Have you ever heard anyone say "I'm going on vacation to South Korea?" With the exception of those with family connections to the Asian nation (or gawkers who trek to the DMZ to lay eyes on North Korea), we haven't. You could spend weeks exploring the country and never hear a lick of English spoken. South Korea is wonderfully complex, with technologically savvy cities like Seoul, fascinating historic destinations like Gyeongju (nicknamed "the museum without walls" -- the temples alone are worth a visit) and pristine volcanic landscapes that you practically have all to yourself.

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