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Yes, the Tourist Climate Card launched recently in mid-2025, offering unlimited access to Seoul’s subways and buses for short-term visitors. Unlike the standard T-Money card which is pay-per-ride, this pass offers 1, 2, 3, or 5-day options starting around 5,000 KRW (€3.50) per day.

You can buy the physical card at tourist information centers in Myeongdong or Seoul Station, or at convenience stores near major subway hubs. It’s significantly cheaper than paying single fares if you plan to visit 4+ locations in a day, though it doesn’t cover the AREX Express train to the airport or taxis.

The “Workation” visa (F-1-D), fully operational as of 2024, allows remote workers with an income over €60,000/year to stay for up to two years. It’s a game-changer for Europeans wanting to stay longer than the standard 90-day tourist limit without doing visa runs to Japan.

Applicants need proof of employment from a company outside Korea and private health insurance coverage of at least 100 million KRW. Unlike the tourist entry, you must apply at a Korean embassy in Europe before traveling, as changing status from a tourist visa while inside Korea is strictly prohibited.

Traditionally, yes—many BBQ places require a minimum order of two servings, making solo dining (“honbap”) expensive or awkward. However, the trend is shifting, and many newer restaurants in Hongdae or Gangnam now have “bar seating” specifically for solo diners with single-serving menus.

If you want the full K-BBQ experience alone, look for places specifically advertising “1-in set” (one person set) or go during off-peak hours (2-5 PM) when staff are more lenient about minimum orders. Alternatively, “Gimbap Cheonguk” style diners always welcome solo eaters 24/7.

Get an eSIM or SIM card—public WiFi is widespread in Seoul but spotty when you’re navigating streets, and you need constant data for map apps and translation. Korean WiFi networks often require a local phone number to log in, locking tourists out of “free” connections in cafes or subways.

Pre-purchase an eSIM from providers like LG U+ or KT (Roam) for about €15-20 for 10 days of unlimited data. It’s cheaper and easier than renting a “WiFi Egg” (portable router) which requires charging and a deposit.

Technically yes, the tap water (Arisu) is safe and high quality, but most locals and hotels still don’t drink it directly from the faucet due to old pipe concerns. Hotels provide free bottled water daily (usually 2 bottles), and every floor typically has a purified water dispenser (hot and cold).

Stick to the provided bottles or dispensers for drinking. Using tap water for brushing your teeth or boiling noodles is perfectly fine and safe.

If you land after the AREX trains stop (around 11:40 PM), your best option is the “Late Night Airport Bus” (N6000 series) which runs to Seoul Station and Gangnam. These cost about 10,000-12,000 KRW (€7-9) and run every 40-60 minutes.

Taxis are the alternative but expect to pay a night surcharge (20-40%), bringing the fare to €70-90 depending on your destination. Avoid the unofficial drivers soliciting inside the terminal (“Taxi? Taxi?”)—ignore them and head to the official taxi queue outside to ensure you get a metered rate.

Korea has a very strict “pay-as-you-throw” system requiring specific color-coded bags for general waste and food waste. You cannot just throw everything in one bin; food waste must be separated (no bones or shells) and put in the designated small yellow or food-specific bag.

Recyclables (plastic, glass, cans) must be clean and separated into the building’s communal bins. If you mess this up, your Airbnb host can be fined heavily, and they will pass that charge on to you. Ask your host specifically where to buy the district-specific standard bags (Jongnyangje) at the nearest convenience store.

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