Cover image via 秉霖 吳/FlickrSouth Korea is known for its cold winter months typically between December to February. Although it can get pretty windy and dry, don't worry! It's nothing snug, warm clothes and warm hugs can't fix.
Korean winter is no joke! It's extremely cold, windy and dry. So make sure to pack lots of warm clothes and layer them over each other. Then wear the thickest, warmest winter jacket you can get your hands on over them! Don't forget the mobile-friendly gloves, ear muffs, scarves, etc. Seriously.
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Plus, what it lacks in warmth during the brutal winter months, it makes up for in beautiful sceneries, fun activities, delicious food and so much more:
1. Ski, slide, slip and sled down the lush, white snowy mountains for a chilling good time
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2. You can also opt to go for traditional ice-sledding the Korean way
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3. Let the beautiful lights at night transport you to a magical winter wonderland
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4. Experience a wonderfully bizarre fishing trip that's like no other at the annual ice fishing festival
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5. Beat the winter blues and cosy up with some food for the Seoul like hot soup and stews
6. Dip yourself into a pool of blissful warmth in the snowy spas
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7. Get lost in the stunning, fairytale-like views hiking at the national parks
8. Although you can never be as awesome as Kim Yuna, you can channel her energy when you're doing some outdoor ice skating
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9. Have a relaxing time and immerse in the local culture at a Korean bathhouse after a long day of sightseeing
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10. Catch your favourite K-Pop idols (while refrain from hyperventilating) in Christmas concerts
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11. Treat yourself to some delicious local winter street food that will have you wanting more
12. Watch the magnificent first rise of the sun of the year at a Sunrise Festival
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What better way to put those neglected winter clothes to use, right? Or if you don't have any, it's shopping time!
It's time to pause those KDramas and step into that world yourself. Why only daydream about them when you can create and live out your very own scenes!
Whether it's acting out your favourite KDrama scenes, making snow angels, or doing one of the things stated above, it's all possible. Get your flight tickets now [HERE](http://bit.ly/aakoreawinter)! You won't regret it. 😉
