We had planned to spend the last 3 days, of our 10 day trip to Jeju, in Seogwipo — the southern part of the island. Inter-terminal buses connect different sections of the island and run at a hourly frequency. We took a bus from Jeju-si (north) and reached the south in about an hour or so. We stayed very…
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After watching sunrise at the Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak, we decided to head toward the coastline of Seopjikoji. As we walked toward the bus stop, a cab stopped for us, and we hopped in. Turns out the bus doesn’t take you all the way to the parking lot. The fare from the main road to the parking…
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The alarm set off at 4 am. Outside our window, it’s pitch black, there’s no sight of the peak, and the wind howls in the stillness of early morning. In less than half hour, we’re ready, and walk towards the parking lot of the Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak. The parking lot resembles a deserted old town after…
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There’s something about small towns. I guess, the warmth of people appeals, even before, the place can grow on you. As we left the bustle of Jeju-si (north) to head towards Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak (east); the scenery, outside our window, quickly changed from towering grey monsters to flat brown plains — licked by salty waters. It took us…
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Although we stayed in the north, on the second day of our Jeju trip, we chose to explore the eastern side of the island. If you don’t have your own mode of transport, like us, then Jeju Intercity Bus Terminal is the best starting point. The terminal connects different parts of the island with popular places…
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For sun chasers, Jeju can be paradise. Vantage viewing points can be found on top of peaks or oreums (parasitic volcanoes), along the long coastline, Jeju Olle Trails, and even on top of lighthouses. Most of these points don’t require an entry fee and can be reached by Jeju Golden Bus City Tour or regular city…
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Jeju (Cheju) is perhaps the most popular tourist destination in South Korea. With cheap flights connecting all major cities, in the mainland, to Jeju; it makes for an excellent weekend getaway. Exploring the whole island itself, will take longer than a week and yet, it might not be possible to cover everything. Jeju is one of “The…
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