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South Korea: the practical basics
South Korea has fast mobile networks almost everywhere, which makes it easy to use more data than you expect.
| Topic | Short answer | |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile data | About 8GB for a typical 7-day trip (10GB plan) | Calculate |
| Plugs & voltage | Type C / F, 220V 60Hz | Details |
| Tipping | No tip at restaurants (KRW) | Calculator |
Phone and data tips
- Google Maps offers limited walking and driving directions in Korea, so most travelers use Naver Map or KakaoMap instead.
- Translation apps with camera mode (for menus and signs) are handy but use more data than text translation.
- The network is fast enough that video loads instantly, so turn off auto-play if you're on a small plan.
Plan the rest of your South Korea trip
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