Mountain recreation is widespread in South Korea. It is no less popular than beach holidays. Here are some of the popular winter resorts: Yongpyong, Star Hill, Alpensia, High 1, Phoenix, Muju, and Vivaldi Park. They offer dozens of various ski runs for both beginners and professionals. Each mountain resort offers not only skiing but also other entertaining activities that are located at the resort or close to it. These can be visits to such national parks as Odaesa and Chiaksan, to the Chamsori Gramophone Museum, ethnic Korean village “Global Folk Village”, Yonin Recreation Forest, temples and monasteries, casinos, and golf courses. Most mountain resorts have luxury hotels and expensive private villas, as well as more affordable hostels and guesthouses.
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The resort infrastructure of Yongpyong will not let you feel bored. To the service of visitors, there are bowling, billiards, a hippodrome, two private golf clubs, and Peak Island Aqua Park. High 1 is a mountain resort situated approximately 3-4 hours from Seoul by taxi or bus. This resort was established in 2006. It offers 18 ski runs including 3 runs of the international level. There are ski rentals, a school for beginners, midscale and upscale hotels, and even a casino. High 1 has several hotels and a condominium.
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Air, Answer, and Circle are some of the most famous nightclubs in Apgujeong. They are located close to the central street of the neighborhood, Rodeo Street. The entrance fee is 30,000 won, and drinks start from 10,000 won. The clubs mostly play electronic music. Hongdae, a student neighborhood, is opposite to prestigious and expensive Apgujeong. The area got its name from Hongik University that is located here. There are many shops for artists, galleries, and trendy clothing shops here. As students are usually the first ones to adopt new trends, this is an interesting destination for fashionistas. Not only clubs but also coffee shops, restaurants, and street fast-food outlets are open at night.
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If you visit Seoul for several days only, visit any club. You will not feel bored because local nightclubs and streets near them are always lively and full of visitors. When it comes to safety, tourists do not need to worry – local people love children, they are always respectful with elders, friendly with each other and foreign guests. Thefts are rare, the same as other crimes. If you miss sun and summer activities, visit Gisamun Beach on the East Sea, Jeju-do Island, Sealala Water Park, Seorak Waterpia, and Woongjin Playdoci.