South Korea

(Updated for 2025) The #1 Travel Guidebook Series for Women (and Couples) ¿ Plan your dream South Korea trip in a short amount of time on any budget - all while avoiding the scams, creeps, and tourist traps. Skip ahead to the cities, adventures, and cultural experiences that are worth your time (and money). What's Inside The Solo Girl's Travel Guide to South Korea? Seoul ¿ Incheon ¿ Busan ¿ Daegu ¿ Jeju Island ¿ Gangneung ¿ Geoje Island ¿ Plus More Must-See Destinations This is the #1 Travel Guide for adventurous women and couples exploring South Korea-for a vacation, an adventure, or even to teach English in Korea (we've included a teacher's section, too!). What This Travel Guide Is... ¿ An Adventure Planner with the best temples, hikes, and Korean food. ¿ Equal parts Korean culture, local markets, social spots, and hidden gems. ¿ A splash of fun with shopping, spas (jimjilbangs), K-pop hotspots, and Korean beauty trends. ¿ Incredible local tours to experience how locals live, eat, and unwind. ¿ Budget-saving tips for affordable travel planning. ¿ Real local secrets and off-the-beaten-path adventures. ¿ Suggestions for tours that don't feel touristy. Plus! ¿ Safety tips and pep talks for solo female travelers. ¿ Survival Korean language phrases for easy navigation. ¿ What to pack for South Korea to make your trip seamless. ¿ How to get from the airport to your destination stress-free. ¿ Personal access to me-ask me anything on Instagram @SoloGirlsTravelGuide! What This Guide Is Not... ¿ A long-winded read full of historical dates and political jargon. ¿ A generic list of tourist attractions that don't add value. ¿ A book written by someone who doesn't even live here. ¿¿ This is NOT a boring encyclopedia-it's a guidebook that understands your needs as a solo female traveler! The Solo Girl's Travel Guide Answers THE MOST Important Questions, Like... ¿ Is it really worth $50 to take a day trip to an island? (Always.) ¿ Can I realistically visit 5 cities in 2 weeks? (Sometimes.) ¿ Can I stay in a gorgeous hot tub hotel for $100? (Yes, yes, yes!) AND: ¿ Are there drugs in my drink? ¿ Is that dark alley filled with serial killers? ¿ Am I going to be kidnapped and sold to the highest bidder? The answer is usually NO-but for women, "usually" isn't good enough. To be carefree, we have to feel 100% safe. This guidebook prioritizes your safety and enjoyment. Go Into Your Trip With Confidence! This guide ensures you're getting the best, safest, and totally worth-it spots. Let your hair down, relax, and tell your mom not to worry-I've got you. Your adventure officially starts now. Click 'Add to Cart' to plan the trip of a lifetime to South Korea! Your copy of The Solo Girl's Travel Guide is waiting to give you the confidence and tools to make your dream trip a reality. Let's do this! ¿¿¿¿¿ Your travel big sister, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿Alexa