You can drive in South Korea for one year on an International Drivers License and after that, you need to acquire a Korean Drivers license. We have compiled a few blogs that talk about driving in Korea and getting your license.
Navigating parking in South Korea is a big challenge for newcomers, and Pyeongtaek-si is no exception. Whether you’re a long-term resident or a recent arrival, understanding the rules, both social and legal, is key to avoiding fines and ensuring smooth experiences. This guide will cover 5 foundational concepts regarding parking in Korea and a tip … Read more
South Korea has a few fuel types for cars and trucks. Here is a quick introduction to common fuel types for passenger vehicles. In this post, I don’t address fuel types used only for commercial vehicles. Instead, I’m here to help you find the right car for your daily adventures. Choosing A Fuel Type Your … Read more
Honestly, we don’t have a nicer way to say this. We LOVE Hangul addresses but the Romanized Korean addresses sucks and makes life harder in many situations. In order to truly navigate Korea, you need the Korean address written in Hangul. We know that’s frustrating but it’s the truth and the struggle isn’t talked about … Read more
Hello, I am an English educator from the United States living in rural South Korea. Recently, I went through the testing process for my South Korean driver’s license at the Yongin Driving Center. I thought it might be helpful to share my story. I can only speak from my experience here, some testing sites might … Read more
Unfamiliar with the Korean expressway and HiPass system? We’ve got your covered. Making the most of your stay in Korea means taking advantage of every opportunity to travel. For most trips that are over 2 hours away, OR when driving into Seoul, you may encounter at least one toll along the way. Setting up a HiPass … Read more
Grab your loved one and head to the east coast for a romantic getaway! Check out our recommendations. You don’t want to miss this trip. You feel new after a visit to the east sea. Grab your special someone and pack your bags for YangYang, an outdoor lover’s paradise. YangYang, Gangwon-do is located between Sokcho … Read more
Is navigating Korea stressful? Try using Naver Maps. Let me give you quick tutorial to help you get started. Additional South of Seoul Blogs Related to Map Apps South of Seoul volunteers recommend that you do as much research and reading on using maps in South Korea as possible. Learning to use South Korean map … Read more
One of our main goals at South of Seoul (SOS) is to empower our readers and users to explore Pyeongtaek on their own and share the things they love with others. This sounds easy, except that the language barrier and maps issues make this far harder than it should be. How in the world do … Read more
