Plan Your Perfect Escape from Busan, Daegu, or Seoul

GEOJE unlocked

👋 Welcome to Geoje Unlocked

Welcome to Geoje Unlocked, a new initiative by the team behind Every Expat in Korea — the largest and most active expat community in the country.

Discover hidden beaches, cozy pensions, weekend road trip ideas, and expat-friendly businesses across Geoje Island.

Aerial view of Wahyeon Beach in Geoje, South Korea, showing a crescent-shaped shoreline, turquoise waters, and surrounding mountains.

Why Geoje?

Why Geoje?

🌊 Why Visit Geoje (거제도)?

Geoje is one of Korea’s most underrated destinations — beautiful beaches, small-town vibes, and epic weekend potential. Whether you’re into beach cafés, island drives, or chill pensions, this guide was made for foreigners who want real Korea without the crowds.

We help you plan your trip your way:

  • ✅ Driveable getaways from Busan / Daegu
  • ✅ 2D1N weekend routes
  • ✅ English info for food, sleep, and sights
  • ✅ Locally recommended places — not TripAdvisor junk
Tourists walking along a scenic coastal path beside a windmill at Windy Hill in Geoje, South Korea, overlooking the ocean and surrounding mountains.

What’s Inside Each Issue?

What’s Inside?

🔍 What You'll Get Inside the Geoje Newsletter

✅ Weekend Plans, Sorted
Itineraries for day trips, 2D1N getaways, and hidden gems around Geoje.

✅ Expat-Friendly Finds
Beach cafés, brunch spots, English-speaking clinics, and local events.

✅ 💸 Member-Only Deals
Special discounts at restaurants, pensions, and activities — just show your subscriber code.

✅ How-To Guides
• Renting a car as a foreigner
• Best beaches for kids vs. couples
• Ferry routes, buses, and parking tips

Geoje Unlocked digital travel guide displayed on tablet and smartphone, featuring expat-friendly itineraries, must-do experiences, and English-language tips for visiting Geoje, South Korea

Stay Informed

Explore Geoje by Area

📍 Explore the Neighborhoods of Geoje

🏖️ Wahyeon Beach
Golden sand, peaceful water, and a string of cafés and pensions. Popular for paddleboarding, beach BBQs, and quiet weekday escapes.

🌆 Gohyeon
The city center. Great for shopping, Korean BBQ, hiking trails, and cheap eats. Also home to major banks and the intercity bus terminal.

🍻 Okpo
Known for its expat nightlife and working professionals. Expect pubs, burgers, Irish bars, karaoke, and menus in English.

🚤 Jangseungpo
Port town for ferries to Oedo Botania and Haegeumgang. Famous for seafood, seaside cafés, and scenic boat tours.

Two riders in a green inflatable raft enjoying a high-speed descent on a large yellow and blue water slide at a Geoje waterpark under a sunny sky.

2D1N Itineraries

📝 Coming Soon on Our Blog

  • “Weekend Escape: Busan → Wahyeon → Gohyeon”
  • “Romantic Route: Sunset Café Tour in Geoje”
  • “Family Friendly: Hiking, Beach, and Animal Cafes in a Day”

Plan smarter. Spend less. Make it worth the drive.

Vibrant topiary and flower garden at Oedo Botania in Geoje, South Korea, overlooking the ocean with palm trees and mountain backdrop

Driving

Driving in Geoje (Made Easy)

🚗 Driving in Geoje (Made Easy)

Geoje is best experienced by car. Here’s how to make it simple:

  • Foreigners can rent with passport + IDP (International Driver’s Permit)
  • Use TMAP or Naver Maps — but search in Korean for better accuracy
  • Parking is generally free or cheap outside city centers
  • Be mindful of speed cameras & winding roads
Cozy car camping setup by the ocean with string lights, beach view, snacks, and nighttime cooking scene at rocky campsite

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