangdong Folk Village?

by darylaco 29 August 2011

Hi everyone, I'm trying to decide whether to visit Hahoe or Yangdong while I'm in South Korea this November. I'll be traveling from…
RE: South Korea suggested itinerary

by pskully 28 July 2011

I do agree with *JasonInJapan* about stopping in Gangneung, but if you're especially pressed for time it seems that a direct bus Sokcho…
Re: South Korea suggested itinerary

by JasonInJapan 26 July 2011

I agree with *pskully* above about taking public transport. I've taken buses all over the country and they've always been very comfortable…
RE: South Korea suggested itinerary

by pskully 26 July 2011

Public transportation between these places is easier. A rental car in Korea is really just a hassle, in my opinion. From Sokcho, you…
South Korea suggested itinerary

by jacquiey 25 July 2011

The Lonely Planet guide suggests an itinerary along the lines of: Sokcho (Seoraksan) --> Samcheok --> Andong (Hahoe Folk Village) -->…
Re: Favorite place to get away in Korea

by JasonInJapan 03 May 2011

I live on the coast in Gangwondo in Donghae, and there are lots of nice beaches here and in Samcheok and Gangneung. However the beaches…
RE: Three or four weeks in South Korea??

by kmw 17 February 2011

3 weeks is easily doable! I recommend: Busan Jeju (Return flight from Busan) Gyeongju Samcheok (maybe) Seoraksan Danyang (maybe) …