7 Things You MUST Know About Korea VTL - Korea Travel Guide: Pre-Trip, Seoul, Sokcho

We re finally back in Korea! Korea is still as beautiful as it was before the pandemic, and we re so happy that we could travel there again! There s a couple of admin things to take note of before your trip, so don t forget to take notes during the video! Tip: Before your trip, make sure you print out all the relevant certifications so you can have a smooth entry into Korea! If you’re planning a trip to Korea, you can check out our Korea VTL guide for essential information like PCR test sites and more! https://thetravelintern.com/singapore-korea-vtl/ For more information about the Vaccinated Travel Lanes, head over to the article below! https://thetravelintern.com/vaccinated-travel-lane-destinations/ And if you’re looking for some food to hunt down in Seoul, our food guide will be your best friend!! https://thetravelintern.com/seoul-food-guide/ 0:00 - Introduction We re finally travelling to Korea! There s a couple of things to do before your trip, so it s best to be prepared!! 0:33 - #1 Pre-Departure Paperwork Vaccination Certification For your vaccination certificate, head over to https://www.notarise.gov.sg/ You can retrieve it via Singpass and it ll be sent to your email! Korean Electronic Travel Authorisation Head over to https://www.k-eta.go.kr/portal/apply/index.do to apply for the permit! Mandatory COVID-19 Insurance For coverage regarding COVID-19 medical treatment and hospitalisation, head to: https://www.klook.com/en-SG/activity/54371-singapore-travel-insurance-chubb/?aid=312 1:19 - #2 Pre-Departure PCR Tests You need to take 4 tests! 1 test before you leave Singapore, 1 upon arrival in Korea, 1 before you leave Korea and 1 more when you reach back! Plus one more if you stay for more than 8 days! The VTL information changes frequently, so head over to overseas.moa.go.kr for the latest updates. For your Korea arrival PCR test, head over to safe2gopass.com and take the test in Incheon International Airport. Here are some PCR Test centres we recommend for your PCR tests in Korea! National Medical Centre https://www.nmc.or.kr/nmc/main/main.do Seegene Medical Foundation https://pr.seegenemedical.com/ H+ Yangji Hospital https://eng.newyjh.com/main/main.php?t=20220124191333 Book your Singapore Arrival PCR test at safetravel.changiairport.com Book it before your flight to have a peace of mind! 3:39 - #3 Pre-Departure VTL Flight Make sure your return flights are VTL flights! You don t wanna be stuck overseas! 4:13 - #4 Main Attractions! We explored Lotte World and Everland! Everything is opened and ready for you to enjoy! Just that there are some social distancing measures in place! 4:59 - Hanbok Experience Or get dolled up in a beautiful hanbok! Enjoy the beautiful views in the area while you walk around in a stunning hanbok. 5:13 - BONUS TIP! Get the Discover Seoul Pass to get free access to 43 attractions, and discounted rates to 63 more! 5:44 - #5 Shopping Streets Shopping in Seoul is a little less lively than it used to be before the pandemic! But there s still a lot to do (and eat hahah.) 6:16 - #6 Dining and Night Life Group dining is open in Korea! There may be some time limitations for entertainment venues. But it was still delicious food and great company! 6:49 - #7 Day Trips Take a day trip out of Seoul to get away from the city! We headed to Seroksan National Park, and let s just say things didn t go as planned... Or head to Alpaca and feed some cute friends! 7:49 - Outro ---------------------------------------------- Edited by: Chao Rui - https://www.instagram.com/teochaorui/ Team Korea!: Chao Rui - https://www.instagram.com/teochaorui/ Shairel - https://www.instagram.com/shairelfoo/ Trini - https://www.instagram.com/tee_nie/ Follow our travel guides around the world on: ► https://thetravelintern.com/ Follow us on our travel adventures on social media: ► @TheTravelIntern FB: http://facebook.com/thetravelintern IG: http://instagram.com/thetravelintern Tele: https://t.me/thetravelintern Tiktok: https://tiktok.com/@thetravelintern Learn about The Travel Intern Programme: ► https://thetravelintern.com/about-travel-intern/ Business enquiries: weare@thetravelintern.com"