Subway Transfer

Seoul Subway Guide: How to Survive the Rush Hour & Express Trains

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Alice sweating in a crowded Line 9 train, realizing she made a mistake, illustrating the Seoul Subway guide.

New York has rats, and Paris has smells. In contrast, the Seoul Subway has heated seats, 5G Wi-Fi, and arrival music. Consequently, it is arguably the best metro system in the world. However, it is also a massive labyrinth. For instance, if you hop on the wrong train, you might end up in a different … Read more

The Map Betrayal: Why Google Maps is Useless in Korea (and What to Use Instead)

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In America, Google Maps is God. It tells you where to go, how to walk there, and even how crowded the bus is. In Korea, Google Maps is a liar. Because of unique security laws (and local competition), Google Maps in South Korea is severely limited. It won’t give you walking directions. It won’t show … Read more