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Jessica Wang

My philosophy is that travel is about personal reflection and growth, about meeting people of different cultures, taking in the beauty of nature, and experiencing authentic activities. Let me know your interests and preferences, and I'll work out a trip plan that is specially tailor-made for you!

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"With years of experience and a passion for Korean culture, history, and cuisine, I'm dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences for travelers looking to explore this captivating country. From bustling cities like Seoul and Busan to serene landscapes, ancient temples, and mouthwatering street food, I strive to provide personalized itineraries and insider knowledge to ensure an immersive and authentic journey through South Korea. Whether you're seeking advice on the best hidden gems or guidance on navigating cultural nuances, I'm here to make your South Korea adventure truly exceptional."

How did you get involved in travel?

"I studied Tourism English in college. After graduation, I worked as a tour guide for over ten years. Then, I was qualified to work in our overseas offices, so I got lots of opportunities to travel around, mainly in Asian countries."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"My most memorable travel experience was the hiking trip in the minority regions in North Vietnam. My friend and I had been hiking for about four hours in the deep mountains that were really off-the-beaten-path. That area was so beautiful and tranquil. We breathed the crisp air and immersed ourselves in the gorgeous views. Then, we got lost. We went around and around the mountain but always got back to the same place. Suddenly, we spotted a local farmer with his cow!! He walked with us for more than an hour just to point out the right direction for us. His kindness, friendliness, hospitality, and his bright smile deeply impressed us and made our trip so memorable!!!
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Recent trip reviews for Jessica

Amazing memories made in Japan and S. Korea
South Korea | Jun 18 - Jul 1, 2025

Christina
Christina K.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jul 09, 2025
We really enjoyed the tours provided by our local guides in Japan. Our first guide Nick came very well prepared to provide current and historical information on the sites we visited which included the Meiji Jingu Shrine, and the Sensoji Temple. At lunch time, he navigated the crowded Tsukiji Outer Fish Market to lead us to a restaurant with delicious sushi: Sushizanmai Honten. Zumi was our guide in Osaka who took us to see the impressive Umeda Sky Building along with the Osaka Castle. The... Read more

We really enjoyed the tours provided by our local guides in Japan. Our first guide Nick came very well prepared to provide current and historical information on the sites we visited which included the Meiji Jingu Shrine, and the Sensoji Temple. At lunch time, he navigated the crowded Tsukiji Outer Fish Market to lead us to a restaurant with delicious sushi: Sushizanmai Honten.

Zumi was our guide in Osaka who took us to see the impressive Umeda Sky Building along with the Osaka Castle. The day ended with a visit to Nara Park. Zumi was very kind and easygoing; our family connected with him over our shared love of baseball. Both guides were considerate of the high temperature and humidity and provided breaks to rest and hydrate which we really appreciated.

Clover, our guide in Jeju, was a joy. Among many of the sites, she took us to see Jeju's beautiful beaches on differing sides of the island: Woljeongri Beach and Hyeopjae Beach. Throughout both tour days, she displayed thoughtfulness and consideration of everyone in our family such as helping my elderly mother navigate Dongmun Traditional Market and carrying all of her purchases. She even helped by providing tips for our self guided day on Udo Island.

This kindness and consideration were further extended by Jones, our guide in Seoul. My husband and I had visited Gyeongbokgung Palace before but we learned so much more about its history and architectural symbolism from Jones. We mentioned our impromptu interest in visiting a bookstore in Seoul and Jones gladly accommodated our wish; while at the bookstore he helped our family find the topics of books we were searching for.

Though it was our first time meeting each of our guides, upon arriving in Japan and Korea, we felt like we had friends waiting for us to show us hospitality. Our family left Japan and Korea with so many amazing memories thanks to our guides.

