Reminiscing Seoul - The Day I travel (Seouloistic Jesse - 24 hours in Seoul)

Well, I was thinking should I go or not , to Seoul?
In my fifteen years (yes, 15 years in the Airline Industry) never I travel alone.
It's not because I am afraid , It's just that, for me it will be no fun at all.
I believe seeing new things, different cultures,different places need to be shared with someone .
It can be with your partner, family,  friends, pets and so forth ...
Due to circumstances I need to use the visa because maybe Korea will not grant me anymore.
I am sure to myself that I am coming back in this place..
So I travel, called this journey Seouloistic Jesse..

I am a K drama or Korean drama addicts for so many years now .Even sometimes I sacrifice my sleep for a really good drama, waiting for the english subtitles  to upload.. And there are instances that I couldn't wait, so I watch it raw. Just by  looking, at the facial expressions and movements of the characters playing each role makes me happy.  That's  how much  i love the korean dramas , actors, actresses, the place, cultures,food and their way of life.
Because of all these, I really wanted to see the country and the city itself. So join me and let's  see what will happen on my 24 hours stay in Seoul, Korea.

Haggardness look

Me landed at Seoul (still inside the aircraft).. After 8 hours and 15 mins flight .Don't get me wrong I'm used to this long hours flight, it's just that  I didn't sleep properly due, I took this flight after my night shift and I guess too excited about it. All that mixed emotion cooking up inside my stomach.

To begin with, just been receiving all good vibes so far. Got onloaded to the flight with a very good seat almost like business class without the premium  food service. I have three seats all for me, in the front row just like premium cabin as the flight was not full. This flight has a goody pouch or grooming kit even in the lower class cabin. And the crew surprisingly have a genuine smile on this sector. So grateful for all this blessings .

Grooming pouch
It has eye mask, socks, tooth-bush and toothpaste.

For me as a traveller, I want comfort like a good seat on the flight and a good air hostess that will make me at home and secured (while I'm inside the aircraft). And even I got a bonus, this aircraft is the best in the region with high technology keep me busy like the ICE entertainment with movies, games, podcast , collection of playlist or CD's.
Lastly, I love the food they serve  in this sector ,most of the airline food doesn't suit my taste bud but this is delicioso.

While landing there was super hyper cabin crew on our galley or aisle, so helpful to everybody ( I'm guessing his korean from the  his skin and eyes  features). He saw somebody was trying to get up and told him to wait and please don't stand up while the seat belt sign is on. Still, this passenger didn't listened and wanted to open the overhead locker. The crew stood up and eventually slide down on the galley. All in our cabin was shocked and asked him if he's okay?
He stood up, and still smiling. And that passenger apologized for not listening to him.
Yes, it is a small gesture but we saw the dedication of this crew and everybody appreciated it.
Would to have a crew like this onboard every time I travelled.

Next  my transportation worries..  Although researched about it, I'm still undecided  what to ride.
What to ride  going to the hotel  at Myeondong?
Should I choose this..

Transportation Choice 1

or

Transportation Choice 2

Guess what did I choose?

I asked Kim Soo Hyun  for assistance since he is the man from the stars (Kdrama addict will understand me). And  also because he is the one who welcome me in this beautiful city (just kidding). After reading all pointers or guides how to go around the city. Found the bus signage is the best to understand and the last stop will be in front of the hotel I booked.

Tada.....

Smile of assurance    

Yes, his welcoming look told me all will be okay and just follow the easiest instructions for me. And I find taking bus is the coolest way to travel to my Hotel as I can see beautiful sights as well.

Me on the Airport bus to Myeondong

Bought a ticket to and fro to the airport as I know I will not have time to buy  tomorrow.The Airport Limousine Bus from Incheon International Airport is one of the easiest and most comfortable ways of getting to destinations in and around Seoul. There are other ways of transportation A'REX airport Express and Commuter Line trains and Airport taxis.

There are two types of buses, the first one are the deluxe and KAL (Korean Air Lines) buses , I believe was the most comfortable and spacious and travel from the airport to major hotels in Seoul.

The second type is standard buses. They are not comfortable as the deluxe and KAL (Korean Air LINES) buses but they do cost a lot less. They also make more stops along the way to Seoul. Maybe for tours or sight-seeing this buses can get you closer to your final destination.


So choose the right one for your convenience.

Some of the pretty sights I captured



And by 1900 hours arrived at my hotel.. And guess what happened? I got room upgrade for free.
Booked my accommodation this time through Agoda.com .  And it did not fail me , thanks for Agoda for this. All is going well so far in this trip. Tomorrow is a new day, excited what freebies and good
vibes  I will received. Stay positive and grateful all the time. With this a bid you  all goodnight from the " Land of the Morning Calm". Kamsamida.

My actual booking for my hotel..

Follow me on my next blog about my last Seoul trip.. Hope this will help you guys and gals on your trip to this city.