i guess to many polution .... the world weather go hay wire.... already

Probablably once in the blue moon..Bcos, when I was there from 11 till 16th Dec, no snow wor, but icy lake & I missed the snow at Cetre Korea.

Going to Korea next Fri. Hope no snow and no radiation
I hate cold

Hi, as some forumers pointed out, it snowed a few days ago and it's very windy right now. wunderground.com says it's max 16 celcius and coldest at 0 degree at night while timeanddate.com hovers between -3 to 12 degrees.

Now I'm confused about what's to bring and wear when I'm there next week. Do I still need gloves, beanie cap and boots to stay warm? Initially I'm planning to just wear jeans, sandals, cardigans and normal jackets but now I wonder if they are sufficient.

I am currently planning my first trip to S.Korea. Knowing I like food very much, my friend (frequent busy travel to Seoul) told me to try out the following:-

@ Seoul, please do go visit these places for food:
1) All the korean street snacks can be get here under one roof - Gwang Jang market
2) Sariwon - For yummylicious Bulgogi
3) Singdangdong - for spicy tteokbokki with noodles, fishcakes, eggs, etc..(good for a late night supper especially in cold weather - missed this)
4) Myeongdong Gyoja - for spicy cold noodles
5) Samgyetang (Ginseng Chicken soup) - near the Palace (Gyeong Bok Gong).
6) Crispy Duck near KBS station...forgot the address, can go eat and try to catch if can see some korean artiste..hahaha
7) Fish market - for korean style fresh sashimi and other seafood.

arghhh, a lot more.

Boots not needed I think. Just 2 layers of cloth would be sufficient. I have survived with that, jeans and Converse shoes plus stocking. But had to keep my hands in pocket most of the time. The best part is when there is direct sunlight. That's when you will appreciate sun and Malaysia Remember Jeju is a completely different story.

thanks for the suggestion

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Added on March 28, 2011, 7:20 pmthank you sophi! how about Dior? i see alot of advertisement....

This post has been edited by shakiraa: Mar 28 2011, 07:21 PM

buy their own korean products la.

Thanks tenten. Then my initial plan is ok.. Just may need to change the sandals to shoes and stocking.

No problem. Better to regret bringing all the things than to regret not bringing nothing at all Or else if you have money, just buy all the shoes stockings hoodie there hehe. They are so cheap

I saw a lot of Dior products there too but their local products are cheaper by wider margin If you prefer higher range and local ones, I recommend Laneige. I bought their toner there in Ewha area, of cos other place will sell too. I got 5% discount and tax refund direct from the shop @ 29,700won. Not only that the shop gave me a lot a lot of samples too, without me asking

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Added on March 28, 2011, 11:51 pmAgreed! I brought too many clothes to layer up resulted in my backpack so heavy that I had problem carrying it. Better to only bring 1 set of thick clothing and buy extra there if you feel cold. It's definitely cheaper there. I bought a thick knitted scarf for 7000won only!

This post has been edited by sophistafunk: Mar 28 2011, 11:51 PM

Haha...seem like quite a few people going Seoul this week. I'm flying this sunday, anyone with me?

Btw, i just bring 1 hoodie there. Hopefully i can survive the cold before i buy jacket there. Don't think there will be cherry blossom with this kind of weather:(

You will survive dont worry. Dont forget mosturiser if your skin is prone to dry cold weather rash. Most of the people do since we are from a warmer country.

Just got back from south korea last sunday. Went to so many places but failed to climb Bugaksan Mountain. I already went to Malbawi Information Center but it seems that they were closed at that time. The wind was too strong went we were they. i already got frostbite because i underestimate the wheather


My total cost was Rm1500 including flight fare, we also went to Gyeonju.. IMHO the subway system is superb but the stairs are nightmare. Next time if i want to go there, definitely going to find guesthouse which has many or near transfer lines

This post has been edited by xclent182: Mar 29 2011, 03:19 PM

khchong81, I'm departing this sunday too. Have you checked the seats they had assigned to you via web check in? My husband and I were assigned 3 rows apart. Now thinking whether to pay RM35 or not to get side by side seats.

I face this problem too. I was placed at C row but my gf was at H row. So, i have to pay RM70 to get better seat because beside me already got people sitting.

Airasia marketing strategy really great. Force us to buy seat. But anyway, my air fare is only RM650 (with luggage) for 2 persons!

How was your trip?Was it snowing?I heard it was snowing a couple of days ago.I also went there early March.How come your cost is only RM1500?Is it include shopping?My trip costs me RM2000 for flight,accomodation,transport and souvenirs.Tell us more!

thank you again sophi. what korean brand is good? i plan to get a few set as a gift for friends.


btw, girls, is there any recommended shops for bargain shopping? such as 100 yen shop in japan? thx

This post has been edited by shakiraa: Mar 29 2011, 08:15 PM

hmm..after reading comments by u guys, we need roughly RM1.5k for accommodation,souvenirs,transport? is it enuf?
i dun shop..i like mountains,sea,lake,trees!

Mine is about that price too.. still thinking to prebook or not to.