As no one has answered this question, I apologize and offer my second-hand experience. Friends of mine have gone to Korea a couple of times, and report that it was great. Their favorite part was the shopping, as that was the entire reason for the trips!
The also reported great food and spa facilities. Although I am very fond of these ladies, they're not the most likely to go where the locals go - they pretty much want U.S. Luxury life in other countries, and they were able to find that in Korea. I'd actually be more interested in hearing your experiences!
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