Alternative holiday for Chuseok

📣 Traveler notes

South Korea (Republic of Korea) is an affluent East Asian nation renowned for its blend of historical sites, modern technology, and pop culture (K-pop). While highly modern, Korean culture maintains a deep respect for tradition.

• Major traditional holidays (e.g., Lunar New Year and Chuseok) are often observed on the lunar calendar, causing mass travel and extreme crowding. Plan itineraries accordingly.
• Banks and government offices will be closed on most national holidays.
• Lunar New Year (Seollal) is a three-day public holiday associated with closures of shops and restaurants.
• National holidays include Lunar New Year, New Year's Day (January 1), and Independence Movement Day (March 1).
• Use metal chopsticks and spoons when eating. Do not leave chopsticks or spoons standing upright in a dish, as this is associated with funeral rites. Wait for the eldest person to begin eating, and avoid removing dishes from the table during meals.