Jeju Island, also known as the "Island of the Gods," is a popular
vacation spot for Koreans and many Japanese. It remains one of the top
honeymoon destinations for Korean newlyweds. The island's mixture of
volcanic rock, frequent rains, and temperate climate, make it very
similar to the Hawaiian Islands in the U.S. The island offers visitors a
wide range of activities: hiking on Halla-san (South Korea's highest
peak), catching sunrises and sunsets over the ocean, viewing majestic
waterfalls, riding horses, or just lying around on the sandy beaches.
Although tourism is one of the main industries on the island, many of
the hotels and other tourist areas are run by mainland companies, so
much of the income never gets put back into the local economy. Also,
since the attractions are geared towards tourists, many of the entrance
fees can be hefty (although the locally owned and operated ones tend to
be cheaper). Similar to Gyeongju and some other areas, local residents
can enter most places for free or for a steeply discounted price.
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