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Starla
Joined: 06 Jun 2008
Location: Seoul
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| ajuma wrote: |
toothbrush and toothpaste. You'll find every kind of toothbrush and toothpaste you can imagine here.
sweat shirts, sweaters, jackets (I may ship winter clothes by boat)
Bring a couple of each as you can find those things pretty cheap here.
eye drops
Unless you prefer a certain brand, there are many types available here including B&L.
razor with extra blades, shaving cream,
Again, unless you prefer a certain brand, razors are found everywhere (and as expensive as anywhere else I've seen!) |
This may sound like a silly question but how to Koreans normally dry and hang their clothes before and after it's dried? I've heard dryers aren't as common as in the U.S. and since most apartments seem to come with only a washer from what I hear, I take it hanging clothes on a clothesline or drying rack is necessary. Also, how about closet space? How much if any is there?
Also, I'm bringing round pin power adapters at 220 volts. I heard I need those as well as a power strip though I would imagine I could find the latter in Korea. |
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Imrahil
Joined: 04 Feb 2008
Location: On the other side of the world.
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| Posted: Sun Aug 17, 2008 5:14 am Post subject: |
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My god, it sounds like you are meticulous, worrisome and a detailed planner. I wish you luck here in Korea and hope things go well for you, but I honestly believe this country will drive you insane.
| Starla wrote: |
| ajuma wrote: |
toothbrush and toothpaste. You'll find every kind of toothbrush and toothpaste you can imagine here.
sweat shirts, sweaters, jackets (I may ship winter clothes by boat)
Bring a couple of each as you can find those things pretty cheap here.
eye drops
Unless you prefer a certain brand, there are many types available here including B&L.
razor with extra blades, shaving cream,
Again, unless you prefer a certain brand, razors are found everywhere (and as expensive as anywhere else I've seen!) |
This may sound like a silly question but how to Koreans normally dry and hang their clothes before and after it's dried? I've heard dryers aren't as common as in the U.S. and since most apartments seem to come with only a washer from what I hear, I take it hanging clothes on a clothesline or drying rack is necessary. Also, how about closet space? How much if any is there?
Also, I'm bringing round pin power adapters at 220 volts. I heard I need those as well as a power strip though I would imagine I could find the latter in Korea. |
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Starla
Joined: 06 Jun 2008
Location: Seoul
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| Posted: Sun Aug 17, 2008 5:23 am Post subject: |
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| Imrahil wrote: |
| My god, it sounds like you are meticulous, worrisome and a detailed planner. I wish you luck here in Korea and hope things go well for you, but I honestly believe this country will drive you insane. |
You have me figured out.  I am packing my clothing as we speak by season and category, lol. I'm trying to plan here so that when I get there, I can handle the mayhem! Also, I had a problem finding where everything is while I was in Korea this summer even if it was there so I'd rather bring it over than search high and low for it at reasonable prices. I could find things cheap in the U.S. so I will bring them over if I even suspect I won't be able to find them in Korea. I have lots of 99 cent stores where I live and if Korea had some, I would stock up there though. Is there such a thing as 999 won stores there?  |
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Imrahil
Joined: 04 Feb 2008
Location: On the other side of the world.
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| Posted: Sun Aug 17, 2008 6:07 am Post subject: |
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| Starla wrote: |
| Imrahil wrote: |
| My god, it sounds like you are meticulous, worrisome and a detailed planner. I wish you luck here in Korea and hope things go well for you, but I honestly believe this country will drive you insane. |
You have me figured out. I am packing my clothing as we speak by season and category, lol. I'm trying to plan here so that when I get there, I can handle the mayhem! Also, I had a problem finding where everything is while I was in Korea this summer even if it was there so I'd rather bring it over than search high and low for it at reasonable prices. I could find things cheap in the U.S. so I will bring them over if I even suspect I won't be able to find them in Korea. I have lots of 99 cent stores where I live and if Korea had some, I would stock up there though. Is there such a thing as 999 won stores there? |
Actually yes there are. I have seen them as part of a larger department store, although they aren't that good. As I said, I genuinely do hope you enjoy your time here. If you were here during the summer then I guess you are up to speed with how last minute everything is here. |
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Tobias
Joined: 02 Jun 2008
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| Posted: Sun Aug 17, 2008 6:43 am Post subject: One thing to bring |
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| One thing you may want to bring, if you can handle the extra weight without getting busted for the extra fee at check-in, is a power transformer. This unit will step down the 220 Korean voltage to 110 US voltage so you can use those electrical devices you're bringing from the US. I had to buy one for a digicam battery recharger and an iron. The transformer was a lot cheaper than a new charger alone. |
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Starla
Joined: 06 Jun 2008
Location: Seoul
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| Posted: Sun Aug 17, 2008 6:55 am Post subject: Re: One thing to bring |
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| Tobias wrote: |
| One thing you may want to bring, if you can handle the extra weight without getting busted for the extra fee at check-in, is a power transformer. This unit will step down the 220 Korean voltage to 110 US voltage so you can use those electrical devices you're bringing from the US. I had to buy one for a digicam battery recharger and an iron. The transformer was a lot cheaper than a new charger alone. |
How big are those and where can I get them? If it's as big as this one, I probably won't bring it over although it's quite tempting...
