Except where noted on the agenda, workshop events will take place in Grainger Hall at the Nicholas School of the Environment.
image from Google Maps Street View; main entrance to Grainger Hall @ Circuit Drive and S. LaSalle St.
Getting to Duke
RDU is the closest airport to Duke University. Travel from the airport by taxi/rideshare or rental car takes between 25 and 40 minutes. The estimated one-way fare is $40–$60 before tip, depending on time of day.
For Duke-affiliated conference participants, we recommend parking in your usual lot on campus and either taking a Duke bus or walking to Grainger Hall.
Visitors to Duke are encouraged to use public transit whenever possible. Visitor parking for non-Duke affiliates is available on a first-come, first-serve basis in the Circuit Visitor lot using the PayByPhone website or app. Parking using PayByPhone costs $2 per hour, plus associated transaction fees. With PayByPhone, visitors can park in 2 easy steps:
Select a parking duration
Enter the location number posted on the PayByPhone signs
Lodging for non-local visitors is being arranged by APSI at the AC Hotel on Erwin Rd.
Hotel address: 2800 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705
Located in the Erwin Terrace plaza, the AC Hotel is approximately a 7–10-minute walk from Grainger Hall. Click on the image below to open the interactive map.
n.b.: please do not completely follow Google Maps’ walking directions from the AC Hotel to Grainger Hall; for some reason, they try to take visitors around to the back of the building. We encourage conference participants to use the main entrance facing Circuit Drive.
Meals included on the agenda are provided to registered conference participants.
All other meals are at participants’ own discretion. Nearby options for dining can be found on the above Google map.
On campus, Duke provides a free bus network. Visitors can ride these buses for free to access various parts of campus and adjacent areas in Durham. A Duke ID is not needed.
The schedule and routes may be modified during this workshop since the campus will be on summer schedule.
Internet
Duke University is part of the global eduroam network; visitors should check with their home institution to make sure their devices are set up to connect to eduroam.
Visitors can also make use of the free “Duke Visitor” wifi network while on campus.
Except where noted on the agenda, workshop events will take place in the College of Humanities (인문대학), adjacent to Ara Convention Hall (아라컨벤션홀) at Jeju National University’s Ara Campus.
from Jeju International Airport to Ara Campus, Jeju National University
by public transit (bus): 365, 455, 3003 (towards JNU campus); takes about 35 mins; estimated fare: ₩2,300 (~$1.75). (see “public transit” below)
by taxi: takes between 25 and 40 minutes; estimated one-way fare: ₩15,000–30,000 (~$12-25); show your driver the following destination (“Jeju University, Ara Convention Hall” in Korean letters):
제주대학교 아라컨벤션홀
Image from the Office of International Affairs, Jeju National University
Staying at Jeju National University
Lodging is provided to non-resident conference participants at Ara Convention Hall (ACH), on-campus at Jeju National University, from July 4-6, 2024. Accommodations for other nights have been prearranged individually with participants in nearby hotels.
At Ara Convention Hall: Check-in: Thursday, July 4th between 3PM and 10PM Check-out: Saturday, July 6th by 11am(some guests will check out on July 7th, by pre-arrangement)
Recommendations: Breakfast—The recommended breakfast place is A’Bout Coffee near the rear gate of the University, which is roughly a 5-minute walk from Ara Convention Hall:
5M Coffee is a highly-recommended café, but it is closed on weekends. It is located near the main gate on the north side of Ara campus. Kimbab Chunkuk and Subway are also near the main gate; both open at 9AM.
Meals included on the agenda are provided to conference participants, including lunch on July 5 and 6 and dinner on July 4 and 5. All other meals are at participants’ own discretion.
Getting around
Google maps will find landmarks and can make public transit recommendations but cannot provide real-time directions for driving or walking in Korea. Recommended alternatives include KakaoMap and Naver Maps (settings can be adjusted to search and show results in English):
Lyft does not function in Korea. Uber will sometimes work, but the app may shift to “UT” (a local partner). Uber also tends to summon licensed taxis rather than private cars, though payment via the app is possible. Popular alternatives include the KakaoTaxi (or KakaoT) app, though usage requires a KakaoTalk account. The taxi industry is strictly regulated, and any licensed cabs are safe to hail on the street. Most will accept credit card payments, though Tmoney can also be used (see the public transit section). Tipping cab drivers is not customary in Korea.
Public Transit
Public transit is safe and convenient, though buses (and subways in Seoul) do not run 24 hours. To pay fares, short-term visitors may find it worth investing in a Tmoney card which can be used for all public transit as well as taxi fares. When using public transit with Tmoney, tap the card upon entry as well as exit (there is a slight discount compared to the cash fare). note: Tmoney can also be used as payment in some convenience stores (CU, 7-Eleven, GS25, Ministop, EMart24, etc.).
The Tmoney card can be purchased at most convenience stores as well as upon arrival at an international airport. The card can only be purchased (and recharged) with cash (Korean won).
Major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard) are accepted almost everywhere in Korea. Some card issuers may add international transaction fees. Digital payment options (Google Pay, Apple Pay, SamsungPay) may be available in some places, but they are not common. Some payment apps, including KakaoPay, are available, but they do not have English language support and may be of limited utility to short-term visitors since a Korean phone number is required for service.
Cash is accepted everywhere and can be obtained from global ATMs, available in the airport as well as at some banks in tourist areas. Woori Bank and Shinhan Bank are two of the largest. Citibank also has limited availability. There may be withdrawal limits and a transaction fee (typically between ₩3,000 and ₩4,000). Foreign exchange kiosks in airports are reliable, but may be more expensive than directly withdrawing cash via an ATM.
Mobile phones + data
Mobile phone service and high-speed data in Korea is reliable and ubiquitous. International visitors may find that their own roaming data plan is sufficient for basic email or messaging. Wifi is also widely available in stores, restaurants, cafes, and other public spaces.
For mobile/data service in Korea, the main providers are Korea Telecom (KT), SK Telecom, and LG U+. Physical SIM cards, eSIM cards, and personal wifi hotspots (including data-only options) can be purchased in advance or upon arrival at international airports; phones/tablets must be unlocked to use a Korean SIM. Discounts are possible for advance purchase (Klook, KT, LG U+, SK Telecom).
Jeju National University is part of the global eduroam network; visitors should check with their home institution to make sure their devices are set up to connect to eduroam (connecting to eduroam via Duke University).
Charging + Electricity
Korea uses F-type outlets; type “C” plugs (used in most of continental Europe and China) will also work. Type “A” plugs (used in North America and China) will need a socket adapter. Voltage is 220 at a frequency of 60Hz.
If the label on your device or charger indicates an input of 100-240V, 50/60 Hz, it can be used in every country in the world with a simple plug adapter. Most tablet/laptop/phone chargers fit into this category and only need a socket adapter. Certain electronics (hair dryers, electric razors) may require a voltage converter. If needed, mobile phone chargers can be found inexpensively at many stores such as EMart and Daiso.
Notes for international visitors
From April 1, 2023 to December 31, 2024, the Korean Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) is not required for stays of 90 days (or fewer) that are for tourism or business purposes for individuals who hold passports from the following:
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Canada
Denmark
Finland
France
Germany
Hong Kong
Italy
Japan
Macao
Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway
Poland
Singapore
Spain
Sweden
Taiwan
UK
US (including Guam)
For Chinese citizens: Individuals with a P. R. China passport may enter Jeju Island without a Korean visa if flying directly to Jeju from overseas. A Korean visa is needed if the flight will connect via Seoul or Busan.
