SKI EXPERIENCE IN SOUTH KOREA!

It was an exciting day for all of us Korea-ASEAN Tourism Partnership Program delegates to experience ski and gondola ride. We live in tropical countries and we usually do not have snow nor gondolas. Nonetheless, KTO gave us this chance by bringing us to Jellabuk-do Muju, a well-known ski attraction in Korea composed of resorts and ski facilities.

We were all excited! Some even claimed it was a dream, lol! I mean, c'mon everyone who lives in a tropical country would want to experience it, see snow for the first time, feel it, much more lie on it and even roll on it! And we did!

It was quiet an experience for everyone experiencing the ceremonies involved in renting the ski gears, selecting your size and color and trying it on for the first time! Whew, we never knew it could feel so hot in spite of the very cold weather - the ski gears truly rocks! From the jacket, gloves, the ski boots, the pole and the ski! Whew!Wind-proof, wet proof and cold proof  I could say. We were even sweating while out in the snow! And it was minus 3 degrees at that time!

The facilities in Muju Dyeokyusan Resort was very good and systematic. There were lockers for rental (at 1,000 KRW) and too many choices for selection.


Skiing is not easy though yet quiet enjoyable. We all tried our best to ski and learn the basics from proper walking, how to stand up when you fall, how to brake and how to control the pole and the ski itself.  It was really a new experience for all of us! We really maximized the time and enjoyed it.

So what are you waiting for? Go come to Korea as well and experience ski for the first time!