Hotel Review
Jeju Sun Hotel and Casino

Please note that I provided the following review on TripAdvisor as well: My family and I enjoyed a five night stay at Jeju Sun Hotel and Casino and loved our experience there. The staff were so warm and welcoming each time we arrived back at the hotel from an excursion. Special shout out to Ahn Tae Young who went out of his way to help our family find a delicious naengmyeon (cold noodle) restaurant! The location of the hotel is conveniently located to bustling shops and restaurants all within walking distance. There is nearby bank where you can convert your currency. There was even a nearby park that held a free concert featuring young Korean artists on a Friday night. The hotel boasts a beautiful, bright and open lobby area which lifts your spirits after a long day of sightseeing. If you view other nearby hotel lobbies on the same street, they are rather bleak and bare. There’s really no comparison to Jeju Sun’s lobby and reception area. To the right of the lobby, you will find the Garden Buffet which served the most delicious breakfast buffet offering both Western style breakfast (eggs, sausage, bacon) and Korean cuisine. The freshness, quality and presentation of the food shows how much effort the chefs and staff put into the food. There was a green fruit compete dressing that I couldn’t get enough of; I wish I could get the recipe to make at home. Our room consisted of a spacious two bedroom, two bathroom suite that fit five people. After five days in cramped hotel rooms in Tokyo and Osaka, our room at Jeju Sun provided room to breathe. It was clean and comfortable and great for spending time together. One recommendation I would make is for the hotel to offer beach towels for guests who plan to visit Jeju’s beautiful beaches. I saw that most other Asian tourists spent the day at the beach dressed up to take pictures. We came to Jeju to actually swim in its lovely waters.

Authenticity & Character
Bright and inviting lobby area, decor, fixtures.
Location
Nearby shops and restaurants within walking distance.
Staff
One staff member went out of his way to make sure we found a delicious cold noodle restaurant.
Cleanliness & Comfort
I appreciate how clean the bathrooms were on a daily basis.
Activity Reviews
Half Day Horseback Riding and Kayaking Experience
Half Day Horseback Riding and Kayaking Experience
Jeju Island

Our itinerary was adjusted so that horseback riding and kayaking were split into two separate days but I would say these were my favorite activities. The first day we rode horses in light rainfall crossing the street to reach a UNESCO site - a beach that had the most stunning views. The rain, the clacking of the horses as they walked, and the views made it a special experience. Kayaking was great exercise! It was fun to be out on the water with your family. I enjoyed the clear kayak where you should fish swimming beneath you!

Quality of Experience
Stunning views of the landscape near the horseback riding business are priceless!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Staff at the horseback riding business were considerate; they offered to take family photos while on horses.
Transport
Comfortable, clean air-conditioned van. Clover brought us water to ensure we were all hydrated.
Osaka-Nara day trip with Osaka Castle
Osaka-Nara day trip with Osaka Castle
Osaka

We loved Nara deer park. We fell asleep on the way to Nara and when we arrived, we were surprised to see so many deer frolocking about. The Todaiji Temple was set in a beautiful and serene setting. And having Zumi guiding us along the way was a treat!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore Seoul Highlights
Explore Seoul Highlights
Seoul

We really appreciate the tour of Kwangjang market. While we're not hungry to eat because of lunch, high temperatures and upcoming dinner, we enjoyed seeing all of the delicious street food options. We have this market bookmarked to re-visit on our next trip to Korea.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Jones broke up the market into separate sections (seafood, pancake area, textiles).
Transport
Local specialist: Jessica Wang
Jessica
Jessica Wang
Local specialist in South Korea | Replied on Jul 12, 2025

Hi Christina and family,

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that our team was able to provide you with a mostly smooth experience. It’s especially heartening to know that all your local guides made such a positive impact on your trip. Their ability to accommodate your family’s needs and offer flexible solutions truly highlights the care we aim to provide.

We also greatly appreciate your feedback about the hotels. Your insights are incredibly valuable to us, and we hope to welcome you back for your next adventure in the future!

Best wishes always.
Jessica

Seoul Sweet Second Time Around
South Korea | Apr 1 - Apr 7, 2025

Bernadine
Bernadine D.
Cooper City, FL | Reviewed on Apr 14, 2025
This was my second trip to Seoul and second time working with Jessica…and both of exceeded my expectations. The only part I would advise to pass is on the DMZ experience which was underwhelming. Head to the Gamaksan suspension bridge and unification park, grad Korean BBQ in Pagu, then head back to Seoul. Read more

This was my second trip to Seoul and second time working with Jessica…and both of exceeded my expectations. The only part I would advise to pass is on the DMZ experience which was underwhelming. Head to the Gamaksan suspension bridge and unification park, grad Korean BBQ in Pagu, then head back to Seoul.

