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First time visiting Jeju Island? Here's what you need to know! 📝 Straight to the point - divided into 4 sections: Pre-trip Prep, Travel Notes, Daily Life Tips, and Useful Apps. Everything you need in one guide, save it and get ready to go! 👇 🔍 Must-read Before You Go! 1️⃣ Documents ✅ Passport (valid for >6 months) ✅ Round-trip tickets + hotel reservation (printed/digital copy, may be checked upon arrival) ✅ Black pen (for filling out immigration forms on the plane, saves time) ✅ Immigration card + health declaration can be filled online in advance 2️⃣ Essential Items 🔸 Power adapter + extension cord (if you have many devices) + power bank 🔸 SIM card (ready to use upon arrival) or activate roaming in advance - airport SIMs are expensive! 🔸 Trash bags (very few public trash cans on the island!) 🔸 Toothbrush/toothpaste (most Korean hotels don't provide disposable toiletries) 3️⃣ Cash/Payment 💰 Cash: Exchange at your local bank beforehand - airport ATMs have high fees 💳 Credit cards: Visa, Mastercard, UnionPay 💡 Mobile payment: Alipay/WeChat Pay (accepted at some duty-free shops and convenience stores) 🚗 Travel Notes ✔️ T-money card offers discounted fares (card fee non-refundable), only balance can be refunded with a service charge ✔️ One T-money card can be used for multiple people - inform the driver before swiping ✔️ Tap when boarding AND exiting buses. Press red "STOP" button before your stop or driver may not stop! ✔️ Most Jeju bus stops have touchscreens with Chinese option showing real-time arrivals ✔️ Buses are the main transport - express/airport buses cost slightly more than regular ones ✔️ For large luggage, ask the driver first. Some express buses have special luggage compartments 💥 Daily Life Tips (Learned the Hard Way) 🚫 Most public toilets are western-style - carry disinfectant wipes 🚫 Korean restaurants usually serve ice water. Ask for hot water or bring your own thermos if preferred 🚫 Strict garbage sorting! Few trash cans on the island - carry trash bags (💡 Tip: Convenience stores accept general waste) 🚫 Changeable weather - pack windproof jacket/umbrella 📱 Must-have Apps 1️⃣ Papago: Photo-translate menus + real-time translation 2️⃣ Naver Map: Essential Korean navigation with live updates 3️⃣ Kakao T: For taxis Share your Jeju travel tips below~ Search🔍【Jeju Local Guide】for more authentic experiences!
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Posted: Jun 12, 2025
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