Here are ways to experience the new Jeju for newlyweds who are going on Jeju honeymoons.

Have you ever seen your parents’ honeymoon photos in front of rape blossoms and Dolhareubang? When international travels were not as universal as now, Jeju Island was the go-to honeymoon place for our parents’ generation. In the mid-80s, there were even ‘honeymoon trains’ that operated between Gyeongju, Bugok and Jeju Island every weekend. And this very Jeju Island is being super favored by the newlyweds these days. As international travels became difficult recently, people are seeking out the most exotic sight in Korea, which is Jeju. And they are looking for means to travel the familiar Jeju Island in a special way. Here’s the lowdown on Jeju in new light, to help out the newlyweds.

A Picnic-like Casual Outing to Jeju Oreum

Jeju Andol Oreum with the impressive fire tree forest

The first thing we recommend to the Jeju honeymooners is Oreum. There are 368 Oreums in Jeju altogether. Even if you have frequented Jeju, it will be quite difficult to go through all of them. Some may think ‘it won’t be so nice for the tired newlyweds to go up the Oreum right after the big day,’ but there are places among Oreums where you can visit for a casual walk. There are even those that can be enjoyed without climbing at all. Oreums are also well-known to provide the once-in-a-lifetime backdrop, so make sure you take lots of photos!

The first Oreum we recommend is ‘Andol Oreum.’ Located in Songdang-ri, Gujwa-eup, this particular Oreum is known for the fire tree forest around the entrance. You can stroll around the well-organized path and soak in the fire tree phytoncide; there are many people who visit the Andol Oreum for the gorgeous rape blossoms field photo place. It’s recommended for newlyweds who don’t feel quite comfortable even with the gentle slope Oreums. The fire tree forest is privately owned; please note that you will be charged an entrance fee which will be used for maintenance of the place, as the number of visitors has been increasing lately.

Jeju Abu Oreum, loved for its unique topography (photography source. VISIT JEJU Jeju Tourism Organization)

The second Oreum we recommend is ‘Abu Oreum.’ This Oreum is located inside the Gunyoung Farm in Songdang-ri, Gujwa-eup. It has a very gentle slope, and you will reach the top in only 5 minutes. The Abu Oreum is known for its unique topography among all Oreums; there are a round crater that resembles a wooden bowl on top and a round cedar forest inside it. You will get an exotic photography if you sit around the rim and take in the landscape of the opposite circumference in your camera. Recently, some visitors rent picnic sets from cafes nearby when they visit. Please check the weather as a picnic may not be possible on very windy days.

The Holy Grail of Craft Beers; Brewery Tour

The most Jeju-like craft beer out there; Jeju beer (photography source. Jeju beer homepage)

If you are into drinking, especially newlyweds who love craft beer, how about a brewery tour? There are two craft beer breweries in Jeju. You can check out the beer manufacturing process in person and learn about the ingredients, which will help you enjoy beer even more. Drinking the freshest beer from the pipes is also a great appeal of the brewery tour.

We will first take a look at the ‘Jeju Beer’ brewery, loved by many as a local Jeju beer. Here you can take a tour and find out how beer is made, what the difference between lager and ale is, etc., with a professional docent. You can smell the various raw beer ingredients and check out which flavor and scent of particular raw ingredients you have always liked and disliked. If you know what raw ingredients you prefer and dislike, chances of picking out a great type of craft beer among so many different kinds will be better. Don’t forget a cool glass of beer after the tour as your tour ticket includes a free drink.

Operation hours: Thu~Sun 12:30 ~ 19:30 (Mon~Wed closed)
Cost: 12,000 KRW
* Tour is operated through a reservation system.

Magpie brewery, which brought on the craft beer sensation in Korea (photography source. Magpie brewery homepage)

Next, we have the ‘Magpie brewery.’ Magpie brewery started out in Gyeongridan-gil, Itaewon, 2011 and created the craft beer sensation in Korea when we weren’t so familiar with the concept of craft beers. It’s been loved by many people ever since. From 2016, they have renovated an empty tangerine storage in Jeju and have been operating their brewery here. This place is special in that you can go inside the brewery in person and look through their facilities to make close and lively observation. They also sell food like pizza and chicken; you can enjoy the place even without the tour. If you can’t enjoy beer because you’re driving, go back to your hotel, leave your car there and head over to the Magpie Blue Bird in Tap-dong downtown. It’s directly managed by Magpie, and you can enjoy over 30 types of craft beers.

Operation hours: Weekends (Sat, Sun) 1pm, 2pm, 4pm, 5pm
Cost: 20,000 KRW
* Tour is operated through a reservation system.

Jeju Activities

The hottest Jeju water activity these days; paddleboard

If there’s one thing you can’t miss out when at a ‘vacation place with a beach’, it’s water activity. You can experience most activities we enjoy foreign vacation places here in Jeju. There are many tourists enjoying activities in beaches with shallow water like Pyoseon, Hamdeok or Woljeongri. Here are the most recognized activities of this summer.