Hotel Review
JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Full Day Korean DMZ and Hongdae Shopping Street Tour
Full Day Korean DMZ and Hongdae Shopping Street Tour
Seoul

Avoid the full tour and enjoy the suspension bridge and Pagu instead.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Jessica Wang
Jessica
Jessica Wang
Local specialist in South Korea | Replied on Apr 14, 2025

Dear Bernadine,

Hope you are doing fantastic.Thank you so much for your wonderful review.

It was truly a pleasure to work with you on your two trips to South Korea, and your feedback is very helpful for our future guests. It’s always our goal to create unforgettable experiences, and your feedback makes everything worthwhile.

We look forward to helping you plan your next adventure with Kimkim.
Wishing you all the best and warmest regards from South Korea.
All the best
Jessica

When your trip is different from the standard.
South Korea | Oct 17 - Nov 13, 2024

Kate
Kate S.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Dec 15, 2024
Overall, I had a great trip. My planning was definitely a little different. As I was going to visit my cousin, plus break up my trip with popping over to Thailand for 15 days, when I first put together an idea, Kimkim said that they wouldn't be able to do it. After I contacted customer service, they quickly explained to me that they were more than happy to accommodate what I was wanting for my Korea trip. I did have a problem arise while planning and when I contacted customer service again,... Read more

Overall, I had a great trip. My planning was definitely a little different. As I was going to visit my cousin, plus break up my trip with popping over to Thailand for 15 days, when I first put together an idea, Kimkim said that they wouldn't be able to do it. After I contacted customer service, they quickly explained to me that they were more than happy to accommodate what I was wanting for my Korea trip. I did have a problem arise while planning and when I contacted customer service again, they promptly called me and told me that they would get my agent to contact me so we could get my issue resolved.

Most of my trip was self-guided, but when I went to Gyeongju, I did have a guide. William was an excellent guide and I greatly enjoyed touring with him for the few days. He was able to take me to all of the sites I was wanting to visit in and around Gyeongju. Plus he had the best recommendations for lunch spots. If one is able to get William as a tour guide, one will definitely have a great experience with a very competent guide.

Part of my trip, I researched 2 places I wanted to go: Gyeongju and Jeonju. While researching the cities, I saw the recommendations to stay at 2 different hanoks. When I was putting together my trip, I requested to stay in those hanoks and Kimkim was able to make the reservations. I definitely recommend staying at Siwoowadang. The hanok was situated within walking distance to multiple areas and the hanok village. The restaurants around Siwoowadang were fabulous and my breakfast every morning was delicious. The couple that ran the hanok were amazing hosts and I had all the comforts I needed. When in Jeonju, I definitely recommend staying at Samlockhon as it is in the heart of the hanok village and the host is quick to give you the best restaurant and cafe recommendations. Jeonju was definitely one of my favorite places to visit.

My trip planner did plan my KTX tickets at a perfect time leaving me with a perfect amount of time visit each city. I am so glad that I was able to plan my trip with Kimkim and I will use them for my next vacation planning.

Hotel Reviews
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL MYEONDONG 2
Seoul

Met all of my basic needs. The staff was very nice and able to help me out when problems arose. The room satisfied all of my needs. I thought the location was good for places I wanted to visit in Myeongdong.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Siwoowadang
Gyeongju

I cannot recommend this cute hanok enough while visiting Gyeongju. The couple that runs it where very accommodating and made the stay very comfortable. And breakfast every morning was delicious.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Within a decent walking distance to historical places and lots of restaurants to go to that were delicious.
Staff
The couple was so nice and very helpful. They may not have an extensive English vocabulary, but the fact they tried, or used Papago, made interacting with them a pleasant experience.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Samlockhon
jeonju

Samlockhon was a perfect hanok to visit while staying in the heart of the hanok village.

