Korea
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Hi ladies.. i think it depends on who u travel with...
Did the frens whom encourages u to change to USD travel F&E or with tour???
I think that makes a diff...
Although I've only been to Korea once... we really didnt have to spend anything at all.. coz all entrance fees are paid by the tour guide.... and the only things we paid were for the souvenirs at the road sides... so USD is not needed..... but i think the exchange rate may be better if we can pay in USD at some places.. we didnt ask..and most of our tour people also paid in KRW..
You can bring some spares though...
Oh one thing.. we realised the rate at Seoul Airport is much better than Spore's rate.. we changed ours at 1:750 in spore.. i think it was like 1:760 at Seoul Airport.. minimal difference.... but if u want to, u can change some here..and some there...
Did the frens whom encourages u to change to USD travel F&E or with tour???
I think that makes a diff...
Although I've only been to Korea once... we really didnt have to spend anything at all.. coz all entrance fees are paid by the tour guide.... and the only things we paid were for the souvenirs at the road sides... so USD is not needed..... but i think the exchange rate may be better if we can pay in USD at some places.. we didnt ask..and most of our tour people also paid in KRW..
You can bring some spares though...
Oh one thing.. we realised the rate at Seoul Airport is much better than Spore's rate.. we changed ours at 1:750 in spore.. i think it was like 1:760 at Seoul Airport.. minimal difference.... but if u want to, u can change some here..and some there...
weddingday
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Hi rach and others who went to Korea before, how's the food there?
Hi Princess..
I guess its subjective.. my fren who went loved their food..they are veggie lovers...
Both my HB and me are meat lovers.. so it was rather pathetic.. we had veggies and related food every day.. not to mention... Kimchi is never missing..
You can check out my honeymoon pics if u are interested..
PM me for the link..
We took almost every meal's food.. but we are from ASA Tour...so if u are on another tour or going F&E, it may be different kind of food..
I guess its subjective.. my fren who went loved their food..they are veggie lovers...
Both my HB and me are meat lovers.. so it was rather pathetic.. we had veggies and related food every day.. not to mention... Kimchi is never missing..
You can check out my honeymoon pics if u are interested..
PM me for the link..
We took almost every meal's food.. but we are from ASA Tour...so if u are on another tour or going F&E, it may be different kind of food..
Lynn> I've sent u the link..there're 1000++ photos.. so.. u just screen through la... for food.. u can see a few in the midst... lunch and dinner.. breakfast we took also... most of the days...
Ours was 7days in Korea.. it was ending of summer.. so weather was very much like in Spore..
Whats the current korea rate??
Ours was 7days in Korea.. it was ending of summer.. so weather was very much like in Spore..
Whats the current korea rate??
Hi Lynn,
Me too, I intend to change abt the same amount. My friend told me koreans also like to accept USD too, so for tipping, can give in USD, for some entry to visiting side/rides and some shopping, can also give in USD. And USD is more attractive than Korean rate, not sure if it's as attractive now. I just sign up with Wingo last sat(per my friend recommendation), going on the 26Dec and back on 2Jan. How abt u? when's yr travel date?
Hi Rachel,
Can I have a look at yr photo? [email protected]
Me too, I intend to change abt the same amount. My friend told me koreans also like to accept USD too, so for tipping, can give in USD, for some entry to visiting side/rides and some shopping, can also give in USD. And USD is more attractive than Korean rate, not sure if it's as attractive now. I just sign up with Wingo last sat(per my friend recommendation), going on the 26Dec and back on 2Jan. How abt u? when's yr travel date?
Hi Rachel,
Can I have a look at yr photo? [email protected]
Annabella> Mmm..if u are going by tour..by right u dun have to pay for any entrance fees...coz its all covered by the tour package...but it depends again how much u paid... we paid $1268 for 8days Seoul + Jeju... but it was more like 7 days there.. we took the flight on the 1st day 10pm...by the time reach korea already considered 2nd day..so i'll take it as 7 full days there..
have sent u the link..
Lynn> wah..thats good rate loh... my time was 1:750 only..cool....
have sent u the link..
Lynn> wah..thats good rate loh... my time was 1:750 only..cool....
Hi Lynn,
I haven't prepare my winter stuff yet. I intend to borrow my sis clothing. I haven't enquire abt the exchange rate, will do so when the date draws near. okie, will update you again.
Hi Rach,
Thank you.
Yup, mostly will be covered in the package, but we have one cable ride not covered in the package. And only if weather condition permits,then we will paid for the rides.
I haven't prepare my winter stuff yet. I intend to borrow my sis clothing. I haven't enquire abt the exchange rate, will do so when the date draws near. okie, will update you again.
Hi Rach,
Thank you.
Yup, mostly will be covered in the package, but we have one cable ride not covered in the package. And only if weather condition permits,then we will paid for the rides.
Hi Lynn,
My departure and arrival date is the same as yours but i am with Hong Thai.
Now there's winter sale at Winning, i bought most of my stuffs there, you can go and take a look. http://www.winningmktg.com. I bought the 100% Pure Soft Wool long john, one good thing is they don't sell in sets, thus you can buy the tops and bottoms in different sizes whichever matches your body. Go to the Queenstown branch, it carries most of the stocks.
As for the exchange rate, heard chinatown or mustafa gives better rate. You may like to compare before you make your decision on where to change.
My departure and arrival date is the same as yours but i am with Hong Thai.
