Jeju (city) Travel Guide

 
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Pro

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  Beautiful, Unique, wonderful seafood, some good beaches 


Con

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  Too many tourists from the mainland.... 


In a nutshell

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  seafood....seafood...see food....eat!!!! 

 

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Hallim Park

Hallim Park, Jeju (city)

 stamporama Says:  This is a garden park that contains many exotic plant species as well as some birds and small reptiles. It's nice place to visit and walk around in plus there are 2 caves to explore though there are no stalactites or stalagmites to appreciate. You can also view a replica of... 

Minors keep out!

Minors keep out!, Jeju (city)

 stamporama Says:  Jeju Love Land is essentially an open air museum dedicated to sex, a garden with various statues and displays of pornographic art (if there's such a thing). There is even a store that sells all manner of sex toys, aids and gadgets.Admission price is 7,000 won and it is open... 

A very breakable place

A very breakable place, Jeju (city)

 stamporama Says:  Anything that's made of glass, especially colorful ones, can be found here. Not just those made in Korea but from the world over.Open year-round from 9 am - 5 pm. Admission price: adults - 9,000 won, teenagers - 8,000 won, children below 12 - 7,000 won. 

Climb the Sunrise Peak

Climb the Sunrise Peak, Jeju (city)

 stamporama Says:  Seongsan Ilchulbong is an extinct volcanic crater that one could climb and come down from within an hour. There is a concrete pathway and stairway to the top with 2 rest stops along the way. Once you reach the crater rim you are rewarded with a magnificent and majestic view... 

Teseum - the Teddy Bear museum

Teseum - the Teddy Bear museum, Jeju (city)

 stamporama Says:  I know it's kid stuff but some of my lady companions wanted to go here so I had no choice but to come along. As expected, the place shows not just teddies but all sorts of stuffed animals in various get-ups, from an African safari to fairy tale characters. Very cheesy, I... 

Samyang Black Sand Beach

Samyang Black Sand Beach, Jeju (city)

 HongSeokJu0924817 Says:  Samyang Beach Is known as black sand it's location near to CityBlack Sand-Bathe is known for effective Neuralgia, arthritis, obesity, dermatitis, flu, athlete's foot also The marine leisure festival is held annually in summerso Samyang is croweded with people in the summer 

3rd Annual Delphic Games

3rd Annual Delphic Games, Jeju (city)

 Travelingbrookie Says:  We went to the Delphic Games in Sinsan Park and Jeju Cultural Center. There was more hype than what we actually saw, which is common in South Korea. There were supposed to be 50 countries represented, but we only saw 6 mentioned. Out of the 6 about 4 were Asian countries.... 

Hotels  

Jeju Royal Hotel

 1 Review and 15 Opinions  The hotel is centrally located and is just a block from the main pedestrian street where restos and... 

Lotte Hotel Jeju

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Restaurants  

DaeBoong Nong Jang Garden: Fresh Pheasant!

DaeBoong Nong Jang Garden: Fresh Pheasant!, Jeju (city)

 D_Shannon Says:  . Cheju is famous for food – seafood, horsemeat and, apparently, pheasant. Our chef took us out to the backyard and let us watch as he expertly caught and beheaded a large bird for our dinner. Our meal came in courses – or stages, as the owner’s son (a Japanese major at... 

Nightlife  

Soju Tent: Special Soju

Soju Tent: Special Soju, Jeju (city)

 D_Shannon Says:  You can't go to Korea without sampling soju (Korea's answer to Japan's sake or Mongolia's vodka) and you certainly can't go to Cheju without trying the local brew - it's so strong that apparently they can't even export it to mainland Korea! For proper atmosphere, head to the... 

Transportation  

Hitchhike

Hitchhike, Jeju (city)

 D_Shannon Says:  Yes, it's safe! Korea has got to be one of the safest countries in the world, and on tiny Cheju, a small-town atmosphere prevades. Even if you don't stick out your thumb, locals are apt to stop and ask you if you need a ride if they happen to be going in your direction.This... 

Get your own........

Get your own........, Jeju (city)

 jaam Says:  Best way is to have your own transport. Rental car agency are aplenty to be picked up from the airport. The cost normally is included when purchasing a package tour from the mainland. It's more convenient. You can plan your trips around to avoid droves of tourists in big... 

Shopping  

Shopping in Downtown Jeju-si

Shopping in Downtown Jeju-si, Jeju (city)

 Tom_Fields Says:  Downtown Jeju-si is a good place to find unusual local souvenirs, or whatever else interests you. There are plenty of stores, so shop around before buying anything major. You can just browse, as I did. All kinds of merchandise. Know how to bargain. 

