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  Studying in Korea: What Parents Worry About the Most Korea is no longer just a travel destination. With the global rise of K-POP , Korean dramas , cutting-edge technology, and a reputation for rapid growth, the country has become one of the world’s most attractive study abroad destinations. As of 2025, the number of international students in Korea has surpassed 270,000. For students, this journey is exciting. For parents, however, it is filled with worries and unanswered questions. Studying in Korea is both an opportunity and a challenge—and behind every decision are parents who stay awake at night wondering if their child will truly be safe, happy, and successful. 1. Safety and Health – Parents’ Number One Concern The first question that comes to mind for most parents is simple: “Will my child be safe in Korea?” Is it safe for them to return home late at night? What if they become victims of crime or accidents? How will they cope with sudden illness or emergencies when pa...

If you're planning your first trip to South Korea, you've probably got a checklist: book flights, find a hanbok rental for Instagram-worthy palace photos, maybe even practice a little Korean. But then comes the less glamorous stuff—like figuring out how to pay for a subway ride or buy a snack without digging through unfamiliar coins. That’s where  WOWPASS  comes in. And if you're anything like me—someone who’s easily flustered when lines are long and menus are all in Korean—you’re going to love this little card more than you expect. I used WOWPASS for my entire two-week trip across Seoul, Busan, and beyond. Here's the real, human version of what it was like to travel with it—and why I'd absolutely use it again. My First 5 Minutes With WOWPASS Landing at Incheon Airport after a 13-hour flight, the last thing I wanted was to fumble with ATMs or try explaining myself in a jet-lagged daze. So when I spotted the WOWPASS booth—with friendly English-speaking staff and zero...