Capital 2027 South Korea Spring Break trip
Seoul & Busan, South Korea
Dates: February 26 – March 6, 2027 (Approximate)
Total Price: $2,125 plus Airfare Columbus to Seoul/Busan to Columbus, OH
Departure/Return: TBD
Payment #2: Thursday, September 3, 2026
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$750 Due. (Total of $1,200 paid).
Payment #3: Thursday, October 8, 2026
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$850 Due. (Total of $2,050 paid).
Payment #4: Thursday, December 3, 2026
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$850 Due. (Total of $2,900 paid).
Payment #5: Thursday, January 14, 2027
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Remaining Balance Due. Estimated total for trip: $3,825.
Your Trip Package Includes:
- Flight to Seoul, Return from Busan
- High Speed Rail travel from Seoul to Busan
- Airport transfers
- Accommodations in Seoul and Busan (Breakfast included)
- Tours, Interpreters, and Activities
- Instructional Fee
- Public transportation pass in Seoul
- Two group dinners
What to Budget For (Not Included):
- Daily Meals: Most lunches and dinners (Plan for ~$20–$30 USD per day).
- Mobile Data: A Korean SIM card or international data plan (e-SIM).
- Electronics: Voltage adapters/plug converters (Type F) for your gear.
- Personal Spending: Walking around and additional shopping money.
- K-ETA: Small administrative fee for entry authorization (approx. $10).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Seoul & Busan?
Seoul is a massive, neon-soaked "intensity" trip where 600-year-old palaces sit next to futuristic skyscrapers. Busan is the cooler counterpart—a gritty but beautiful port city where you can eat world-class seafood at a street market and then walk five minutes to a white-sand beach backed by mountains.
Will I get college credit?
Yes. While not required for the trip, we encourage students to register for the Spring Semester: IDS 491 (1 Credit).
Do I have to make payments on the website?
You can pay here or at the Yochum Student Accounts office. Use account #11-20-211301-48323-31005. If paying at Yochum, please email nschmitt@capital.edu.
Do I need a passport?
Yes. All students need a valid passport that does not expire within 6 months of the trip dates. More info on US passports here.
Can I use financial aid?
Please consult with the Financial Aid office in Yochum Hall early to see how your specific package applies to IDS 491.
Should I have a credit card?
Mastercard, Visa, and Amex are widely accepted. Currency conversion is
Group Leaders
Neal Schmitt: nschmitt@capital.edu
Chad Loughrige: cloughri@capital.edu
Payment Schedule
Payment #1: Thursday, April 16, 2026
- $450 Initial deposit due to reserve seat. (Refundable until Sept 3).
Payment #2: Thursday, September 3, 2026
- $750 Due. (Total of $1,200 paid).
Payment #3: Thursday, October 8, 2026
- $850 Due. (Total of $2,050 paid).
Payment #4: Thursday, December 3, 2026
- $850 Due. (Total of $2,900 paid).
Payment #5: Thursday, January 14, 2027
- Remaining Balance Due. Estimated total for trip: $3,825.
- Final balance determined by airfare costs (confirmed May/June 2026).