http://www.meppi.com/Products/Transformers/PublishingImages/M7039%20OPPD%20NCPS%20345%20kV.JPG |
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DrOctagon
Joined: 11 Jun 2008
Location: Chicago
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| Posted: Sun Aug 17, 2008 8:41 am Post subject: |
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| Or you can just buy one when you arrive instead of hauling that thing in your luggage. |
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ajuma
Joined: 18 Feb 2003
Location: Anywere but Seoul!!
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| Posted: Sun Aug 17, 2008 4:18 pm Post subject: |
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| Or you can just buy one when you arrive instead of hauling that thing in your luggage. |
Best idea, since the ones made in the States probably have the prong-plug in the back and not the 3-pin that's used here.
Speaking of electronics, be sure the appliance you are using will work at 220-240. If you plug in something that's only good at 120, you'll ruin it. |
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Starla
Joined: 06 Jun 2008
Location: Seoul
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| Posted: Sun Aug 17, 2008 4:50 pm Post subject: |
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| ajuma wrote: |
| DrOctagon wrote: |
| Or you can just buy one when you arrive instead of hauling that thing in your luggage. |
Best idea, since the ones made in the States probably have the prong-plug in the back and not the 3-pin that's used here.
Speaking of electronics, be sure the appliance you are using will work at 220-240. If you plug in something that's only good at 120, you'll ruin it. |
I haven't the slightest clue how to find out if my appliance only works at 120 volts because I'm technologically challenged. I heard that most U.S. appliances are 120. I have 2-pin converters so those aren't any good? I'll probably only bring my laptop, an iron and my camera but I would hate to ruin them though. |
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Zutronius
Joined: 16 Apr 2007
Location: Suncheon
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ajuma
Joined: 18 Feb 2003
Location: Anywere but Seoul!!
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| Posted: Sun Aug 17, 2008 5:50 pm Post subject: |
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Starla, when you get here, you can easily find an iron as well as a plug for your computer and camera. If you're near Seoul, you can go to Youngsan and get what you need. If you're not near Seoul, try major stores such as Emar, Homever, Lotte or Homeplus.
I'm sure your laptop will be compatable with 220-240, but DON'T use the small adaptor that fits on the end. It could ruin your computer.
Sorry...I was wrong...the 2-pin is correct, but really be careful what you use them on! |
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Tobias
Joined: 02 Jun 2008
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| Posted: Sun Aug 17, 2008 5:59 pm Post subject: Wait on it |
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| Just wait and get the transformer here. It's too heavy, plus you may get the wrong thing back in the USA. |
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driftingfocus
Joined: 08 Feb 2007
Location: Boston, MA
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| Posted: Thu Aug 21, 2008 4:50 pm Post subject: |
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| A lot of patience and balls of steel. |
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semi-fly
Joined: 07 Apr 2008
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For those hard to find things do you guys manage a trip to the local PX or do you find yourself going to a black market?
- For me I would be most concerned about finding Excedrin, the generic stuff doesn't work on me.
- Regarding shoes, is it really that hard to find comfortable yet affordable shoes is Korea? (Especially for those with large feet (size 11 or larger)) |
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daz1979
Joined: 29 Apr 2006
Location: Gangwon-Do
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| Posted: Thu Aug 21, 2008 5:31 pm Post subject: |
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Best advice I've seen on these threads is......
Bring nothing major, just re-evaluate your needs!
I've live in a small town for 18 months and have never gone without anything important really. Sometimes I head over to Seoul if I need some decent clothes or a new toy, but usually I just make do! |
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