SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Summer
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Understanding Monsoon Season (Jangma) in South Korea
Jangma can be both a lovely and dangerous time in South Korea. Make sure you understand monsoon season and prepare for the rains.
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5 Lakes to Visit This Summer
Lakes have a special charm in the summer sun. Here are five spots for some summer fun. Layer up with sunscreen and go visit these beautiful lakes. What is lake life like in South Korea? Lake life in Korea is about taking walks, enjoying a cafe, riding in a swan boat, fishing, and enjoying the view. Folks living in Korea do not do a ton of lake sports or swimming (although there is some). It is also important to remember that the sun will be very hot and sun protection…
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Pyeongtaek Summer Splash Pads
Public Pyeongtaek splash pads usually open in July and August. Keep reading to learn more about splash pads including locations and rules! Updated: July 2022 Splash Pads in South Korea Many cities and private malls across South Korea have invested in splash pads to help families beat the summer heat. Splash pads are often free to use and very popular with community families. Splash Pad Seasonal Operation Hours The splash park schedules may vary depending on if they are city or privately owned: City-run splash pads often run on a…
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20 Top Swimming Beaches in South Korea
Do you love the beach? Then grab your best summer or winter beach wear and visit the 20 Top Swimming Beaches in South Korea! About Beaches in South Korea Since Korea exists on a peninsula, we are surrounded by stunning beaches on three sides. On the west coast, Korea is known for long, shallow beaches which may have low or no waves. On the east coast, Korean beaches may have bigger waves, quick drop-off, and stunning turquoise waters. Whereas, in the south, Korean beaches may be rockier and offer pleasant…
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5 Taean Beaches for Summer
If you love the beach life even when it’s not Hawaii, you will LOVE Korea. Taean-gun is filled with fun beaches for exploring. You don’t want to miss out on a day eating out and exploring this area. About the west coast beaches in South Korea The west coast of Korea is known for shallow waters, minimal to no waves, expansive sand, digging for shellfish, and a relaxed atmosphere. This isn’t Hawaii or Mexico and they aren’t trying to be. Korea has a beach vibe all its own. A few…
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5 East Coast Beaches to Try
Visiting these 5 beaches in Gangwon-do will cause you to develop an East Sea addiction. Go as soon as you can. Pack up the car, or buy those tickets, and head for some summer fun on the east coast of Korea. Gangwon-do is where I go to feel at home. Coming from Alaska and Washington State, I love mountains, rivers, and the sea. When I can get these things all in one place I’m at peace and remarkably happy. Since Gangwon-do has copious amounts of all these things, the province…
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River/Lake Water Parks Across South Korea
Looking to spend some time exploring River/Lake Water Parks Across South Korea? We have the perfect list of these hard-to-find locations. What is a river/lake water park like in South Korea? South Korea loves to put up seasonal, summer play areas in the wide, deep-flowing rivers. Such water parks (also known as water playgrounds) may have such things as bouncy obstacle courses sure to dump you into the cool waters, water skiing, wakeboarding, kayaks, stand-up paddle (SUP) boarding, and more! These are the ultimate outdoor play areas for water activity…
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7 Best Gangwondo Water Parks
Looking to beat the heat this summer? Try the 7 Best Gangwondo water parks that will bring delight to your summer. Great with families and friends. About Gangwon-do Water Parks Many Gangwon-do ski resorts offer large water parks that help make their resorts a year-round destination. Some ski resort-affiliated water parks may only be open in the summer and others may be open year-round. Additionally, Gangwon-do has a few lovely smaller water parks near the east sea which are attached to resorts. What Does ‘Best’ Mean for this List? South…
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5 Water Parks to Cut the Heat this Summer
Traveling across South Korea this summer? Here are 5 water parks to cut the heat this summer. Updated: July 2022 About Summer in Korea Summer is just around the corner and things are going to be seriously heating up. If you are like me you are going to be looking for some fun ways to cool off. This year my plan is to mix it up a bit. July and August usually have the highest temperatures of the year in South Korea. Temps may rise to 43 degrees during the…
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10 Best Pyeongtaek Parks
Who loves being outdoors? Pack some sunscreen and snacks and head outside to play. Pyeongtaek-si parks make summer especially fun and your weekends complete. The parks remain open year-round but get used the most in the warm months. Listen to the BlogCast Don’t want to read? Listen to the South of Seoul BlogCast which provides accessible content through the use of AI technology. We don’t have time to read each article but we do our best to make more of our content accessible. If you would like to join our Accessibility Team apply…
