
When foreigners think of summer in Korea, they usually picture Busan’s Haeundae Beach or the beaches of Jeju Island. But ask any young Korean local how they survive the scorching July and August heat, and you’ll hear one mysterious word over and over again: “Bgp” (빠지, Bbaji). Located along the scenic Bukhan River in Gapyeong (가평)—just about…
When people think of surfing in South Korea, coastal towns like Yangyang or Jeju Island usually spring to mind. But what if you could catch perfectly consistent, ocean-grade waves just an hour away from central Seoul—without worrying about unpredictable tides, jellyfish, or flat seas? Welcome to Wave Park (웨이브파크) in Siheung, Asia’s largest and world’s premier…

If you’ve watched popular Korean reality shows, K-dramas, or K-pop music videos filmed during the summer, chances are you’ve seen iconic scenes of sprawling water slides, massive wave pools, and high-energy summer festivals. In our previous summer guide, we explored how to cool down right in the heart of the city with The Ultimate Guide…