Now there's winter sale at Winning, i bought most of my stuffs there, you can go and take a look. http://www.winningmktg.com. I bought the 100% Pure Soft Wool long john, one good thing is they don't sell in sets, thus you can buy the tops and bottoms in different sizes whichever matches your body. Go to the Queenstown branch, it carries most of the stocks.
As for the exchange rate, heard chinatown or mustafa gives better rate. You may like to compare before you make your decision on where to change.
Hi,
I found this on the website. It's 1sgd=939.4won now.
http://www.visitsingapore.com/publish/stbportal/en/home/apps/currency_converter.html
I found this on the website. It's 1sgd=939.4won now.
http://www.visitsingapore.com/publish/stbportal/en/home/apps/currency_converter.html
Hi Lynn,
For the Lycra one right, it's more comfortable but the lady told me it can't be use for very cold temperature. So I go for the thicker material one. I only bought one set but am considering buying another set from other place. Just to let you know Cold wear at BHG having sale from now till 16 Nov.
For the Lycra one right, it's more comfortable but the lady told me it can't be use for very cold temperature. So I go for the thicker material one. I only bought one set but am considering buying another set from other place. Just to let you know Cold wear at BHG having sale from now till 16 Nov.
Annabella,
Your family visited -0degree places with cotton thermals?
My parents are around mid 50+, do you think cotton thermals sufficient? Cos I really worried the tickish feeling might be uncomfortable for them.
I very "kiasu", bought down jackets for my parents already. Scared their tolerance not so good. Hee Hee!
Thanks for the advise.
Your family visited -0degree places with cotton thermals?
My parents are around mid 50+, do you think cotton thermals sufficient? Cos I really worried the tickish feeling might be uncomfortable for them.
I very "kiasu", bought down jackets for my parents already. Scared their tolerance not so good. Hee Hee!
Thanks for the advise.
Blugal,
I called up to check BHG, was told discount only applicable for winter jackets. Thermal & accessories not included.
Since I already bought my jackets, I will give that fair a miss.
Now, my priority is buying thermals only ... then my task more or less completed.
Yeah!
I called up to check BHG, was told discount only applicable for winter jackets. Thermal & accessories not included.
Since I already bought my jackets, I will give that fair a miss.
Now, my priority is buying thermals only ... then my task more or less completed.
Yeah!
Hi Lynn,
Yes. No issue. According to my sis, she put on 2 sets of long john, a vest (wool material), and a jacket (knee length), wear jean and track shoe. U need to have a hat (my husband said it's very impt to be able to cover yr ears too), gloves, shawl, and socks too. Always have heat pad with you too. She advises me to bring extra vest too in case it gets too cold. So these are the items that I’ll bring on my trip.
Yes. No issue. According to my sis, she put on 2 sets of long john, a vest (wool material), and a jacket (knee length), wear jean and track shoe. U need to have a hat (my husband said it's very impt to be able to cover yr ears too), gloves, shawl, and socks too. Always have heat pad with you too. She advises me to bring extra vest too in case it gets too cold. So these are the items that I’ll bring on my trip.
Hi All,
I'm new to this thread, i was thinking of going to korea for a belated honeymoon, but i was wondering which is the best timing to go?
Care to share with travel agency is better for korea tour group??
Kind of lost here as i have only been to Bangkok and Malaysia, i don't know much about travelling and things to take note.
Many Thanks in advance! ^_^
I'm new to this thread, i was thinking of going to korea for a belated honeymoon, but i was wondering which is the best timing to go?
Care to share with travel agency is better for korea tour group??
Kind of lost here as i have only been to Bangkok and Malaysia, i don't know much about travelling and things to take note.
Many Thanks in advance! ^_^
Hi Fly,
Same as you, I have been to Bangkok and Malaysia only...
Actually best time to go Korea (according to most websites) is the spring and autumn period …
When to go Korea? It depends on what you would like to see... the itinerary for Korea is more or less the same for the whole year….
I choose to visit Korea during winter, because I’ll get to ski, see the 'white' trees….
My travel agency is Wingo Travel Pte Ltd (a small agency, but they specialize in Korea tour and they only engage guide tour from the reputable agency in Korea). Their package is slightly cheaper than a few that I have sourced.
Same as you, I have been to Bangkok and Malaysia only...
Actually best time to go Korea (according to most websites) is the spring and autumn period …
When to go Korea? It depends on what you would like to see... the itinerary for Korea is more or less the same for the whole year….
I choose to visit Korea during winter, because I’ll get to ski, see the 'white' trees….
My travel agency is Wingo Travel Pte Ltd (a small agency, but they specialize in Korea tour and they only engage guide tour from the reputable agency in Korea). Their package is slightly cheaper than a few that I have sourced.
princesscarebear
New Member
Hi there, i just came back from korea. Travelled with Wingo Travel Agency. The trip was a bad experience. I posted my feedback on http://www.singaporebrides.com/forumboard/messages/4/614774.html?1223778592
Hi, need your advise.
Most prob I will be staying in Lotte World Hotel, is it very inconvenient for a family of 5 to visit N Tower @ nite?
Wonder do I need to split cab? Or can squeze 5 paz?
Would the distance be very far & ~ ? for cab I wonder?
Jus in case no additional / optional tours.
How about the nite markets? Really wanna maximise my time there.
Thanks
Most prob I will be staying in Lotte World Hotel, is it very inconvenient for a family of 5 to visit N Tower @ nite?
Wonder do I need to split cab? Or can squeze 5 paz?
Would the distance be very far & ~ ? for cab I wonder?
Jus in case no additional / optional tours.
How about the nite markets? Really wanna maximise my time there.
Thanks
