What are the best things to do in South Korea?

Question

Im going to south korea on the 18th of august to meet my fiancee's parents but i don't know exactly what to expect from there. can you help me? and what is the best gesture when meeting your fiancee's parents & considering that they are native koreans?

Answer 1

http://www2.ald.net/~roden/korea/pages/c...

^ This website is quite long, and more targeted to Americans or others who are coming to Korea to teach English... But if you just skim through it (and I mean lightly, because it gets a bit in depth and over the top - and I don't think anyone expects you to do everything on the site) it will tell you a bit about Korean etiquette and manners.

But, if you don't feel like reading it (which is perfectly fine~), I guess I should just say that Koreans are very fond of bowing. When you're meeting your fiance's parents, unless they stick out their hands immediately to shake yours, I'd say a slight bow (of your head, not your full body haha) and a "hello" is definitely a plus... And being reserved, as mentioned by the other answer, is also a good thing.

As for fun things to do in Korea, where are you staying?

If you're in Seoul, I would recommend just wandering and exploring a bit (preferably with your fiance) - you'll definitely stumble on something interesting. But if you're looking for more concrete locations, there is a huge mall in Korea (underground) called COEX that is worth visiting. There is also an indoor amusement park (Lotte World) and a couple of shopping areas, such as Itaewon, that are fun to visit. For more info, I'd suggest this site as well: http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/inde...

I hope this helped a little - enjoy your time in Korea!

Answer 2

you'll be surprised how westernized the country has become. the technology and pub-transportation there is excellent depending on where you'll be staying. in recent years, more foreigners live in the country due to increase in american companies and demand for english instructors. if you like food and drinking...its the norm to be in the nite life drinking. much of the people may appear to be rude, but are very friendly.

my advice when meeting inlaws- be more polite and more reserved and try not to take on a dominant role in front of ur fiance. try to be helpful around the house or kitchen when the mother is around...they will definately like that. if anything ask ur fiance for more tips...good luk