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Seochon: Not your typical neighborhood

/ Korea Times photo by Shim Hyun-chulSeochon residents open up traditional 'hanok' homes for weekend travelersBy Kwon Mee-yooThere was a colorful mixture of people gathered at the Gyeongbokgung Station Sunday for a tour of Seochon, a “hanok” neighborhood near Gyeongbok Palace that represents one of Seoul’s largest clusters of traditional Korean homes.Some were middle-aged or older, part of a generation with the collective memory to appreciate one of the few remaining testaments to the city being a 600-year-old metropolis.Others were bubbly youngsters dressed to be seen. There were even local residents, who already knew the neighborhood and its people inside and out, but decided it would be fun to tag along anyway.A view of Suseongdong Valley located at the foot of Mt. Inwang./ Photos by Park Sung-pyo, Korea TimesThe tour was part of the Open House Seochon project, which runs through this weekend, making some of the area’s famous houses and art studios accessible to visitors, aimed at improving the understanding as the neighborhood struggles to withstand the ru

May 9, 2013
Seochon: Not your typical neighborhood

Blending comfort and style

Today’s professionals are always strapped for time. Walking or biking to work is a great way to save time and keep in shape, but this would only be possible with the right shoes.More healthy and fashion-conscious office workers are opting to wear a variety of atheletic footwear.A guide to how to pick work-appropriate sneakers so you don’t look like you’re going to the gym.Sneakers by U.S. fashion designer Stella McCartney Athletic shoes making mark in workplaceBy Do Je-haeRemember U.S. actress Melanie Griffith in the 1988 film "Working Girl," trotting along Wall Street in a formal suit with a pair of white sneakers?The look may have caused some to cringe. But years later in Korea, it is not uncommon to find office people completing their work look with atheletic footwear.As the corporate world readjusts itself toward a more creative, employee-friendly environment, formal suits have become a thing of the past within some company settings. This gives room for flexibility in choosing office footwear, part

May 2, 2013By Do Je-hae
Blending comfort and style

Re-discovering Thailand's hidden treasure

Sapphire-blue ocean awaits in Khao Lak, Similan IslandsBy Yun Suh-youngKHAO LAK, Thailand ― Khao Lak, a coastal region 83 kilometers north from Phuket International Airport, is bravely recovering from its scarred past.The Khao Lak region, boasting of its sapphire-blue beaches, stretches 20 kilometers along the Andaman Sea coastline.The beautiful scenery caught from any angle along the coastline, however, has a heartbreaking past.It was the hardest-hit region in Thailand when the tsunami hit in 2004 and killed over 4,000 people and left thousands injured. Aside of locals, many of the deceased were Europeans and Scandinavians as the region has been and still is their favorite holiday destination.View of the waters at Island 8 of the Similan IslandsNearly a decade after the painful memory, the region seems to have fully recovered, drawing more tourists into the region than in the past.Its rebound began around 2005 when hotels and other businesses began resuming operation. The tourism industry gradually started to pick up activity. In 2006, the region hosted 1 million travelers, but

May 2, 2013
Re-discovering Thailand's hidden treasure

Lotte's fitness and spa has new look

The swimming pool at the new gym and spa at Lotte HotelOn May 1, the Lotte Hotel in Sogong-dong will open a newly renovated fitness center and spa. The new gym and spa, Lotte Hotel Fitness & Spa, comprises of two floors — the third and the fourth — of the hotel’s main building.The hotel has carried out extensive renovations including a new look and facilities in its indoor swimming pool, gym, golf range and sauna.Lotte Hotel Seoul, which has operated the leading fitness club in Korea, will also add the high-end spa brand Lotte Hotel Sulwhasoo SPA. The fitness and spa is currently accepting new 10-year memberships. For more information, call(02)317-7301 or 317-7390.

Apr 25, 2013

Sunday brunch at Cafe Atrium

Hot pancakes are among the menu at Atrium Cafe available during SundayBrunch buffet that will be held through June 30 at Grand Hilton. By Kim Ji-sooUnpredictability has been thy name, the weather in Korea lately.They say it’s the affect of global warming and all that. But the soil and the fauna of the land do seem to remember that we are now nearing the month of May, the month where the verdant hue blankets the nation to bring relief and relish.Why not enjoy a Sunday brunch with loved ones in the verdant days to come.The Grand Hilton Seoul, which is located near the famed Mt. Bukhan in Hongje-dong, Seoul, offers a Sunday Brunch special at its Atrium Café.Brunch has become popular in Korea, as more people seek leisure and relaxation during the weekend with the onset of the five-working days.As the warm spring sunlight pours through the Atrium’s glass skylight, there will be a selection of 18 kinds of salads, soups, cheeses and morning bread.There are also diverse main menus that will be cooked to order with sausage, smoked salmon with hot mustard and onion Knis

