Guide to Living and Teaching English in Korea

South Korean is rich in Culture that you won't find anywhere else in Asia. Learn more about traditional dances, religion and Korean family ties.

Korea has a varied History that goes back thousands of years. Find out more about the people and events that have impacted this small peninsula.

Language plays an important part in the identity of the Korean people and is not like anything else you will find in Asia. We encourage all of our teachers to take language classes and learn a new valuable skill.

Korea enjoys a diverse climate that is sure to please and infuriate everyone equally. Find out more about the Weather in Korea and what you can expect to experience.

Here you will find useful Maps about Korea and where it is in relation to the rest of Asia.

Food is an important part of everyone's daily lives and Korea is no exception! Eating in Korea can be a difficult experience at first, particularly if your Korean is initially limited. Not to worry, our guide to food in Korea is here to help as well as inform you through your Korean culinary adventures! The most important thing is that you have an open mind and approach. You may not like everything you eat, but it’s all worth trying. More often than not, you will find yourself enjoying things you never imagined yourself eating. If you don’t enjoy something, it will make for great story telling to friends and family!

Along with food, Housing is another important consideration when you are determining your costs of living in South Korea. For example you can expect to pay more for housing in Seoul than you would in Busan. We have also included information about what kind of amenities to expect and what might be absent from what you are used to back home.

What are the pros and cons of getting a scooter? What are the buses like? Is it easy to travel to other parts of Asia? How much is all of this going to cost me? All of your Transportation needs and questions are covered here.

Further down the list but still important will be getting yourself a Phone. Luckily in Korea you have a few more options than you might have back home (it is easy to get pay-per-minute plans so you are never stuck in long two year contracts) and the whole process is painless. Read on for more information.

Staying connected is an important part of our modern lives. Most homes these days already come connected to the Internet, but should you need help setting up your own connection we are here to help.

Setting up a local Bank account to manage your money will be an important step when you arrive here in Korea. Luckily this process is not difficult and we are here with some advice to make it even easier.

While we all hope to avoid it, getting sick is a fact of life. Getting proper treatment can be a daunting task when in a foreign country so we have put together this list of local Hospitals to help.

A comprehensive list of Numbers that you may find useful in Korea including local emergency services, government, airline, directory assistance and banking numbers.

Should you need Embassy services in South Korea we have listed here the offices and contact information for the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand.

Korea has many Holidays throughout the year that are worth noting, particularly if you are planning other travel destinations during your time off.

Korea has a lot to offer when in comes to getting involved in outdoor activities and Sports. Baseball, soccer, and rugby are particularly popular among the ex-pat community and it is never difficult to jump on a team and meet new friends and start having some fun!

Korea has a vibrant and diverse Nightlife that is sure to please everyone. We recommend trying Korean karaoke which is sure to be a fun night and a great way to meet new friends!