Planning my first trip to South Korea in the next few months. I've read through a lot of the older threads but wanted to check if the info is still current.
My main questions:
- Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
- Realistic daily budget?
- Any areas to avoid?
- How welcoming are the locals to foreign visitors?
I'm coming from the US and have experience in a few different countries but this would be my first time in South Korea.
Thanks for any help!
South Korea safety update
Started by NashvilleNate · 7 Mar 2026 · 850 views
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found a different part to be better value.
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Did you use the local sites or find girls at online?
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Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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Adding my experience from February.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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9 Mar 2026 at 08:57
Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found a different part to be better value.
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Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found downtown to be better value.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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