Local Customs  

Jeju Do Tolharubang or Stone Grandfather Guardians

Jeju Do Tolharubang or Stone Grandfather Guardians, Jeju (city)

 Hmmmm Says:  .Jeju Island; a place of myths and legends, is an island, so rich in the beauty of natural scenery and exotic in culture, that it keeps attracting tourists both from home and abroad. Among the things representing traditional culture in the island is the "Tolharubang" or... 

Ever Been to Scotland, or any Other Rocky Place?

Ever Been to Scotland, or any Other Rocky Place?, Jeju (city)

 Hmmmm Says:  What did they do with all those rocks..? Well Jeju is a Volcanic Island, and full of stone, just like Hawai'i, and just as the ancient Hawaiians used the ubiquitous basalt to build EVRYTHING, so too did the ancient Jeju Islanders. You've already seen picture sof the stone... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Timing for Halla

Timing for Halla, Jeju (city)

 D_Shannon Says:  Halla is a great mountain to hike: you can take the bus halfway up and the rest is stairs. You can go up one way and down the other (don't worry; buses, taxis and friendly locals are all available to get you back to your hotel/car). The problem? Often the last 200 meters... 

In the can.........

In the can........., Jeju (city)

 jaam Says:  Needing to go to relieve some discomfort ladies???My experience in Korea took me to comfort rooms or toilet facilities that are really clean....However, the stalls have doors (sliding) on some and no locks. I was really surprised by an old lady charging in, hehehebtw,... 

Tourist Traps  

Not as grand as I though it was........

Not as grand as I though it was........, Jeju (city)

 jaam Says:  Most of the points of interests in this island seems to be geared for tourists....The one I was so disappointed with was The Shinyoung Cinema Museum. I was expecting a "micro" universal studio type theme and it didn't even come close. Mostly posters and photos of past and... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Go Collecting Chogae (Clams) along the Shore.

Go Collecting Chogae (Clams) along the Shore., Jeju (city)

 Hmmmm Says:  Jeju Is famous for Seafood. Seafood is almost synonymous with seafood. Its even possible to eat whale here. Yes, :o/ !Anyway fresh Sushi (Hwae) is wonderful here, and surprsingly cheap. Also Jeju Island Haemeul Tang (seafood soup) is well known throughout the country. At low... 

Jeju Is a Major Agricultural/Horticultural Centre

Jeju Is a Major Agricultural/Horticultural Centre, Jeju (city)

 Hmmmm Says:  Jeju Island is very gardened. The Island is famous for two main crops, Tangerines and garlic. Both are ubiquitous. But also other crops are grown. Flowers are becoming a popular crop.Go and have your photo taken in a Tangerine orchard. Everyone does it. Some orchards even... 

Favorites  

The food, the beach, the landscape are awesome.

The food, the beach, the landscape are awesome., Jeju (city)

 jaam Says:  The beach!!!! The caves in Hallim Park.... and the women selling freshly caught sea creatures in Dragon Head's Point. Having to eat the best porridge I've ever had in my whole life!!! "snails" being the source of flavor :) 

 
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 The beach!!!! The caves in Hallim Park.... and the women selling freshly caught sea creatures in Dragon Head's Point. Having to eat the best porridge I've ever... 

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Questions and Answers

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Q:  I am looking for the phone number to Bagdad Cafe if someone has a business card with the number or a phone book. I would... 

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A: Here you go. the restaurant - 064-757-8182. Cell phone - 010-8279-0315. email - divahyun0315@hotmail.com 

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Jeju Do: Wind, Basalt Rocks and Beautiful Women.

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  Jeju Do (Jeju Island) is the only Basaltic piece of rock in Korea, so you really ought to visit it. I am so kidding. Actually, Its a small Hawaiian type (Hot Spot) Volcano due south of mainland... 

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Jeju-si

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 This island is mostly rural, but Jeju-si has the basic urban amenities--shopping, restaurants, and hotels. It's a good base for exploring the island, although many prefer to stay at Seogwipo on the...... 

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Three Plenties and Three Lacks.......

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 Cheju (Chejudo) is a volcanic island and the largest in Korea. It is located in the southwest sea of the Korean peninsula. The size of Cheju is 73km from east to west, 41Km from north to south in the... 

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Cheju Island

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 Two weeks ago I created a long weekend for myself and flew to Cheju island, the honeymoon capital of Korea. Off the southern tip of the Korean peninsula, it takes less than an hour by plane to reach... 

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Korea's vacation land

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 When mainland Koreans wish to go on vacation within their country, their first choice is Jeju island. Volcanic in origin, the land is very fertile which is why there are many farms and orchards that... 

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