Seoul is rolling out English-labeled taxi receipts to make rides clearer and safer for foreign visitors. Until now, receipts were issued only in Korean, making it difficult for tourists to understand base fares, late-night surcharges, or extra fees.
Halloween in Korea is a colorful event where foreigners and young Koreans have gathered in Itaewon, Hongdae, and other nightlife districts. Cafés and stores decorate with pumpkins, and friends enjoy themed parties.
But since the Itaewon tragedy of 2022, where a large crowd crush took many young lives, Halloween also carries a moment of reflection.
New power bank rules, which went into effect on 3/1/2025, are slowly rolling out – with plans for eventual individual inspection and approval to carry. In January 2025, a malfunctioning power bank was likely responsible for a fire on an Air Busan flight.
At Incheon Airport, there are information tables setup next to each security checkpoint for departing passengers. Here, they offer details of this safety rollout and provide plastic bags to safely seal your batteries.
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