The first one is ‘paddleboard.’ We know that everyone is crazy about surfing, but if it feels too difficult or scary, we suggest you go on paddleboard. Because you can sit or stand up on the paddleboard and move forward with a paddle, you don’t have to be a good swimmer for this experience. But you know lifejackets are a must, right? At first, it won’t be easy to stand up on a moving board, but with enough practice with an instructor before you go on it, you will be gliding through the waters in no time.

The feeling of reeling in fresh cuttlefish in season; cuttlefish fishing

The second water activity is ‘cuttlefish fishing.’ Every summer, you can see cuttlefish boats that dot the Jeju night waters; there are many places that carry out programs for tourists to experience the joy of catching cuttlefish in season on a boat. Fishing boats take off from Hyunsapogu, Doduhang Port, Hahyohang Port, etc. As cuttlefish fishing is carried out at night, you can avoid the scorching summer sun and enjoy the romantic summer night vibes. There’s no special skill to cuttlefish fishing; even if you don’t know a thing about fishing, just go for it. You can eat up the raw cuttlefish you caught on the spot. As a boat leaves a port before the sun sets completely, you will also be able to admire the beautiful sunset on your way to the cuttlefish fishing point.

Hotel Packages that Complete the Romantic Honeymoon

Haevichi’s Romantic Honeymoon package for newlyweds

If you have decided what you will be doing during your honeymoon in Jeju, it’s time to decide where to stay; the most important decision of all. We introduce Haevichi Hotel & Resort Jeju (hereafter as the “Haevichi”) packages, which offer the comfort and also contribute to your long-remembered honeymoon.

First, there is the ‘Romantic Honeymoon package,’ which includes 1 night at the ocean view executive room with a beautiful view of the Jeju sea as well as breakfast, which you can choose between buffet at Sum Mora or room service. A whole cream cake and a bottle of sparkling wine are also provided for a romantic time together as well as a Lush bath balm that will help you relax in the huge bathtub.

Also, instead of checking in at the crowded lobby, there is the private check-in service ready for you to be checked inside your room. At request, you can also borrow a polaroid camera; Haevichi wishes you a memorable honeymoon.

If you stay for 2 nights, you will be provided with 2 glasses of couple’s cocktails at Bar99 and a light snack; for 3 nights, you will be provided with a luxurious sleeping mask from Freora or a free upgrade to a suite. If you stay for 3 nights at a suite, you are provided with the free Genesis G70 rental service.

Summer Break package for complete relaxation

If you are looking for staycation during your honeymoon period for the ultimate relaxation, go for Haevichi’s Summer Break package. It includes 1 night at the superior room, 2 breakfasts at Sum Mora, and the unlimited use of Winter Garden indoor/outdoor pool (per night). The outdoor pool is especially recommendable as it has very different vibes during day and night. You won’t be bored from playing in the pool all day long. You are also provided with 2 glasses of Haevichi draft wheat beer during your stay just once, so enjoy the Winter Garden outdoor pool and visit the glass bar by the pool side to relax with a cold glass of beer.

Haevichi’s luxurious Private Yacht package

If you are determined to spend a luxurious honeymoon, we recommend Haevichi’s ‘Private Yacht package.’ You can enjoy the emerald Jeju waters as the cool wind from the yacht will brush against you. The yacht you will be getting on is one of the top 3 luxurious yachts in the world. It’s the 15-person size 'Azimut 85' from AZIMUT, an Italian company.

You will ride this boat and leave the Wimihang Port, cruising through the beautiful ‘Seop island’, where there are over 180 types of rare vegetation and 450 types of warm temperate zone plants that harmonize with strange rocks and bizarre stones and ‘Moon island’, the greatest water ecology sight in Korea with many tropical fishes and 63 types of various rare corals, etc. The yacht provides the picnic set including various finger food and a half bottle of wine for your fantastic private boat party. You can even enjoy simple fishing as well; during July and September~November, you will see many red sea breams, rock breams, opaleyes (black sea breams), etc.

This package includes 1 night at the ocean view executive room, Sum Mora breakfast for 2 people, the use of indoor/outdoor pools where you can admire the fantastic blue ocean view, and free use of sauna that will take away all of your fatigue.

Haevichi Hotel & Resort package reservation inquiry: 064-780-8000
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Many newlyweds dream of their honeymoon to be the most memorable trip ever, as it’s a once in a lifetime experience. COVID 19 has caused numerous newlyweds to miss out on their honeymoon that they have dreamed about their whole life. We hope a great domestic honeymoon will appease the disappointment. Now that you know how to travel the familiar Jeju Island in a special way, go and make unforgettable memories with your loved one.