Booking
How to Book a Private Photographer in Seoul: Step-by-Step
What happens between "I'd love photos in Seoul" and the day of your shoot.
Booking a photographer in another country can feel uncertain. Who will you meet? When do you pay? What if your plans change?
Here is exactly how booking works with Ashlee Seoul Snap, from your first request to the day of your session. In short: you send a request, Ashlee checks the details personally, you pay through a secure PayPal link, and your booking is confirmed.
Before you book: three quick decisions
1. Your package. Choose by the number of people:
| Package | People | Duration | Edited photos | Clips | Price per booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quick in Seoul | 1–2 | 30 min | 15 | 3 | $190 USD |
| Solo in Seoul | 1 | 60 min | 25 | 5 | $290 USD |
| Us in Seoul | 2 | 90 min | 40 | 10 | $420 USD |
| Family in Seoul | 3–5 | 90 min | 55 | 15 | $490 USD |
2. Your route. Pick one of the four standard routes: Bukchon & Samcheong-dong, Deoksugung & Jeong-dong, Gyeongbokgung & Gwanghwamun, or Suwon Hwaseong Haenggung & Haenggung-dong. Not sure? The guide to four Seoul photo routes compares them.
3. Your preferred date and time. Sessions are daytime only. You can choose morning (9:00–12:00), early afternoon (12:00–14:00), afternoon (14:00–17:00) or flexible. All times are Korea Standard Time (KST, UTC+9).
Step 1: Send your request
Fill in the booking form with your package, route, preferred date and time, and any notes, such as children's ages or a hanbok rental you've planned.
Submit the form and your request goes straight to Ashlee. You'll receive a confirmation email that it has arrived. Please book at least two days ahead (counted on the Seoul calendar).
Sending the form is a request, not a confirmed booking. Nothing is charged at this stage.
Step 2: Ashlee checks the details
Ashlee personally reviews:
- Availability on your date and time.
- The route rules for that day. For example, Gyeongbokgung is closed on Tuesdays and Deoksugung on Mondays.
- Any extra costs, such as admission tickets, permits or a special location.
You'll get a reply by email. You can ask questions directly, and you're talking with the person who will actually take your photos.
Step 3: Pay with a secure PayPal link
Once you agree on the details, you'll receive a PayPal payment link in USD. Your booking is confirmed only after payment is complete. Card details are handled by PayPal and are never seen or stored by Ashlee.
Step 4: Meet on the day
You'll meet at the agreed point on your route. The session time includes walking and short breaks between nearby spots. If you arrive late, the session still ends at the scheduled time, so plan a little buffer for the subway and for finding the meeting point.
Step 5: Receive your photos and clips
Your edited photos and short vertical clips arrive through a private download link within 4 business days after your session. If you add an edited highlight video, it follows within 2 weeks.
If your plans change
- 7 days or more before: full refund.
- 3–6 days before: 50% refund.
- Less than 72 hours before: no refund.
- You can reschedule once for free up to 72 hours before your session, subject to availability.
Read the full booking and cancellation policy before paying.
Frequently asked questions
How far in advance should I book a photographer in Seoul?
With Ashlee Seoul Snap, requests need to be at least two days ahead on the Seoul calendar. Spring and autumn are popular, so earlier requests give you more choice of dates and times.
Do I pay when I send the booking form?
No. The form is a request. You pay only after Ashlee has checked availability, route rules and any extra fees, using a secure PayPal link in USD.
Can I talk to the photographer before booking?
Yes. Your request goes directly to Ashlee, who replies by email and will be the photographer at your session.
What time zone are session times in?
All session times are in Korea Standard Time (KST, UTC+9). Sessions are daytime only.