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Saudi Arabia expects 53,000 Korean travelers this year

Saudi Arabia expects 53,000 Korean travelers this year

While seeking to establish itself as a global travel destination with a budget of $1 trillion for tourism in the next decade, Saudi Arabia plans to attract over 53,000 travelers from Korea this year, its travel authorities announced, Monday.

Lee Hae-rin | 2023-05-22 17:09

Modern Uzbekistan flourishes with historic relics

Modern Uzbekistan flourishes with historic relics

TASHKENT, SAMARKAND, Uzbekistan - Landing at Tashkent International Airport on a blindingly sunny afternoon, one can expect to feel the heat rising from baked asphalt under the strong sunlight and amid countless passing vehicles. Another local scene that somehow relieves the beholder of the grilling grey landscape is plush greenery from a surprisingly large number of trees al...

Ko Dong-hwan | 2023-05-18 09:00

[INTERVIEW] Hong Kong airport invites global travelers through 'World of Winners' campaign

INTERVIEWHong Kong airport invites global travelers through 'World of Winners' campaign

Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK), the operator of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), is aiming to attract global attention through its free air tickets giveaway campaign called “World of Winners.”

Lee Hae-rin | 2023-05-17 16:37

Argentine winemakers explore Korea's premium market

Argentine winemakers explore Korea's premium market

Argentina is one of the top winemaking countries in the world and is especially acclaimed for its Malbec wines. Known for their remarkable quality, Argentine wines are quickly becoming a favorite in Korea's burgeoning wine market.

Kwon Mee-yoo | 2023-05-14 11:38

Hong Kong airport to give away 24,000 air tickets to Korean travelers

Hong Kong airport to give away 24,000 air tickets to Korean travelers

Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) will give away over 24,000 sponsored economy-class round-trip tickets to travelers in Korea starting May 16, as part of a government campaign to boost tourism after the pandemic, the airport authority announced, Thursday.

Lee Hae-rin | 2023-05-11 16:27

Delta Air Lines introduces new Korean menu items

Delta Air Lines introduces new Korean menu items

Delta Air Lines unveiled nine new in-flight menu items for business class passengers traveling between Korea and the United States during the second quarter.

Lee Hae-rin | 2023-05-11 08:25

[INTERVIEW] Gyeonggi Tourism chief seeks to develop intercity network to bolster regional tourism

INTERVIEWGyeonggi Tourism chief seeks to develop intercity network to bolster regional tourism

Gyeonggi Province, in the vicinity of Seoul, is a popular one-day suburban getaway destination for Koreans thanks to its large number of attractions, but it is still off the beaten track for many foreigners.

Lee Hae-rin | 2023-05-11 08:22

Foreign tourists surprised by soaring food prices in Korea

Foreign tourists surprised by soaring food prices in Korea

Toey Suwat, a 45-year-old tourist from Thailand was surprised to find out how expensive dining out in Korea has become since her last visit three years ago.

Kim Jae-heun | 2023-05-04 17:23

Digital chefs to present gourmet food at Jeju's food festival

Digital chefs to present gourmet food at Jeju's food festival

Some 30 Korean and international chefs will arrive on the southern resort island of Jeju next week for the Jeju Food & Wine Festival (JFWF). During the 10-day event, they will team up with local gourmet restaurants and culinary school students to create new recipes with local ingredients.

Kang Hyun-kyung | 2023-05-04 13:30

[INTERVIEW] 'Storytelling is power for tourism growth': KTO chief

INTERVIEW'Storytelling is power for tourism growth': KTO chief

For Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) President Kim Jang-sil, one of his first and strongest memories of yearning to travel abroad was evoked upon listening to a German folk song taught in a middle school music class.

Lee Hae-rin | 2023-05-04 08:31

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