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Winter Festivals at Theme Parks in South Korea – Full Breakdown

Winter Festival at Korean Theme Parks
Before COVID, theme parks in South Korea were having amazing years. However, 2020 has been brutal and many of these theme parks are struggling to stay open. While they are all still open, attendance is at a record low. Hopefully, things will start to pick back up once winter hits. The reason for this is that many of the top theme parks in South Korea have spectacular winter festivals that need to be experienced for those traveling to Korea in the winter. Therefore, once COVID gets under control, go visit these theme parks and have a great experience.
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Waste Disposal & Recycling in Korea – Full Breakdown

When it comes to recycling in Korea there are a lot of strict regulations and policies compared to other countries. In Korea garbage is separated into common garbage (일반쓰레기), food waste (음식물쓰레기), recyclables (재활용품), and large waste objects (대형페기물). However, each garbage category has its own separate regulation which causes a lot of confusion to foreigners who come from countries where recycling is not mandatory. It is important to adjust and follow Korean regulations since improper disposal can lead to warnings or (at the worst) to fines.
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10 Things to Know Before Traveling to South Korea

Traveling to South Korea
South Korea has everything a traveler would need in a country. Those that love history and culture can also experience the latest trends in technology when visiting Korea. Don't forget about the food! If you are going to visit South Korea just once, you should definitely visit Seoul. Even tho Seoul has become very modernized, they offer a lot of historic value with traditional Korean houses, palaces, and temples all across Seoul. They are blended nicely next to South Korea's new and innovative structures and the fast-paced business industry. This mixture of the old and the new is what makes it an adventure when exploring Seoul. Therefore, you won't be able to see everything in one day so we recommend you make it a week in Seoul to get the full experience. However, before you travel to South Korea, here are some things you should know. 
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10 Tips for the Boryeong Mud Festival – Best Festival in Korea

The Boryeong Mud Festival is famous in South Korea as it allows people living in Korea to escape the summer heat. The festival lasts from July 15th until the 24th and is held at Daecheon Beach in Boryeong. Many tourists come to Korea just for this mud festival. It is very popular with locals as well as foreigners and is a great chance to have some fun while also meeting people from many different nationalities. In 2019, the festival drew over 300,000 foreigners but that only accounted for 10% of the total visitors. However, in 2020 due to COVID-19, the festival drew far fewer people. Therefore, once the coronavirus pandemic settles down, many expect the number of visitors to go back to where they were before the pandemic.
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5 Amazing Cultural Experiences in South Korea to Try When Visiting Korea

Cultural Experiences in South Korea
Over 17 million tourists from all around the world visited South Korea in 2019. That number has considerably shrunk in 2020 due to COVID-19.  It is estimated that the losses to Korea's culture, sports, and tourism industries will be over $12 billion in 2020. The tourist industry took the biggest hit with a drop of over 80%. However, travel is starting to open up in South Korea which offers many experiences for those looking to explore the country and its rich and fascinating culture. There are many amazing cultural experiences in South Korea from tea ceremonies to visiting Korean traditional villages and palaces. Many of these experiences really let visitors have an immersive experience and really do a great job of showcasing the rich and deep culture of South Korea.
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COVID Rules when traveling to Korea from The United States

Traveling to Korea from the United States
Those traveling to Korea from the United States can take their COVID test at the airport. This is because a vast majority of US Airports have COVID test centers at the terminal. Make sure you check out the airport website to see if these tests are offered. Every testing site is different. For example, some take your sample and test it right there at the airport. Other places send the sample to a third-party/off-site facility, so you will get your results back much later. If the tests are on-site it takes between 1-2 hours to get your results back depending on how busy they are.
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The 10 Best Pensions in Korea to Visit Post COVID

Koreans are eagerly waiting for the summer of 2021 to travel around Korea. The hope is that the coronavirus pandemic will be under control thanks to the vaccines that should be readily available. There will be many people traveling around Korea but most will not be looking for high priced Hotels or crowded resorts. Those that are looking for unforgettable experiences at a reasonable price need to check out some of the best pensions in Korea. Pensions are a type of lodging, guest house, or boarding house. These small businesses may offer special rates for travelers staying longer than a week. Most pensions in Korea are located in historic buildings, can be family-run, and are generally cheaper than other lodgings, such as hotels, although they offer more limited services.
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Top 10 Coolest Places to Visit in Seoul – Updated for 2022

Coolest Places to Visit in South Korea
Traveling to Seoul, South Korea will be fun but if you don't plan ahead you might not experience Seoul life to the fullest. This is why we have written this article on the coolest places to visit in Seoul. Potential visitors can also watch YouTubers to get a taste of Korea. For those that have already visited Seoul and think you have seen it all, think again. Korean travel companies do a great job of showcasing Seoul, but Seoul Space is here to let you know some tips about visiting some of the coolest spots in Seoul. Seoul is an incredibly vibrant and exciting place to visit. Seoul does a great job of balancing the futuristic with the traditional. Traditional Korean cultural values are still in existence alongside Seoul's modern fast-paced life. Since it is difficult to choose which places to visit on your first trip to Seoul.
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