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Hi everyone, I'm Oanh from Vietnam. I'm considering having a cosmetic procedure in Korea, but I'm really confused about how to calculate the total cost. Besides the procedure itself, I also need to factor in airfare, accommodation, food, and recovery days when I can't work. This scares me a bit because the cost could be much higher than expected.
I'd like to ask if anyone has experienced this situation before? How long should I prepare beforehand, and how many days should I stay there? I've heard some people say they need to stay 2-3 weeks for recovery, but I'm not sure if that's mandatory. Could someone share their experience on how they planned their trip from A to Z?
I'm also unsure whether I should contact the cosmetic clinics before or after arranging my flight and hotel. Everything seems to be a chain reaction, and I don't know the best order. I would be very grateful for any advice or experience you can share!
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I totally understand! I'm from Thailand and I'm worried too. The overall cost is giving me a headache thinking about flights, hotels, and free time. Good luck with your planning!
I also traveled from abroad, and my advice is to make a complete list of all expenses (airfare, accommodation, food, and losses during recovery) before consulting with the hospital. This way, you can clearly explain your budget to them, and they will help you plan your entire trip. I booked my hotel first and then contacted them, which allowed the hospital to schedule consultations and follow-up visits according to my dates, which I found to be more efficient!
Oan, I hope you're doing well! I was struggling with the same thing. Personally, I found it smoother to decide how many days you can stay first before contacting the clinic. Recovery times really vary depending on the type of treatment, so if you tell them "I plan to stay for X days" when you consult with them, they'll give you a more realistic schedule. I think it's easier to plan if you book your flights and hotel after you have a rough idea of how long you'll be staying. 😊
I'm also considering this and completely understand your concerns! I see you've planned very carefully; just contacting the places to ask more about the specific recovery time will give you a clearer picture of the total cost.