Authenticity & Character
Being able to sleep the traditional way with the heated floors made the character that much more special.
Location
Along the two main streets that make up the hanok village, Samlockhon placed you in the heart allowing for the beauty of Jeonju to shine.
Staff
My host was great at giving the best restaurant and cafe recommendations for delicious food.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Jessica Wang
Jessica
Jessica Wang
Local specialist in South Korea | Replied on Jan 03, 2025
Dear Kate, Greetings from Jessica.Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We're thrilled to hear that you had a great trip and that our team was able to accommodate your unique travel plans. It's wonderful to know that William provided you with such an excellent guided experience in Gyeongju and that you enjoyed staying at the hanoks in both Gyeongju and Jeonju.Your feedback about the KTX arrangements and the hosts at the hanoks will surely help future travelers. We... Read more

Dear Kate,

Greetings from Jessica.Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We're thrilled to hear that you had a great trip and that our team was able to accommodate your unique travel plans. It's wonderful to know that William provided you with such an excellent guided experience in Gyeongju and that you enjoyed staying at the hanoks in both Gyeongju and Jeonju.Your feedback about the KTX arrangements and the hosts at the hanoks will surely help future travelers. We look forward to helping you plan your next vacation and creating more unforgettable memories for you.

Yours sincere,
Jessica

AMAZING!!!! Jessica was amazing. She managed to understan...
South Korea | Oct 22 - Nov 4, 2024

Michelle
Michelle B.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Nov 08, 2024
Jessica was amazing. She managed to understand and follow up with all my requests. This was my first solo trip and I felt safe. I had wonderful guides. Mr Taylor Woo and William were amazing. Had a great vacation. Read more

Jessica was amazing. She managed to understand and follow up with all my requests. This was my first solo trip and I felt safe. I had wonderful guides. Mr Taylor Woo and William were amazing. Had a great vacation.

Hotel Reviews
Lotte City Hotel Jeju
Jeju

I wanted to share some feedback about my hotel experience, as it was unfortunately the only downside of my time in Korea. The hotel lacked room service and didn’t have an onsite restaurant, so I was left with only the convenience store onsite for meals—which wasn’t ideal, especially with the heavy rain preventing me from going out. The TV was outdated (not a smart TV, NO netflix or other apps), with only CNN available for English-speaking guests, and the staff’s limited English fluency made it difficult to get assistance. Additionally, there was a strong, overpowering smell of wood in both the hallways and the rooms, making the environment uncomfortable. I seriously considered changing hotels due to these issues.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
They took my shower cap and didn't replace it. NO hand soap. Only 2 large and medium towels. NO small, face towel.
Grand Josun Busan

Loved the location, the staff, the room and the food!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Soi Hanock Stay
Gyeongju

Very nice host and very clean! So relaxing!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
There is no on-site staff. The owner of the house is pretty accessible.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Westin Josun Seoul

This hotel is great and has an amazing location. I had 2 situations. 1) there was construction and they had to relocate me to another room. 2) In The second room the A/C was not properly working so they had to move me again. Although I had to change rooms three times, the staff was very helpful and acted quickly. They tried to make me feel comfortable and well cared for.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Sightsee in Seoul: Gyeongbokgung Palace&Bukchon Hanok Village&N Seoul Tower
Sightsee in Seoul: Gyeongbokgung Palace&Bukchon Hanok Village&N Seoul Tower
Seoul

Mr. Woo was a great guide

Hwadam Botanic Garden&Gwangmyeong Cave tour
Hwadam Botanic Garden&Gwangmyeong Cave tour
Seoul

This was a group tour. They just drop you there and you walk and practically self-guide. If you want to do the Monorail you have to purchase ahead of time since it gets sold out quickly.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Full Day Petite France and Nami Island Tour (join in )
Full Day Petite France and Nami Island Tour (join in )
Seoul

Self guided. They just provide transportation.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Jessica Wang
Jessica
Jessica Wang
Local specialist in South Korea | Replied on Nov 21, 2024
Dear Michelle , Hope you are doing fantastic. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience with me, Mr. Taylor Woo, and William during your trip. Your safety and enjoyment are our top priorities. However, we're genuinely sorry to learn about the challenges you faced at Lotte City Hotel Jeju. Your feedback regarding the lack of room service, outdated amenities, and staff language barriers is invaluable, and we'll be sure to pass it... Read more

Dear Michelle ,

Hope you are doing fantastic.

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience with me, Mr. Taylor Woo, and William during your trip. Your safety and enjoyment are our top priorities.

However, we're genuinely sorry to learn about the challenges you faced at Lotte City Hotel Jeju. Your feedback regarding the lack of room service, outdated amenities, and staff language barriers is invaluable, and we'll be sure to pass it on to the hotel management for improvement. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention.

Regarding the tour experience at Hwadam Botanic Garden and Gwangmyeong Cave, we appreciate your insights about the self-guided aspect and the need to plan ahead for the Monorail. Your feedback helps us enhance the experiences we offer. We hope your future travels are filled with even more wonderful moments.

