Seoul

The horizon of skyscrapers and bright lights, gives you plenty of clues about this East Asian city of innovation.

A fascinating blend of ancient artefact and groundbreaking technology, Seoul makes for a fascinating destination for your private aircraft charter.

Touching down at South Korea’s Incheon airports your private pickup will take around an hour to reach the city centre, or you might choose the slightly quicker ease of a high speed train to the heart of Seoul.

Luxury accommodation abounds as you might expect in a city as dynamic and globally facing as Seoul. Choose from some of the larger hotel chains or opt for boutique opulence such as Ryse, the perfect destination for lovers of art and popular culture.

Found in the Hongdae area, every room is uniquely styled with touches of luxury and unique art works.

Book a suite and feel like you’re living in a New York loft with sweeping views over the city and the convenience and space of a penthouse gallery.

When you’re ready to start exploring, head out for a coffee at the charming Cheongsudang Gallery where to get in you must walk through a bamboo garden.

Once fully refreshed make your way to one of Seoul’s most popular tourist attractions, the Gyeongbokgung Palace, built in 1395.

Foodies might instead prefer a Korean cooking lesson, sourcing and learning about traditional national dishes, street food and ingredients before sitting down to taste the results of their hard work.

Take a private tour of the city and discover its hidden gems or spend the day shopping and darting in and out of the many cafes and restaurants that make this city so popular.

For a dinner to remember make a reservation at La Yeon, serving traditional Korean cuisine with a delicate and beautifully presented interpretation.

Or take a visit to Mingles, the tastefully simplistic restaurant exploring Korean food with just the right twist of experimentation. This two-starred Michelin restaurant is bound to impress but make sure to book in advance.

For a night cap you’ll want to head to Rooftop Kloud, a bar featuring sweeping views across the city. You can book your spot for the evening after 5pm.

Seoul experiences a continental climate which simply means it has cold, sunny winters and hot , steamy summers.

August is generally the warmest month to pay a visit, with temperatures on average reaching highs of around 30° but more often hovering around 26°.

The winter brings with it plummeting temperatures with December and January frequently dipping below zero.
May, June and September avoid the highs and lows and make the perfect time to visit South Korea, avoiding the peak months and bustling crowds.

Seoul is a wonderful mix of tradition and global innovation. A perfect destination for corporate jet charters and your personal private charter to this ambitious, exciting city.