South Korea Launches Digital Navigation Guide to Simplify International tourists' travel

International tourists arriving in South Korea often face challenges understanding transportation routes due to limited language support. To address this, the South Korean government has launched a multilingual digital transportation guide designed to help visitors navigate various regions beyond the capital. The guide features data-driven visual infographics that are easy to understand, available in English, Japanese, and Mandarin. Information is disseminated through official tourism platforms, social media, and local information centres. Unlike conventional text-heavy guides, this approach prioritises innovative and user-friendly design. Features are tailored to help tourists navigate the transport system practically, from taking trains to booking ride-hailing services. Global apps like Google Maps or Uber are not widely used; instead, local applications such as Naver Maps and Kakao T are recommended.Through this guide, the government aims to boost confidence in using local apps, purchasing transport tickets, and travelling to areas outside Seoul. This initiative is also part of the government’s strategy to encourage exploration of regions beyond the capital and reduce overcrowding in Seoul. To expand reach, the guide is distributed in collaboration with local authorities and transport operators such as Korea Railroad Corporation. The government expects that easier access to information will enable international tourists to enjoy a more comfortable journey and explore South Korea comprehensively.