Wish you happy all the time.

Warm regards from Asia,
Jessica

trip was greatwell organised drivers and g...
South Korea | Oct 12 - Oct 20, 2024

Fran
Fran F.
Australia | Reviewed on Oct 29, 2024

trip was great
well organised
drivers and guides were all very good
especially in busan Jade he was wonderful
accomodation in seoul for first two days was awful room when we returned there we were given a much better rooom but it was dissapointing to get that first room

Local specialist: Jessica Wang
Jessica
Jessica Wang
Local specialist in South Korea | Replied on Oct 30, 2024

Dear Fran,

Greetings from Jessica and thank you for your kind feedback.We're thrilled to hear that you had a great trip and found the organization, drivers, and guides to be excellent, especially Jade in Busan. We sincerely apologize for the initial accommodation issues you experienced in Seoul. We appreciate your understanding. Your comments will help us improve our services. We hope to welcome you on another trip in the future.

Wish you a wonderful day.

All the best,
Jessica

We had a fantastic trip to South Korea.
South Korea | Oct 12 - Oct 20, 2024

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Stacey G.
Australia | Reviewed on Oct 25, 2024

We had a fantastic trip to South Korea. Jessica organised everything to perfection, all to our personal needs. Nothing was too much trouble and all our requests were met.
The hotels were good, guides were good and very informative and also happy to change the itinerary on a day if needed.

We would highly recommend Jessica and kimkim.

Local specialist: Jessica Wang
Jessica
Jessica Wang
Local specialist in South Korea | Replied on Oct 30, 2024

Dear Stacey,

Hope you are doing great.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic trip to South Korea and that I was able to tailor everything to your needs. It’s great to know that you enjoyed the accommodations and found the guides informative and flexible.

We look forward to helping more travelers create memorable experiences.Safe travels on your future adventures.

Warm regards from Asia,
Jessica

Jessica was phenomenal in planning our trip. ...
South Korea | Sep 21 - Oct 7, 2024

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Akshaya J.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Oct 14, 2024
Jessica was phenomenal in planning our trip. She took into account the regions we wanted to visit and recommended the best locations to stay which made access convenient. She is very flexible about how involved you need her to be and is willing to work with your budget. Based on our budget, we paid her for the itinerary and did all the booking ourselves. If you don’t have months planning using the lonely planet and feel overwhelmed based on too many options, Jessica is your best bet! She... Read more

Jessica was phenomenal in planning our trip. She took into account the regions we wanted to visit and recommended the best locations to stay which made access convenient.

She is very flexible about how involved you need her to be and is willing to work with your budget. Based on our budget, we paid her for the itinerary and did all the booking ourselves. If you don’t have months planning using the lonely planet and feel overwhelmed based on too many options, Jessica is your best bet! She is extremely responsive and even found the address of the trailhead for us middle of our trip when we changed one of the days and the information on the website for the trails was in Korean. I would highly recommend her if you are planning a trip to South Korea!!!

Local specialist: Jessica Wang
Jessica
Jessica Wang
Local specialist in South Korea | Replied on Oct 21, 2024

Dear Akshaya,

Hope you have great time.Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback. I’m thrilled to hear that I could assist you in planning your trip and that my recommendations were helpful. It’s great to know that my flexibility and responsiveness made your experience smoother.

We truly appreciate your recommendation and are delighted that you had a fantastic time in South Korea. If you ever need assistance with your future travels, I would love the opportunity to help you again.

All the best,
Jessica

First Solo Trip!
South Korea | Sep 16 - Sep 30, 2024

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Christina C.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 11, 2024
It was my first solo trip, and I chose Korea (Seoul, Busan, and Jeju Island) as my destination. The trip lasted two weeks. It was my first time working with the KimKim agency, and Jessica was my travel agent. She did an amazing job planning and suggesting activities that I would not have thought of doing if I had planned it on my own. She was quick to respond to my needs, especially within the three months’ notice before my departure. Jessica was very accommodating and made changes to the... Read more