Apr 25, 2013
Sunday brunch at Cafe Atrium

How design is changing the reading experience

Libraries, bookstores evolving into creative spacesBy Yun Suh-youngLibraries and bookstores, which have always been central in fostering an appreciation of knowledge, acquire an even more critical role in the age of lifelong learning. It’s also true they have never been confused for fun and hip places: take a girl to the library on a first date and you probably won’t have a second one.However, this boredom is beginning to be deconstructed, thanks to the creative input of young and imaginative artists. The result is a full-blown reshaping of the reading experience. Libraries and bookstores are no longer just functional spaces, but havens for culture and social interaction.It’s not just the architecture and interior that are being redesigned ― the changes are just as dramatic on the content side. Libraries, once the one-stop destination for all types of reading, are becoming increasingly specialized to meet the needs and speed of modern life. The way books are arranged and categorized is beginning to change as well.The Hyundai Card Design Library, located in Bukc

Apr 25, 2013
How design is changing the reading experience

Celebrate being a child, a parent

Magician Lee Eun-gyul will perform on Children’s Day at Sheraton Grande Walkerhill in Gwangjang-dong, Seoul.By Kim Ji-sooIn Korea, May is the month of the family. Children’s Day falls on May 5 and Parent’s Day on May 8.If you happen to be in the capital, hotels in the area have prepared some ways to mark these dates.Kids relish in the multi-colored balls at Orangerie at the Millennium Hilton Seoul.The Millennium Seoul Hilton will host a Children’s Day buffet on May 5 at the Grand Ballroom. Featuring children’s favorite dishes and face painting and a balloon show, the buffet is priced at 70,000 won for adults and 45,000 won for children. Il Ponte, the hotel’s Italian restaurant, will host a free “bake-your-pizza” party during lunchtime for children aged 12 and under. Each child must be accompanied by an adult diner. For more information, call (02) 317-3075.Sheraton Seoul D Cube City in Guro-gu, Seoul, offers a “Pororo Adventure Package” a one-night stay for family guests through Dec. 19. The hotel is taking advantage of

Apr 25, 2013By Kim Ji-soo
Celebrate being a child, a parent

Hotel Lobby

Millennium Seoul HiltonThe Millennium Seoul Hilton’s International buffet restaurant Orangerie presents Indian cuisine for the month of May. Esteemed Chef Sanjay Tyagi from the famous Umerkot Indian Fine Dining Restaurant in Bangalore will offer his culinary talent and expertise for the event.Diners will get the chance to experience some 20 hot and cold Indian dishes. Indian desserts will also be on offer. Indian cuisine is as diverse as its culture, geography and climate, and is distinguished by its sophisticated use of herbs and spices.The Orangerie lunch buffet is priced at 64,000 won for adults and 38,400 won for children aged 12 and under.  The dinner buffet is priced at 69,000 won for adults and 41,400 won for children aged 12 and under (tax and service charge inclusive). For more information, call (02) 317-3143.Ritz-Carlton SeoulThe Ritz-Carlton Seoul will hold a sushi promotion “The Art of Sushi” starting May 1 at the Omakase counter in its Japanese restaurant Hanajono.The word “omakase” means to leave it up to the chef to make all

Apr 18, 2013
Hotel Lobby

The portable museum

How technology continues to reshape museum experienceBy Kwon Mee-yooThe mobile Internet era has dramatically changed the way people work, play and communicate. It is now beginning to influence the access and consumption of art as museums and galleries compete to provide new software applications and other interactive programs for touch-screen smartphones and tablets.With its sophisticated mobile website the Korean Art Museum Association allows mobile users to enjoy works of artistic excellence without missing out on the beautiful spring weather.The website also provides useful location-based functions that help the user find the nearest art museum along with a brief description of each institution and what is currently being exhibited there. The service is only available in Korean for the moment, but a version in English is being considered.Other decent mobile applications include "Mu:um’’ and "Artday,’’ where the latest exhibitions are frequently updated along with in-depth information about Korean artists. An increasing number of museums and galleries a

Apr 18, 2013
The portable museum

'Visit JW Marriott throughout your life'

The signature lobby of JW Marriott Seoul Gangnam, near Shinsegae Department Store and Banpo Bus Terminal.Richard Saul, general manager of JW Marriott SeoulBy Kim Ji-sooJW Marriott Seoul in Gangnam has been reinforcing the main tenets of Marriott culture that helped it win several awards last year.In March, the hotel announced that it received the Aon Hewitt Consulting’s 2013 Best Employer Award. It also won recognition for best environment for women to work in.“The way that the hotel was set up was that we’ve brought a lot of Marriott ways and values which by nature is about diversity, gender and fairness ... and over the years, this has been continuously reinforced,” said Richard Saul, as a way of explaining the reason behind the award.The 48-year-old general manager explained that these core Marriott ways are critical as the hotel aims to become the best or one of the best in Korea.“We really want to drive the luxury that is the JW Marriott. Luxury not in the material sense but in the level of service. We will try to elevate the level of service so tha

Apr 18, 2013By Kim Ji-soo
'Visit JW Marriott throughout your life'
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