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Hotel Lobby

 W Seoul-WalkerhillThe W Seoul-Walkerhill’s WooBar offers unique wedding ceremony highlighting the bride and groom’s personalities.The first bar wedding was held under the “Red Carpet Bride” concept where the dress code was that befitting the red carpet. For senior guests who may be unfamiliar with the new wedding style, the Great room was prepared separately for them. The wedding party was accompanied by a musical performance and a W style after-party.For information call (02)2022-0000 or wseoul@whotels.com.Renaissance Seoul The Renaissance Seoul Hotel offers a special restaurant promotion to mark its 25th birthday through Aug. 31. The Steakhouse Manhattan Grill, Korean restaurant Sabiru, Chinese restaurant Kabin and Japanese restaurant Irodori offers special set menus for lunch, dinner and weekends at an affordable price from 35,000 won to 88,000 won so that not only business guests but also family guests can enjoy dining during the summer holiday period. At the buffet restaurant Café Elysee, white and red wine is provided unlimited by

Jul 25, 2013
Hotel Lobby

Grand Hilton Seoul hosts Oktoberfest

A scene from the Oktoberfest at the Grand Hilton in this 2011 file photo./ Courtesy of Grand HiltonThe Grand Hilton Seoul will host Oktoberfest, one of Germany’s most famous annual event, on Sept. 7.The floor of the hotel’s Convention Center will be transformed into a joyful festival brimming with traditional German food and beers. The Oktoberfest, held since 1810, is a 16-day festival held annually in Munich in Germany running from late September to the first weekend in October. Those attending will be able to taste popular German beer including Berentzen, Beck’s and Cass, as well as Jagermeister, tea and the other beverages.The German Band “The Paulaner,” will be invited from Germany to perform during the event. Staffers will be wearing traditional German costumes with decorations recreated to match the original fest.There will also be diverse games such as a beer drinking contest, nailing game and dancing time. A raffle draw will also take place, where lucky winners can take home great prizes such as airline tickets, hotel coupons, Ferrari by Logic3&r

Jul 25, 2013
Grand Hilton Seoul hosts Oktoberfest

Take splash or cruise on Han

Enjoy a ride on a yacht on the Han River, during the summer days or under the romantic moonlight with a summer package at Conrad Seoul. / Courtesy of Conrad SeoulBy Kim Ji-soo Sultry, humid and sizzling summer is in full development in Seoul, and the only thing that seems to cool things down is water.Hotels in Seoul have grasped this concept and are offering a chance to experience water in diverse forms.The Conrad Seoul is introducing a weekend package that will allow guests to cruise along Han River on a yacht when they stay at the hotel. The “Moon River Sailing’” Package includes a one night in deluxe room and a yacht riding departing from Seoul Marina.A night stay in spacious and refined Deluxe Room provides a comfortable bed with great customer-oriented services. Let’s not miss this romantic weekend deal for luxurious relaxation at the Conrad Seoul and glamorous yacht-riding provided by Seoul Marina Club & Yacht.The yacht operates from 7:30 p.m. through 9 p.m. every Saturday. A shuttle will be provided if there are two or more guests. The package

Jul 25, 2013
Take splash or cruise on Han

Revisiting the 'forgotten war'

Delegates sign the Korean Armistice Agreement that paused the three-year Korean War in the truce village of Panmunjom. Gen. W. K. Harrison, Jr., left table, and North Korean Gen. Nam Il, right table, sign documents on July 23, 1953. It took effect on July 27.Armistice exhibition raises doubts about new museumVisitors to the National Museum of Korean ContemporaryHistory can view documents relevant to the Korean War./ Courtesy of National Museum of Korean Contemporary HistoryBy Do Je-haeThe Lee Myung-bak administration kicked out the culture ministry to build a new museum in its place five years ago, resulting in establishment of the National Museum of Korean Contemporary History last December in central Seoul.The purpose of the $41.3 million museum, as the officials put it, is to honor the economic and social achievements of modern Korea. The seven-story museum will eventually house 43,000 items in a collection that represents Korea’s economic and social transformations since 1876. Despite a free admission system and good location in the heart of Gwanghwamun area, the museu

Jul 25, 2013By Do Je-hae
Revisiting the 'forgotten war'

Karon: A traveler's secret nestled in one of the world's most crowded summer vacation destinations

A view from Mosquito IslandBy Jung Min-ho PHUKET, Thailand ― Karon beach has never gotten as much as attention as its neighbor Patong, a region that is most internationally-known as “Phuket” with numerous hotels and bars along the busy seashore.But Karon ― located about an hour from Phuket International Airport and 15 minutes from Patong ― offers greener water, cleaner sand and a much quieter path for tourists who do not need glitzy nightlife for their vacation other than just a few beers.Unlike Patong, which is always crowded with shops and street vendors, there is little development directly on Karon beach. It is the perfect place to spend time with family rather than friends. But don’t worry; in case you change your mind for a fancy party at night, there are always taxis available with less than 400 bahts ($13) to Patong. A couple watch the sunset at “Viewpoint 2” which is one of the three viewpoints from the top of the mountain at Phi Phi Islands./ Korea Times photos by Jung Min-hoLess development does not mean less options to eat ― go

Jul 18, 2013
Karon: A traveler's secret nestled in one of the world's most crowded summer vacation destinations