It was my first solo trip, and I chose Korea (Seoul, Busan, and Jeju Island) as my destination. The trip lasted two weeks. It was my first time working with the KimKim agency, and Jessica was my travel agent. She did an amazing job planning and suggesting activities that I would not have thought of doing if I had planned it on my own. She was quick to respond to my needs, especially within the three months’ notice before my departure. Jessica was very accommodating and made changes to the schedule as needed. I liked how the itinerary included a little bit of everything. She organized a variety of activities, from popular tourist attractions like Bukchon Hanok Village, Haeundae Sky Capsule, and Nami Island, to outdoor adventures such as paragliding near Busan, hiking at Bukhansan National Park (highly recommend), and fishing on Jeju Island. All the drivers and guides were punctual and accommodating, ensuring that I was taken to and from the airport, hotel, and my planned activities. Before leaving for my trip, Jessica provided a thorough outline not only of my itinerary but also a mini cheat sheet with what to expect in Korea and useful phrases to learn. Learning these phrases was very helpful, and I used them daily at restaurants and cafes.

Local specialist: Jessica Wang
Jessica
Jessica Wang
Local specialist in South Korea | Replied on Oct 12, 2024
Dear Christina, Hope you are doing great. Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear that your first solo trip to Korea was such a memorable experience. It's fantastic to know that I was able to tailor the itinerary to your interests and provide you with a variety of activities that enriched your journey. We're especially glad that the guides and drivers made your travels smooth and enjoyable. It's great that you found the mini cheat sheet helpful too—being able to... Read more

Dear Christina,

Hope you are doing great.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear that your first solo trip to Korea was such a memorable experience. It's fantastic to know that I was able to tailor the itinerary to your interests and provide you with a variety of activities that enriched your journey. We're especially glad that the guides and drivers made your travels smooth and enjoyable. It's great that you found the mini cheat sheet helpful too—being able to communicate in the local language can make the experience even more immersive.

We hope this trip sparked a love for travel, and we would be thrilled to assist you on your next adventure. Safe travels!

Best regards,
Jessica

1) drivers: very helpful always in time. spec...
South Korea | Sep 29 - Oct 8, 2024

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Jean Louis T.
France | Reviewed on Oct 09, 2024
1) drivers: very helpful always in time. special mention for Mr Nam.
2) guides: good level of english, helpful and professional, special mention for Jones: veru helpful , nice may be a little too shy
3) hotels: for us OK as center city
gyeongju: price range for budget.
busan: oK for budget visitors. stanford hotel in front is better. foret hotel not indicated for western people. no continental breakfast, only local breakfast machine coffee only no sugar
seoul: stanford location...
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1) drivers: very helpful always in time. special mention for Mr Nam.
2) guides: good level of english, helpful and professional, special mention for Jones: veru helpful , nice may be a little too shy
3) hotels: for us OK as center city
gyeongju: price range for budget.
busan: oK for budget visitors. stanford hotel in front is better. foret hotel not indicated for western people. no continental breakfast, only local breakfast machine coffee only no sugar
seoul: stanford location fantastic, suitable for western people. for us most convenient hotels/ stanford and ibis myeongdong.
4) Trip intinerary and informations:
Informations regarding meeting point/time: for older people like us who are not used to handphone better to state in the initial itinerary in order to avoid questions or worries.
- meeting point: usually hotel lobby driver/guide will confirm by sms or whatapps 1 or 2 days before
5) Sky capsule or cable car: not much interest for us as most of us go to ski resort 1/2 a year in the mountains.
6) a little more assistance may be required for shopping fans in Seoul as most of the markets are so huge that we need time to understand the mapping.
We would like to thank Jessica Wang, Alicia Lee and the Ordynovo team for their assistance.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Foret Premier Nampo (Korea Quality)
Busan

only interest next to BIFF and Jagalchi Market

Authenticity & Character
nothing to remeber of
Location
only interest of this hotel
Staff
normal for this category
Cleanliness & Comfort
budget hotel
GG Hotel
Gyeongju
Authenticity & Character
nothing special
Location
only interest center city
Staff
Ok for this category
Cleanliness & Comfort
normal
Stanford Hotel Myeongdong

room a little small but fanstastic location for shopping. bdget wise good.

Authenticity & Character
normal for tourist people
Location
for shopping
Staff
ok nothing special
Cleanliness & Comfort
ok for this category
Activity Reviews
Full Day Seoraksan Tour From Seoul
Full Day Seoraksan Tour From Seoul
Seoul

this comment is only for our case: not worth 6 hour car trip for scenery reason.

