Hi,

Spring is one of the wonderful season to travel in Korea. If you like nature, many flowers are blooming during this time and surrounding starts to become colorful and warmer in the day. I live in Korea and spring is one of my most favorite moments around the year.

What do Koreans do during spring ? You might see some events for spring festival organized by the town hall. There are many such events during the weekends mostly held at the park or by the river. Koreans like to do day camp / picnic at the park and enjoy spring scenery. Mountain hiking is popular too during this time .

Try not to focus only on cherry blossom as they are many other flowers to enjoy during the day. It will be raining during this season so try to avoid visit cherry blossom park after rain. Cheers

This post has been edited by siewbow: Mar 18 2019, 07:29 AM


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It is too early for cherry blossom visiting. This is the photo taken today. Probably takes another 2 - 3 weeks in Seoul.


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Latest forecast for cherry blossom http://m.koreatimes.co.kr/pages/article.asp?newsIdx=265612

Cheers !

This is taken today 1/4/2019, middle region of Peninsular Korea. Expect to reach full bloom by next week.

This post has been edited by siewbow: Apr 1 2019, 08:44 AM


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Cherry Blossom season is over for now. I attached some photos of cherry blossom timeline so u may able to plan well for next visit. If you visit 1st & 2nd week of April I am sure u will be able to see Cherry blossom in Peninsula of Korea (exclude jeju). From buds to flower it takes around 2 weeks and it is difficult to forecast full bloom in 10 days in advance as weather condition might be different every year.

For me, the best moment to enjoy Cherry Blossom is during 'Full bloom' and 'Cherry blossom rain'. Cherry blossom rain occurs when flower start to mature and fall. With strong wind swipe pass the trees it forms a cherry blossom rain. The feeling is superb.


For people travelling after cherry blossom season, rest assured as there are many more flowers to enjoy during this time. Don't forget about fruits too.


Spring -
Small yellow melon (Chamoe) / Peach / Plum

Summer -
Grape / Watermelon

Autumn -
Jujube / Pear / Apple


Winter -
Strawberry / Tangerine (Jeju)

Happy Travelling !!!


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Weather for Dec, Jan, Feb is cold and you might have difficulty staying out for long. With the cold wave sweeping towards Seoul during these time you will need a windproof winter jacket.

Weather forecast in Korea is quite accurate and useful during winter season. Try to use is as often as possible to plan ur visit. Choose sunny day if you wish to visit outdoor and cloudy day for indoors attractions.

Clothing is important, get a good jacket. In Korea you can get a box of heatpack in Lotte, homeplus , daiso and try to use it as often as possible. During cold weather u won't able to walk for long, prob half an hour depending on weather n how well your body can adapt.

Unless snow mountain you may skip most of the botanical park as it is dull and empty during this time. Nami island will be good if it is snowing as it has nice scenery for photo. So use weather forecast to check which day is snowing and plan your trip wisely.

Unless driver has driving experience in Korea it will be risky to drive in the peninsular especially Seoul. Some rules require dynamic thinking and Korean driving tolerance is low where you will feel stress driving in the city and highway. Jeju area is still okay as traffic is not as hectic as Seoul. Many deadly accident happened everyday.

If driver has no experience about korea traffic and language it is recommended to hire a local driver.

Compulsory for children until year 6.

Well... Most of the Korean has a pair of mitten and winter gloves. Both can keep hands warm just that it will be easier to use phone when u wear gloves. Sometimes they wear mitten too.

During winter ppl dont stay outdoor for long. So we don't wear gloves often. Unless it is raining or snow.

Putting hands in winter jacket can warm our hands. Most of the winter jacket from Korean has a fleece layer in the pocket and it helps hand to keep warm.

If you tends to travel during this season. It is recommended to keep ur body as warm as possible. Because you will spend time outdoor. Cold will slowly deteriorate your body stamina.

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Greetings !
Some photos taken from yesterday. Stay safe and Happy New Year !!!!






This post has been edited by siewbow: Dec 31 2020, 12:43 PM