The Beach Special

/ Hamdeok Seowubong Beach in Jeju IslandKorea’s best beaches: Travel reporters’ picksBy Yun Suh-youngWhile the dreadful monsoon season keeps us running for shelter, we are all waiting for the clouds to clear so we can bolt for the beaches.Weather forecasters predict it will be ripe to head to the beaches in a week or two. The challenge then will be to find places that are beautiful, comfortable and aren’t packed with more people than a college bar.But don’t worry: our travel reporter has done the work for you. Here is a list of some of the country’s lesser-known beaches that each have a claim on being called the country’s best. / Korea Times photo by Yun Suh-young1. Hamdeok Seowubong Beach – Jeju Island The beach is located near Daemyung Resort in Hamdeok-ri, Jocheon-eup, about 19 kilometers east of Jeju International Airport. The beach is about a five minute walk away from the resort. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the resort from the airport by car.There is emerald-color water that deserves to be described as mesmerizingly beautifu

Jul 18, 2013
The Beach Special

Celebrate children's birthdays at Renaissance Seoul

Children celebrating a birthday together via Kids Birthday Party Package offered by the Renaissance Seoul, in southern Seoul. / Courtesy of the hotelBy Huh Yoon-jinLocated in the bustling center of Gangnam, the Renaissance Seoul Hotel is offering a Kids Birthday Party Package for kindergarten and elementary school children.The package offers a dynamic program, including fun party activities such as face painting, a magic show, bubble show, and bouncing castle.  It also includes a lavishing food buffet with food such as hamburgers, French fries, grilled sausages, gimbap, mini pizzas, spaghetti, ice cream and a special birthday cake.If you are a busy parent, you do not have to worry. A party planner is on hand to look after the children during the activities.  If you want to enjoy the party together with your child, a special menu for parents and family are also available.Two Kids’ Menus priced at 27,000 won and 32,000 won per child and three choices of party activities priced at 750,000 won, 1.250 million won and 1.9 million won are available. Two adult menus are

Jul 11, 2013
Celebrate children's birthdays at Renaissance Seoul

HOTEL LOBBY

The Plaza HotelThe Plaza Hotel’s all-day dining buffet The Seven Square is holding a “Seven Continents Promotion” for the month of July.The concept of the Seven Continents Promotion is based on bringing the world’s cuisine, culture, history and future together. The promotion showcases representative dishes from the world’s seven continents, presenting more than 35 dishes from 28 countries.Menus will include Kangaroo Tail Stew from Australia, Escargot from France, Fish Ceviche from Peru, Vietnamese wrap Goi Cuon, Indonesian stir-fried rice Nasi Goreng, Philippine Adobo, Hummus and Falafel from Middle East, and Bobotie from South Africa.For more information, call (02) 310-7777.The W Seoul-Walkerhill The W Seoul-Walkerhill’s contemporary Japanese restaurant NAMU offers summer stamina dishes for healthier endurance in the sweltering heat.Chef Miyake Kazuya who has been newly recruited to the hotel this year presents seasonal food recreated in W style using two very popular “stamina recovering” ingredients: eel and croaker. Diverse eel

Jul 11, 2013
HOTEL LOBBY

Fraser Place Namdaemun opens

Enjoy the majestic view from Fraser Place Namdaemun’s Panorama Lounge located on the 16th floor of the premier serviced apartments and boutique residences.By Kim Ji-sooThe Fraser Place Namdaemun enjoys a privileged proximity in the huge metropolis that is Seoul.The premier serviced apartments and boutique residences are located near National Treasure No.1, Namdaemun, which stands majestically in the downtown area. The ancient gate of the Joseon Kingdom (1392-1910), also known as Sungnyemun, reopened after five years of restoration on May 4. The apartments are within walking distance of Namdaemun Market, one of the city’s largest outdoor markets and the shopping center of Myeong-dong.“We are seeing business clients that are visiting the city not only to launch new businesses but also to become part of a task force. They are staying from one month up to six months,” said Choe Peng-sum, CEO of Frasers Hospitality at a press conference held in Seoul, Monday.“At the same time, we have family travelers many of whom would like a home away from home,” he s

Jul 11, 2013By Kim Ji-soo
Fraser Place Namdaemun opens

When fools rushed in

Large-scale artworks are seen on the slopes of Alpensia Resort in PyeongChang, Gangwon Province, ahead of the PyeongChang Biennale later this month. / YonhapThe upcoming PyeongChang Biennale, apparently prepared in haste, is the latest in a growing list of biannual art festivals held across Korea. Regrettably, quantity has come at the cost of quality. The photo shows the works of sculptor Jo Sook-jin displayed at the “Chairs, Walk’’ exhibit, during the Cheongju International Craft Biennale in 2011./ Korea Times fileMany biennales being rendered irrelevant By Kwon Mee-yooAre there too many art festivals with no unique aim? This has become a relevant question with Korea seemingly adding a biennale, or biannual art festival, year after year.The 18-year-old Gwangju Biennale is the oldest event and remains the most relevant one. PyeongChang Biennale (PCB), which debuts later this month, is the newest addition that will be born astride an identity crisis.The slopes of PyeongChang’s massive Alpensia Resort have been decorated with large-scale, site-specific

Jul 11, 2013By Kwon Mee-yoo
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