Quality of Experience
for us: no interest
Guides, Drivers and Staff
nothing special
Transport
6 hour trip
Full Day Seoul City Tour with Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village
Full Day Seoul City Tour with Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village
Seoul

OK must in Seoul

Quality of Experience
ok
Guides, Drivers and Staff
ok
Transport
OK
Full Day Gamcheon Cultural Village, Songdo Sky Walk and Jagalchi Fishery Market Tour
Full Day Gamcheon Cultural Village, Songdo Sky Walk and Jagalchi Fishery Market Tour
Busan

for us: only jagalchi market and gamcheon of interest

Quality of Experience
ok
Guides, Drivers and Staff
ok
Transport
ok
Full Day Haedong Yonggungsa, Sky Capsule, and Traditional Market Tour
Full Day Haedong Yonggungsa, Sky Capsule, and Traditional Market Tour
Busan

sky capsule or blue line: no interest for us

Quality of Experience
no comments
Guides, Drivers and Staff
no comments
Transport
OK
Half Day Bulguksa and Seokguram Grotto Tour with night view of Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond
Half Day Bulguksa and Seokguram Grotto Tour with night view of Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond
Gyeongju

must in Gyeongju

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
OK
Transport
OK
Local specialist: Jessica Wang
Jessica
Jessica Wang
Local specialist in South Korea | Replied on Oct 12, 2024
Dear Jean, Hope you have a great day. Thank you for your thoughtful review. We’re thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with our drivers, especially Mr. Nam, who will be pleased to know his helpfulness was appreciated. It’s great to know that our guides were able to provide you with professional service and that Jones made a good impression, even if he's a bit shy! We appreciate your feedback on the hotel choices. We're glad that the Stanford Hotel in Seoul met your needs,... Read more

Dear Jean,

Hope you have a great day.

Thank you for your thoughtful review. We’re thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with our drivers, especially Mr. Nam, who will be pleased to know his helpfulness was appreciated.

It’s great to know that our guides were able to provide you with professional service and that Jones made a good impression, even if he's a bit shy!

We appreciate your feedback on the hotel choices. We're glad that the Stanford Hotel in Seoul met your needs, and we understand the importance of good breakfast options, especially for our Western guests. Your insights regarding the accommodations in Gyeongju and Busan are very valuable, and we will definitely take them into consideration.

Thank you for the suggestion to improve information regarding meeting points, especially for those who may not be as comfortable using phones. We will work on making this clearer in the itinerary to enhance the experience for all our guests.

Thank you once again for your feedback, and we hope to welcome you back in the future.

Best regards,
Jessica

Jessica has provided an outstanding service f...
South Korea | Aug 30 - Sep 9, 2024

Diep
Diep N.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 01, 2024
Jessica has provided an outstanding service from planning, booking and following up with us throughout the trip. She provided accurate, on time and detailed information for each day. When we had question, Jessica replied very quick. She always made sure that we received the responses that we needed. Read more

Jessica has provided an outstanding service from planning, booking and following up with us throughout the trip. She provided accurate, on time and detailed information for each day. When we had question, Jessica replied very quick. She always made sure that we received the responses that we needed.

Hotel Reviews
Lotte City Hotel Jeju
Jeju

Very disappointed for a 4 stars hotel. The check in staff was not friendly and slow. The hotel is old. The restaurant for breakfast is old and need a lot of renovations. The food is not quality and has poor choices . The coffee is awful even Korea is known for good coffee. I don t recommend this hotel to my family and friends.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
SIGNIEL BUSAN
busan

We were lucky to have a corner room on the upper floor with amazing ocean and mountain / city view. The beds are comfy. Room was clean . The breakfast buffet is outstanding I enjoyed very much. I also enjoyed very the lounge for tea, cocktails … The hotel has beautiful infinity swimming pool. Good location for evening walk but it s a bit far away from the shops and center of Busan. Overall I had a good stay I would come back to Signiel. The concierge services staff is outstanding . The check in services need to be more efficiency especially at the 3 o clock check in time when many guests checking in at the same time.

