🌊🏝️ Geoje Island Summer Escape: Korea’s Hidden Coastal Gem

#summervacay **📍 *Why Visit Geoje in Summer?*** South Korea’s second-largest island blends **turquoise waters, dramatic cliffs, and POW history**—without the crowds of Jeju. Summer means **beach hopping, seafood feasts, and coastal hikes** with ocean breezes! --- ### **🗓️ 2-3 Day Itinerary: Beaches, History & Island Hopping** #### **Day 1: Coastal Wonders & POW Legacy** - **Morning**: - **From Busan**: Take the **bus (Gohyeon Terminal, 1.5h) or ferry** (1h from Jangseungpo). - **Oedo Botania**: Day-trip to this **European-style marine garden** (ferry from Gujora Port). - **Afternoon**: - **Geoje POW Camp Park**: Walk among **life-sized prisoner sculptures** from the Korean War. - **Hakdong Pebble Beach**: Swim in crystal-clear water (unique **black pebbles**!). - **Evening**: - **Dinner at Gujora Market**: Feast on **honghap bap (mussel rice)** and **grilled eel**. #### **Day 2: Hiking & Hidden Bays** - **Sunrise**: - **Windy Hill**: Famous for **rolling meadows + ocean views** (from *Descendants of the Sun*). - **Midday**: - **Haegeumgang Island Cruise**: Sail past **towering sea cliffs** (like “Dragon King Temple”). - **Afternoon**: - **Jisim-do Coastal Walk**: Easy 2km trail with **suspension bridges & tide pools**. #### **Day 3 (Optional): Beaches & Water Sports** - **Jangseungpo Daebawi Beach**: **Kayak or paddleboard** around sea caves. - **Neungpo Beach**: White sand + beachfront **raw seafood restaurants**. --- ### **🌴 Summer Highlights:** ✅ **Oedo’s Hydrangeas** (June-July): Thousands of blue blooms. ✅ **Firefly Festival** (July): Night walks in **Galsan Wetland**. ✅ **Fresh Abalone**: Try it **sashimi-style or grilled**. --- ### **📌 Pro Tips:** - **Transport**: Rent a **car** (best for remote beaches) or use **island buses**. - **Ferry Tickets**: Book **Oedo/Haegeumgang cruises a day ahead**. - **Packing**: **Water shoes, rash guard, UV umbrella**. **"Geoje isn’t just an island—it’s where cliffs meet history and seafood tastes like the sea itself."** Ready to dive in? 🦀🏖️