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 ====== Guide : First-Time Volunteers Coming to Korea ====== ====== Guide : First-Time Volunteers Coming to Korea ======
  
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 Welcome to Korea! We are absolutely thrilled to have you join our LangStay family. We know you’re going to love it here, and we’re here to make sure your arrival is as smooth and exciting as possible. Here’s everything you need to know before you land and how to find us once you’re here! Welcome to Korea! We are absolutely thrilled to have you join our LangStay family. We know you’re going to love it here, and we’re here to make sure your arrival is as smooth and exciting as possible. Here’s everything you need to know before you land and how to find us once you’re here!
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 ==== 1. Stay Connected ==== ==== 1. Stay Connected ====
  
-Staying connected is key, and we’ve got you covered! We recommend getting a SIM card from **ChinguMobile**. It’s super easy:+Staying connected is key, and we’ve got you covered! We recommend getting a SIM card from **ChinguMobile** if you need to have one. It’s super easy:
  
   * **Buy Online:** Before you take off, hop on [[https://chingumobile.com/|the ChinguMobile website]] and grab your SIM card.    * **Buy Online:** Before you take off, hop on [[https://chingumobile.com/|the ChinguMobile website]] and grab your SIM card. 
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   - **Uber (Taxi):** If you’re looking for comfort and convenience, Uber is your best bet. It’s a bit pricier, but it’s direct and perfect if you’ve got a lot of luggage.   - **Uber (Taxi):** If you’re looking for comfort and convenience, Uber is your best bet. It’s a bit pricier, but it’s direct and perfect if you’ve got a lot of luggage.
   - **Airport Limousine Bus:** This is a great middle-ground option—comfortable and easy to navigate. You can catch:   - **Airport Limousine Bus:** This is a great middle-ground option—comfortable and easy to navigate. You can catch:
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     * **Bus No. 6017:** Takes about **1 hour 20 minutes** and costs **17,000 KRW**.     * **Bus No. 6017:** Takes about **1 hour 20 minutes** and costs **17,000 KRW**.
     * **Bus No. 6003:** Takes about **1 hour 40 minutes** and costs **16,000 KRW**.     * **Bus No. 6003:** Takes about **1 hour 40 minutes** and costs **16,000 KRW**.
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   - **Subway Train:** For the budget-conscious traveler, the subway is the way to go! It’s affordable and gives you a taste of the local vibe. Here’s how to do it:   - **Subway Train:** For the budget-conscious traveler, the subway is the way to go! It’s affordable and gives you a taste of the local vibe. Here’s how to do it:
     * **T-money Card:** You’ll need one of these nifty rechargeable cards for your subway rides. Grab one at the airport—you’ll need cash for this!     * **T-money Card:** You’ll need one of these nifty rechargeable cards for your subway rides. Grab one at the airport—you’ll need cash for this!
-    * **Korea Tour Card:** Another option is the **Korea Tour Card**, which doubles as a T-money card and gives you sweet discounts at tourist spots. You can buy it at the bus ticket booth in the airport. Check out [this link](https://koreatourcard.kr) for more info! +    * **Korea Tour Card:** Another option is the **Korea Tour Card**, which doubles as a T-money card and gives you sweet discounts at tourist spots. You can buy it at the bus ticket booth in the airport. Check out [[https://koreatourcard.kr|this link]] for more info! 
-    * **Climate Card (기후동행카드):** If you’re planning to use public transportation a lot, this card could be a money-saver. Just remember, it’s only valid in Seoul and you’ll need an Alien Registration Card (ARC) for any youth discounts.+    * **Climate Card (기후동행카드):** If you’re planning to use public transportation a lot, this card could be a money-saver. Just remember, it’s only valid in Seoul and you’ll need an Alien Registration Card (ARC) for the youth discount.
     * **Cost:** A subway ride from the airport to our location costs around **5,000 KRW**.     * **Cost:** A subway ride from the airport to our location costs around **5,000 KRW**.
     * **Directions:** After getting your transportation card, hop on the subway and head to **Hongik University Station (홍대입구역)**. Here, switch to Line No. 2 and ride to **Sillim Station**. We’re just a 7-minute stroll from Exit No. 5.     * **Directions:** After getting your transportation card, hop on the subway and head to **Hongik University Station (홍대입구역)**. Here, switch to Line No. 2 and ride to **Sillim Station**. We’re just a 7-minute stroll from Exit No. 5.
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 ==== 4. Our Location: Your New Home ==== ==== 4. Our Location: Your New Home ====
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-  * **Address:** [Insert Address Here]+  * **Address:** ZIP CODE - 08870
     * 서울특별시 관악구 신림동길 23-1 3층     * 서울특별시 관악구 신림동길 23-1 3층
     * 3F, 23-1, Sillimdong-gil, Gwanak-gu, Seoul     * 3F, 23-1, Sillimdong-gil, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
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 We also recommend downloading the **"Naver Map"** app, which is a lifesaver here in Korea. It’s packed with detailed info on local spots and public transport routes. And hey, if you have a little time before you arrive, why not learn the Korean alphabet, Hangul? It’s super easy to pick up and will help you navigate signs and menus like a pro! We also recommend downloading the **"Naver Map"** app, which is a lifesaver here in Korea. It’s packed with detailed info on local spots and public transport routes. And hey, if you have a little time before you arrive, why not learn the Korean alphabet, Hangul? It’s super easy to pick up and will help you navigate signs and menus like a pro!
  
-Feel free to reach out to us if you need anything at all. And please let us know when you’re expected to arrive—especially if it’s late at night or early in the morning. It’s even better if you can share your flight number with us, so we can be ready to help you out when you get here.+Feel free to reach out to us if you need anything at all. And **please let us know when you’re expected to arrive—especially if it’s late at night or early in the morning.** It’s even better if you can share your flight number with us, so we can be ready to help you out when you get here.
  
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 See you soon! See you soon!
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 +> We are now using **WhatsApp** messenger for LangStay Staff group chat!
 +> ChinguMobile is the best. We were asked frequently about SIM cards, and we couldn't find any better one.
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