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Many first-time visitors to South Korea are surprised to find that Google Maps does not function as accurately as in other countries. Due to local security regulations , Google Maps cannot provide real-time navigation within South Korea. Instead, locals rely on Kakao Map and Naver Map , which offer more accurate and detailed information . If you’re planning a trip to Korea, here are the essential apps you should download before you arrive. 🚖 1. Kakao T (Kakao Taxi): The Best Alternative to Uber in Korea If you’re familiar with Uber or Lyft , you’ll find Kakao T (Kakao Taxi) a convenient way to get around Korea. Why Choose Kakao T? ✔ Reliable and Affordable – Taxi fares in Korea are relatively cheap compared to major cities like New York or London. ✔ Easy to Use – The app is available in English , and you can set your system language accordingly. ✔ Multiple Payment Methods – Pay via credit card, mobile payment, or cash directly to the driver. ✔ Safe & Regulated – Licens...

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...