Gangwon Province is top overnight trip spot for foreigners in Korea

A government survey found that Gangwon Province is the #1 destination for overnight trips among foreign residents in South Korea, beating out Busan and Jeju Island. The survey covered 1,000 foreign residents over a year starting November 2024, with 27.7% of travelers saying they'd visited Gangwon. The province's mix of beaches, mountains, and natural scenery makes it a favorite for weekend getaways.