Which Season To Visit Jeju? That’s Not The Right Question!
Jeju’s a great destination year round, and there is something for everyone anytime of the year. it all depends on what you are after. Spring or fall are great, but that’s not the full story. Winter is especially underrated. Here is the inside scoop.
Cherry Blossoms on Jeju: Six Places Worth Seeing
Everyone knows sakura, but here’s the thing: Jeju has its own cherry blossom and it is called the king cherry blossom. It is native to the island and you don’t have the crowds and inflated prices of cherry blossom season in hotspot places like Kyoto in Japan.
If you are going to rent a car on Jeju, you should know this
Jeju definitely has an excellent bus system, but it’s also an island where some of the best attractions have no bus service, the roads through the countryside are a joy to drive, and having a car affords you full flexibility. Here’s what you need to know before renting a car on Jeju.
Ep 004: Dive into the World of the Haenyeo | Jeju Essentials
Want to understand one of Jeju’s most iconic cultural traditions before it fades? This episode dives deep into the world of the haenyeo (해녀)—the women divers who harvest seafood without air tanks, sometimes to depths of 20 meters.
Email 9/14: Oreum Hunting – 368 Volcanic Cones You’ve Never Heard Of
When you first see the word “oreum” on Jeju maps, you think: Is that an animal? Vegetable? Mineral? Here’s what an oreum actually is: A small volcanic cone. Jeju has 368 of them scattered across the island. Easy to climb. Stunning 360-degree views. Almost zero tourists.
Email 10/14: Jeju’s 5-Day Markets – Where Locals Actually Shop
Every five days, vendors pack up their goods, load their trucks, and move to a different town. Fresh produce. Seafood straight off boats. Homemade kimchi. Handmade goods. Street food from grandmas who’ve been cooking the same recipes for decades. Welcome to the 5-Day Jeju Market!
Email 7/14: Green Tea on the Green Island
The matcha craze has gone global. Matcha lattes. Matcha ice cream. Matcha pizza (yes, really). But here’s what most people don’t know: Jeju is quietly becoming one of the world’s premier green tea regions. Same quality as Japan. Less hype. Better value.
Email 8/14: Cherry Blossoms, Tangerines, and Timing Your Jeju Trip Right
The question isn’t “when should I visit Jeju?” The question is “what do I want to experience?”
Each season offers distinct advantages. Different weather. Different crowds. Different activities. Different prices. Here’s what you need to know.