Things to Know

🧭 Things to Know

🏙 General Information

• Time Zone: Korea Standard Time (KST), UTC +9

• Language: Korean (English signage is common in tourist and business areas)

• Climate (Late July): Hot and humid — average highs around 30°C / 86°F, with occasional rain due to the monsoon season

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⚡ Power & Connectivity

• Voltage: 220V, 60Hz

• Plug Types: Type C and Type F (round two-pin plugs)

• Adapter Needed: Yes — required for North American and other non-European devices

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💰 Currency & Payments

• Per Diem: If you do not have an EHC credit card, a per diem will be provided for evening meals and incidentals.

• Currency: South Korean Won (KRW)

• Currency Exchange: Best rates available at banks or certified money changers

• ATMs: Common in all cities, but only those marked “Global ATM” accept foreign cards

• Credit Cards: Widely accepted; VISA and Mastercard preferred

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🚖 Transportation & Navigation

• Taxis: Affordable and reliable — use translation apps if needed

• Public Transit: Subway systems are efficient and well-labeled in English

• T-money Card: Convenient prepaid card for buses, subways, and taxis (available at convenience stores)

• Recommended Apps:

• 📍 Naver Map or KakaoMap – more accurate than Google Maps in Korea

• 🗣 Papago – excellent translation app for Korean

• 🚕 KakaoTaxi – ride-hailing app similar to Uber

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🍱 Food & Dietary Notes

• Dietary Restrictions: Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available but less common; inform organizers in advance if meals are arranged

• Water: Tap water is safe to drink, though bottled water is widely available

• Dining Etiquette:

• No tipping is required

• Shared dishes are common

• Remove shoes when entering traditional restaurants or homes