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful hotel
Location
Good location with beach walk
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lahan Select Gyeongju
Gyeongju

Nice hotel with excellent buffet and beautiful scenery on the lake

Authenticity & Character
It’s a typical big chain hotel. The hotel needs some touch up’s
Location
Great location for a getaway from busy Seoul
Staff
Average service like big hotel chains
Cleanliness & Comfort
It s clean nothing special
Hotel 28 Myeongdong
Seoul

Beautiful small hotel. Staff are all friendly very attentive and give excellent services. Very comfortable bed. Very clean room and bathroom . The hotel always smelled very nice. Excellent location. One bad comment is the breakfast which has very limited choices for a small luxury hotel, same food was served, not much choices of fruits . Overall I had an enjoyable stay.

Authenticity & Character
Charming
Location
Convenient to walk to shops and restaurants
Staff
Excellent customer services
Cleanliness & Comfort
Bed is super comfy. Room smells very nice. One bad comment is the AC very noisy . We had to turned it off but the it was hot During the night
Activity Reviews
Half Day Hyeopjae Beach, Spirited Garden and Green Tea Plantation Tour and Arte Museum
Half Day Hyeopjae Beach, Spirited Garden and Green Tea Plantation Tour and Arte Museum
Jeju Island

Another excellent visits in Jeju island. Beautiful beaches. It was interesting and different to discover a beautiful bonsai garden. Mrs Susie gave excellent services and very attentive to make sure we had a good time in Jeju

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half Day Busan City Tour with Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
Busan
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
 Gamcheon Village, BIFF Square and Jagalchi Market
Gamcheon Village, BIFF Square and Jagalchi Market
Busan

Interesting visits beautiful view of Busan from different spots on the mountain . Excellent lunch with fresh seafood at the fish market. Best fresh abalones, clams that I have never had. Not mentioning the marinated crabs , typical Busan . Another unforgettable meal. Thanks Mr. Jade Kim.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half Day Bulguksa and Seokguram Grotto Tour
Half Day Bulguksa and Seokguram Grotto Tour
Gyeongju

Love love the visit. Highly recommended. The best is the lunch at a local tiny restaurant who makes their own tofu . Thanks Mr. Jade Kim for introducing to us home made cuisine. Most memorable meal.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half Day Gyeongju National Museum and Tumuli Park Tour with Night View
Half Day Gyeongju National Museum and Tumuli Park Tour with Night View
Gyeongju

Beautiful scenery , museum , Very interesting . I enjoyed the explanations provided by Mr. Jade Kim.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Excellent tour guide, fluent in English, Mr. Jade Kim is native from Busan that why he is very knowledgeable of the history and the area . He made sure we enjoyed the visits and learned about Korea history. He was open to accommodate our interests and not sticking to the itinerary.
Transport
Full Day Suwon and Yongin Tour From Seoul
Full Day Suwon and Yongin Tour From Seoul
Seoul

In my opinion there was not much to see. I did not like the lunch fried chicken . The restaurant is not clean . I did not enjoy the walk to the local market after the lunch, there was nothing to see and it s quite filthy. I do not recommend to spend have these places in the itinerary.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Full Day Seoul City Tour with Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village
Full Day Seoul City Tour with Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village
Seoul

The visit to the palace and the village was interesting.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Mr. Micky seems knowledgeable. Have a little accent that sometime it was difficult to understand. Overall he gave a very good service
Transport
Local specialist: Jessica Wang
Jessica
Jessica Wang
Local specialist in South Korea | Replied on Oct 07, 2024
Dear Diep, Hope you are doing great. Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. It is my great pleasure to ensure that everything went smoothly from planning to follow-up. It's also great to know you enjoyed your stay at Hotel 28 Myeongdong, appreciating the friendly staff, comfortable accommodations, and excellent location, despite the limited breakfast options. We regret to hear about your experience at Lotte City Hotel Jeju and appreciate your honest input regarding the check-in... Read more

Dear Diep,

Hope you are doing great. Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. It is my great pleasure to ensure that everything went smoothly from planning to follow-up. It's also great to know you enjoyed your stay at Hotel 28 Myeongdong, appreciating the friendly staff, comfortable accommodations, and excellent location, despite the limited breakfast options.

We regret to hear about your experience at Lotte City Hotel Jeju and appreciate your honest input regarding the check-in process and the breakfast quality. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we will certainly relay your comments to the hotel management.

Thank you once again for taking the time to share your experiences. We hope to welcome you back on your next trip.

Best regards,
Jessica