Korea, Day 11 - Seoul
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| espresso in Gangnam, Seoul |
Not saying that the 2013 SO World Winter Games weren't fun. It was just a different kind of fun.
Our day started with one last shuttle ride to YongPyong Resort, so that we could catch a bus back to Incheon (about 3 hrs). We couldn't arrange a ride straight into Seoul, since others outnumbered our group and had to get right to the airport. Once at Incheon Airport, we stopped for a quick bite at McDonald's (some of us were craving a "taste of home") before heading out.
We then hired a taxi to take us to our hotel, Provista Hotel in the Gangnam neighborhood of Seoul. The driver was very friendly, making sure to point out some landmarks on the way. He also was sure to help us make arrangements for him to pick us up, on Monday, to take us back to the airport.
Our hotel is awesome! We stayed with the hotel we originally booked (before coming to Korea) and we couldn't be happier. Here's why: 1) we have our own rooms, 2) the beds are comfortable and bigger than twin size, 3) the rooms are large, mine includes a loft, 3) there are washer/dryers in each room, 4) western-style bathrooms, complete with automated toilet seats and bidet, 5) room service, 6) coffee/tea cafe in the lobby, and 7) 3 minute walk to the subway. All for just about $100 a night.
And all of those amenities are much needed. After the two weeks we had, we all just need comfort. I'm so very happy with our hotel right now.
We spent the afternoon wandering the neighborhood around the hotel, getting our bearings. Later this evening we'll indulge in a large Korean meal. Tomorrow, the real exploring begins.