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繁體中文｜閱讀全文 ↓ 日本語で全文を読む ↓ The wind almost drowns out Jeonghan’s voice when he takes his camera to the Jeju coast. It’s cold, it’s still raining, and he’s come outside anyway. A few minutes of sea air after coffee are reason enough. In I-GOYA in JEJU , the SEVENTEEN member films a family holiday in little bursts. His sister even has a note for the camera operator: turn the phone sideways. Jeonghan by the water on the official vlog cover. Tap the image to watch on SEVENTEEN’s channel. Inside ARARIO MUSEUM, the camera takes a break At 1:35 , Jeonghan introduces ARARIO MUSEUM. Just as you might expect a tour of the galleries, he explains that filming inside is restricted and puts the camera away. The part we get to see is his reaction afterward. Modern art is unfamiliar territory for his family, he says, and they still had fun looking around. Then he checks the time. It’s about six, and the next decision is dinner. Jeonghan outside ARARIO MUSEUM, with the museum sign above the entrance. Fram...

Disclosure: This post contains a Klook affiliate link. If you book through it, I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. How this site makes money . Jeju winters are mild by Korean standards, but the wind off the sea is cold and damp, and by late afternoon most people want to be somewhere warm. Korea's answer is the bathhouse: hot tubs, saunas and the jjimjilbang, a heated common area where you lie on warm floors in a provided T-shirt and shorts and eat baked eggs. Jeju has the full range, from cheap seawater bathhouses near the airport to a certified hot spring in Seogwipo and a private sauna room with a sea view. Here are eight places, grouped by area, with hours and prices from the venues' own websites, Visit Jeju and the Korea Tourism Organization. I haven't been to all of them, and where sources disagree I say so. Last checked 9 November 2026. Quick answer: For a late-night soak near the airport, Dodu Haesu Park is open 24 hours. For the cheapest sea-v...

Want to do more than eat Korean food on your Jeju trip? At Toto Atelier, a hands-on cooking experience can turn a family outing into a memorable introduction to Korean food culture. Rather than simply ordering a dish, visitors can discover the ingredients and steps behind making food themselves. At a glance: A cooking-focused cultural activity in Jeju, especially appealing to families with children. Class themes, ages, language support, prices and availability should be checked with the studio before booking. Why try a Korean cooking experience in Jeju? Jeju is famous for its scenery, but food is another way to get to know the island. A practical class gives children something to do with their hands, while adults can share in the experience and learn about Korean cooking traditions. The exact recipe and format depend on the session offered. What makes Toto Atelier interesting for families? Cooking offers a change of pace between beaches, museums and outdoor attractions. It can al...

Jeju's visa-free entry is one of the most useful and most misunderstood rules in Korean travel. It lets travellers from many countries that normally need a Korean visa visit the island without one, but it comes with conditions that catch people out every year: how you arrive, how long you stay and, above all, whether you can carry on to Seoul. I'm not an immigration lawyer, so this is a plain-English summary of the official rules and recent news as of late 2026. Rules change, so always confirm with Korea's Ministry of Justice, the official K-ETA site or your nearest Korean embassy before you book. Last checked 1 November 2026. Quick answer: Most foreign nationals can visit Jeju without a visa for up to 30 days for tourism or transit, if they arrive in Jeju directly from abroad (Jeju Airport or Jeju Port) and stay on Jeju . The scheme is closed to nationals of about two dozen countries on the Ministry of Justice's exclusion list. Going on to Seoul or anywhere else...

At Chorokchae (초록채) in Aewol, a Korean home-style meal brings several flavours to one table. Rice and soup sit alongside the main dish, kimchi and small portions of vegetables. These side dishes are called banchan . If you like fish, the menu gives you a choice between miso-aged salmon, dried yellow croaker and soy-braised toothfish. A home-style meal at Chorokchae in Aewol, Jeju. What to order at Chorokchae Miso-aged grilled salmon set · 연어된장숙성구이정식 · ₩20,000 Salmon aged for three to five days in soybean paste, then grilled. The restaurant describes this signature set as a blend of Japanese and Korean home cooking. Barley-aged yellow croaker · 보리굴비 · ₩25,000 This signature dish pairs dried yellow croaker with green tea. Soy-braised toothfish set · 메로조림정식 · ₩20,000 Toothfish simmered in a Japanese-style soy sauce. The menu specifies a minimum order for two people. Hanwoo beef yukjeon · 한우육전 Thin slices of Korean Hanwoo beef lightly coated in flour and egg, then pan-fried. Ask the res...

2027 is a big year for visitors to Korea: World Youth Day in the summer, the new Fanomenon K-pop festival in December, and Jeju's own festivals in between. This page puts them all on one calendar, month by month, along with the Korean public holidays that fill flights and hotels. Most Jeju festivals announce exact dates only a few weeks or months ahead, so where 2027 dates aren't out yet, I give the 2026 dates as a guide and will update them as they are announced. Last checked 1 November 2026. Quick answer: The big dates for 2027 are WYD Days in the Diocese in Jeju (29 July – 2 August) , followed by World Youth Day in Seoul (3–8 August), and Fanomenon in Seoul (2–12 December) . Jeju's own highlights run from the Fire Festival in March , through cherry blossoms and canola flowers in late March and April, the beaches from late June, the Haenyeo Festival in September and autumn culture festivals in October, to the tangerine season in November . Expect crowds at Seollal ...

Disclosure: This post contains Creatrip affiliate links. If you book through them, I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. How this site makes money . Summer is Jeju's busiest season and its most misunderstood. Visitors picture turquoise water and get grey rain in early July, or arrive in August to heat, typhoon watches and jellyfish warnings. All of it is manageable if you know the calendar. Two of the island's best beaches are in Aewol, my home district, and this guide covers the weather month by month, the official beaches and their hours, jellyfish and typhoon safety, and ways to beat the heat. Figures are from summer 2026; the 2027 beach dates are usually announced in spring, and I'll update them then. Last checked 1 November 2026. Quick answer: Jeju's rainy season normally runs from about 19 June to 20 July . After that comes the hottest stretch of the year, with highs often above 30°C, and typhoon risk peaks in August and September . The 12 offici...