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Autumnal nighttime tours of Changdeok Palace to open Sept. 7

Autumnal nighttime tours of Changdeok Palace to open Sept. 7

The autumn nighttime guided tours of the ancient Changdeok Palace, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Seoul, will begin next month, the cultural heritage authorities said Thursday.

2023-08-17 11:44

Espresso coffee bars surge in number in Seoul as tastes evolve

Espresso coffee bars surge in number in Seoul as tastes evolve

Koreans drink around 353 cups of coffee every year, according to Hyundai Research Institute's latest report. The figure is a sharp rise from 291 cups in 2015 and 2.7 times more than the world's yearly average of 132 cups. People in the caffeine-loving nation have primarily consumed instant coffee packaged in stick-type pouches - more commonly known as “mix coffee” here - or i...

Lee Hae-rin | 2023-08-17 08:25

Exhibition at COEX lets South Jeolla Province showcase sea salt

Exhibition at COEX lets South Jeolla Province showcase sea salt

An annual exhibition at COEX in Seoul this week has become South Jeolla Province's chance to show off one of its representative products. That product is sea salt, produced by the evaporation of ocean water.

Ko Dong-hwan | 2023-08-15 08:25

Chinese tour groups start returning to Korea

Chinese tour groups start returning to Korea

Korea is expecting a large-scale return of Chinese travelers, as China announced the lifting of its ban on group tours to Korea last week after more than six years of economic sanctions.

Lee Hae-rin | 2023-08-13 16:21

China allows group tours to Korea after more than 6 years of restrictions

China allows group tours to Korea after more than 6 years of restrictions

China has lifted its ban on group tours to Korea after more than six years of unofficial and official sanctions, signaling the return of Chinese travelers, who used to make up the largest portion of visitors to Korea. The sudden relaxation of travel restrictions will likely lead to a boost in Korea's post-pandemic tourism industry.

Lee Hae-rin | 2023-08-10 16:00

Long but worthwhile journey to Azerbaijan

Long but worthwhile journey to Azerbaijan

BAKU - When I entered a small souvenir shop tucked in a back alley of the old part of Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, a group of Korean collegians were gushing over the craftsmanship of handmade items.

Cho Jae-hyon | 2023-08-06 13:20

Booking.com to offer 'Ultimate K-pop Experience in Seoul' in August

Booking.com to offer 'Ultimate K-pop Experience in Seoul' in August

Booking.com, a leading online travel platform, will offer one K-pop fan and their guest an unforgettable journey to Seoul in August.

Lee Hae-rin | 2023-08-03 08:24

Taste 'gwahaju,' Korea's traditional summer drink

Taste 'gwahaju,' Korea's traditional summer drink

Gwahaju, which means “liquor that gets you through the summer” in Korean, is a seasonal delicacy that has guided Koreans through the summer heat for centuries.

Lee Hae-rin | 2023-08-03 08:23

Argentine winery named world's best vineyard

Argentine winery named world's best vineyard

Hailing from Mendoza, Argentina, Catena Zapata was named the top winery in the World's Best Vineyards 2023. This list is renowned for spotlighting the cream of the crop of global wine tourism, offering more than just fine wines, showcasing destinations that deliver a comprehensive wine travel experience combining exceptional wine-tasting opportunities with quality accommodati...

Kwon Mee-yoo | 2023-07-31 14:24

Incheon airport introduces Smart pass facial recognition system

Incheon airport introduces Smart pass facial recognition system

A new biometric identification system using the facial features of travelers now substitutes for passports at Incheon International Airport, Korea's largest international air hub. The enhanced identification process started being used on July 27, the Incheon International Airport Corp. (IIAC) said, Friday.

Lee Hae-rin | 2023-07-31 08:25

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