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Remembering his voice and smile

DAEGU - The recent controversy surrounding the death of Kim Kwang-seok’s daughter has left many young people, especially foreigners, with one big question: who is he? Kim was a singer-song writer who had a voice like no one else’s. For about 10 years from the mid-80s, he sang the songs that touched the hearts of many - and died young.

Hotel & Travel | 2017-10-26 09:03

Riga's Old Town boasts cultural diversity

RIGA, Latvia - The picturesque Latvian capital has such a rich cultural heritage that one can easily discover diverse architectural styles, from Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque cathedrals to art nouveau. In particular, Riga’s Old Town, or Old Riga, is full of medieval charm and some of its cultural assets date back to the 13th century. This calm, small and beautiful Baltic tow...

Hotel & Travel | 2017-10-19 16:31

[INTERVIEW] Activists reveal Jeju's dark history

Jeju Island is Korea’s most popular tourist destination. However, Baek Ga-yoon and Kang Eun-joo, co-representatives of Jeju Dark Tours, say little is known about the island’s dark history. Jeju Dark Tours, a civic group, provides information about tragedies that took place among the island’s well-known tourist attractions. “Tourists love Hamdeok Beach, but they usually don’t ...

Hotel & Travel | 2017-10-18 15:57

US-bound passengers face tougher security interviews at airports

Those planning to fly to the United States had better hurry to the airport early so as not to miss their flight. Airlines advise them to arrive at least four or five hours earlier than the departure time beginning Oct. 26, since they have to go through a security interview at the airport amid growing concerns over terrorist attacks. According to the Ministry of Land, Infrastr...

Hotel & Travel | 2017-10-17 11:10

Korean airlines to impose higher fuel surcharges on int'l routes next month

[My Seoul Story] A personal tour of Korea's cultural past

I discovered the Museum of Shamanism in typical “small world” fashion, while my cousin visited me in Korea in the ...

Hotel & Travel | 2017-10-12 19:01

Hilton Busan boasts unique ocean view

BUSAN _ With a growing number of Koreans opting to spend their vacations abroad, Hilton Busan boasts a unique ocean view that may help change their minds and get them to choose Busan as their travel destination. The 10-story loft hotel is especially distinguished with three swimming pools, which was unprecedented before it opened on July 1 in Gijang County on the outskirts of...

Hotel & Travel | 2017-10-12 16:18

No. of Incheon airport passengers hits record high

A record number of travelers flocked to Incheon International Airport on the first day of this year’s 10-day Chuseok break. According to Incheon International Airport Corp. (IIC) Saturday, 114,746 passengers used the airport to fly Saturday, surpassing 109,918, the previous record set on July 30.

Hotel & Travel | 2017-10-01 16:05

Nationwide discount events spice up Chuseok holiday

Chuseok is one of the best times of the year to go shopping, with the Korea Sale Festa offering plenty of bargain opportunities. The event runs from Sept. 28 to Oct. 31, in the hope it will boost domestic demand with the Korean retail industry struggling from a sharp drop in Chinese tourists amid Beijing’s economic sanctions over the deployment of THAAD. The government has sp...

Hotel & Travel | 2017-10-01 15:56

Chuseok a 'golden period' to find new job

A town where Christianity was reborn

WITTENBERG, Germany - Five hundred years ago, Martin Luther promulgated his 95 theses and criticized the Roman Catholic Church for its theological errors and institutional sins. He nailed his proposals to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg and stood up against religious leaders who claimed money could reduce God’s punishment for sins. His intention was never to break...

Hotel & Travel | 2017-09-28 17:39

Berlin's four most photogenic spots

BERLIN - Berlin may not be the world’s most photogenic city, perhaps because of decades of division and scars from two major 20th century wars. But some parts of the German capital will surely fascinate you from time to time. The Korea Times has put together a list of the four best photo spots.

Hotel & Travel | 2017-09-21 16:25

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