Based on experiences, is it better to deploy to Germany or Korea?

Been to both AORs, go to Germany

Been to both AORs go to Germany

I loved Korea!!! 1-72AR 1st Tank

Each area has its own rewards. Never been to Korea however I spent five years in Germany. Had a great time when I wasn’t in the field or working. Have had many friends in Korea the had very good experiences. Good luck to you.

If you get the chance do both - 2 different experiences. I spent a year on the "Z" and 2 months in Germany for training prior to Iraq. As our esteemed colleagues have posted, Germany is the better choice for travel and fun and food. Got my international drivers license there and didn't look back - wienerschnitzel & beer, baby!. Korea is more isolated due to its location and culture but is still a great experience. Besides, how often do you get to visit North Korea (that's me on the right, Pan Mun Jom 1992) Being of European ancestry, it is easier to relate to Europe. Korea provides some unique experiences in food and culture that are quite nice. Talk to the farmers drying their peppers on the sides of the roads, trade your MRE right in the in the field to the local vendor for hot Raman and a cold Coke. Taste winter Kimchi straight out of the ground (your mouth may never forgive you!) Shop where brand trademarks are meaningless. Plenty of Korean War monuments and sites to visit.