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Climate |
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Typical mild coastal climate with minimum temperatures just below 0 degree celcius even in winter due to warm currents.
Because it is to the South of the mainland, the island has a high mountain area that rises up into the atmosphere significantly,
and the wind currents and jet stream move from the mainland to the island,
it is in a perfect position to capture frequent moisture.
The island is on the border of moderate and subtropical zones.
The beach season runs from July to September. The climate features a hot summer,
the usual air temperature being 26 °C (highest 33 °C), highest water temperature of upper
layers is 28 °C. It has a warm and dry autumn when the air is becoming cooler and
water temperature remains as in summer (24 °C) until October.
Short and mild winterwith snowfalls in the northern part of the island and in highland,
while in the southern part farmers harvest tangerines.
And finally a warm spring when everything blooms. During all seasons except summer,
the island is known for being very windy. It's location in a zone ripe for frequent atmospheric
pressure changes ensures almost constant moderate to high winds.
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Korean Food |
| Eating out is one of
the great pleasures of visiting Korea, a country
famous for its many native dishes. Korean cuisine
will provide unique tastes for visitors. There is
also a wide variety of American, Continental, Chinese
and Japanese restaurants. Korean food is nutritious,
well balanced and low in calories as it involves
a wide variety of vegetables. Seasonings include
garlic, red pepper, scallion, soy sauce, fermented
bean paste, ginger and sesame oil. |
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Currency |
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| The basic currency of Korea is won.
Specifically, various notes and coins are used:
Notes include 1,000 won, 5,000 won, and 10,000 won
denominations, while coins include 10 won, 50 won,
100 won, and 500 won denominations. |
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Cash & Check |
| Foreign bank notes and traveler's
checks can be converted into Korean won at foreign
exchange banks and other authorized money exchange
outlets. The exchange rate is subject to market
fluctuations |
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Credit Card |
| Credit cards, including VISA, American
Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and JCB, are accepted
at major hotels, department stores, restaurants,
and retail outlets. |
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Business Hours |
| Government office hours are usually
from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays. Banks are open
from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays and closed
on Saturdays and Sundays. Major department stores
are open from 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. including
Sundays. |
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Tip |
| Tipping is not a regular practice
in Korea. Service charges are included in your bill
for rooms, meals, and other services at hotels and
upscale restaurants. Koreans occasionally do tip
when they are especially pleased with the service
they receive. |
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Visa & Passport |
All visitors to the Republic of Korea
must have a valid passport and visa. Visitors with
roundtrip tickets from countries who have a special
agreement with Korea may be exempt from the visa
requirement, and can stay in Korea Visa-free for
periods up to thirty days, or ninety days, depending
on the type of agreement between the two countries.
For more information, please contact the local Korean
consulate or embassy in your country, or refer to
the website www.korea.net
or www.moj.go.kr.
Countries under
Visa Exemption Agreements (62 countries)
Nationals of countries which have the visa exemption
agreement with Korea and of countries designated
by the government can enter Korea without a visa
on the condition that they do not engage in remunerative
activities during their stay.
Designated countries allowed to enter Korea without
a visa (41 countries)
Nationals of the following countries are permitted
to enter without a visa according to the principles
of reciprocity or priority of national interests
up to 30 days.
※ With the exception of Australia, Canada, Hong
Kong, Slovenia
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Insurance |
| Participants are advised to take out
adequate travel and health insurance before leaving
their respective countries. The Organizing Committee
has no insurance coverage for the participants and
will not be responsible for any accident that may
occur during the Conference. |
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Electricity |
| Korea uses both the 110 and 220-volt
systems, although the use of the 220-volt system
is more widespread. Because most new hotels have
220-volt wiring installed, it is advised to check
beforehand. Most recently built houses are wired
with 220-volt systems. |
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Time Difference |
| In relation to Greenwich Mean Time,
Korea is + 9 hours. |
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