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Wed, July 24, 2019 | 08:03

South Cape Golf and Suite has launched a Cliff House package allowing guests to host intimate private events such as bridal showers and birthday parties. Cliff House is a luxury villa of the resort, located in Namhae, South Gyeongsang Province, and under the package, up to eight guests can be accommodated after events for a stay and the resort offers a 10 percent discount on ...

Kang Seung-woo | 2019-06-05 20:22

[INTERVIEW] Wounded soul makes Qatar second home

For TV personality and actress Lee Merry, the past two months have been a nightmare. She has deemed herself a victim of fake news. Lee's tribulations began in March when actress Yoon Ji-oh released her memoir “13th Testimony” about her memories of fellow actress Jang Ja-yeon and her tragic death in 2009 after she was forced to have sexual relationships with several influentia...

Kang Hyun-kyung | 2019-06-04 15:42

Hilton properties in Korea celebrate brand's centennial

The Hilton brand, having first opened its doors to the public in 1919, is celebrating its 100th year of operation, and five Hilton properties in Korea are hosting a range of events, campaigns and community activities to join the centennial celebration and express appreciation to customers over the past 100 years.

Kang Seung-woo | 2019-05-30 09:25

The Kolon Seacloud Hotel, located right in front of the famous Haeundae Beach, has come up with several promotions for those who want to enjoy early summer in Busan.

Kang Seung-woo | 2019-05-29 09:02

Like mother, like son

Cho Yoon-sun, 58, has shown up to her stall at Gwangjang Market every single day for more than a decade to cook kalguksu, or knife-cut noodles, to support her family which was once deep in debt.

Kang Seung-woo | 2019-05-24 15:31

The Le Meridien Seoul, a European-style hotel, has come up with its Chef the Grill, an annual outdoor grill dining experience. The seasonal promotion offers guests an exceptional chance to showcase their skills as barbecue chefs for the night, using the finest ingredients handpicked by master chefs from its buffet Chef's Palette.

Kang Seung-woo | 2019-05-23 18:50

Hana Tour helps multicultural students

Jo Seong-jun, a naturalized Korean born in China, never thought about pursuing a career in the tourism industry when he was a high school student - despite his keen interest. There was no information, no reference materials and no one that he could rely on in terms of career counseling at the time, according to the 21-year-old.

Kang Seung-woo | 2019-05-23 14:51

Plant-filled bookstore provides comfy community space for local people

Daeruk Books, a local bookstore located in Dongjak area in Seoul, is an exemplary case showing how “planterior” works. The independent bookstore has been run by married couple Park Il-woo, 42, and Oh Seung-hee, 34, since 2015, who took over a local bookstore with a nearly 30-year history. Hundreds of books are exhibited and stacked in this clean, neat space, decorated with do...

Anna J. Park | 2019-05-16 17:38

'Planterior' emerges as new trend in interior design

Hong Kong beefing up summer promotions for Koreans

The Hong Kong Tourism Board has set its sights on female Korean tourists and those seeking to get the most bang for their buck for its summer promotion. The organization is appealing to the former with hip spots for eating, shopping and taking gorgeous photos, while it is also offering affordable deals for flights and hotels in partnership with airlines and properties.

Kang Seung-woo | 2019-05-16 16:25

Vista Walkerhill Seoul's Pizza Hill has launched a promotion featuring unlimited draft beer and a semi-buffet. The Pizza Hill Golden Night is an event held on the outdoor terrace of the pizza house from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. only on Thursday and Friday until Oct. 11.

Kang Seung-woo | 2019-05-16 10:31

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