Korea IRL exists to be the most accurate, useful guide to Korea for travelers. Here's how we keep it that way.
Research & sources
Every guide is based on official and authoritative sources (e.g. the Korea Tourism Organization, Seoul city data, official transit information) and, where possible, first-hand local experience. Time-sensitive facts — prices, hours, fares, visa rules — are checked against official primary sources, not just other blogs.
Accuracy & updates
Travel information changes. We date each guide and re-check time-sensitive details regularly. If something is out of date, please tell us — we correct it quickly.
Images
We only use images we have the right to use: our own photography, officially licensed images (including Korea Open Government License content with attribution), and properly licensed stock. Each image is credited to its source. We do not use copyrighted images without permission.
Use of AI
We use AI tools to help research and draft, but every guide is reviewed and fact-checked by a human before publishing. We're responsible for everything we publish.
Independence & disclosure
Our recommendations are based on merit. If a guide ever contains affiliate links or sponsored content, it will be clearly disclosed.