The dynamic, hi-tech economy of South Korea has produced some of the world’s best known brands such as Samsung, LG and Hyundai-Kia. Its capital city, Seoul, is a commercial juggernaut which has become one of the world’s top destinations for international conferences. Every month thousands of business travellers from around the globe arrive in the city with little understanding of what to expect in the boardrooms of Seoul. Just a little research into the social customs and business etiquette of South Korea can pay dividends when preparing to do business in this thriving economy.

Located on the north-west coast of South Korea the port city of Incheon is the gateway to Seoul, the nation’s capital. Until recently cruise ship traffic visiting Port Incheon was limited to a small number of Asian vessels. However, the recent opening of its magnificent new cruise terminal should see a marked increase in cruise ship passengers arriving here from international cruise lines.