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Thais irked by strict Korean immigration procedures

Some Thai nationals are campaigning against visiting Korea and opting for other neighboring countries after a growing number of travelers from the Southeastern Asian country have been denied entry to Korea.

Nov 3, 2023By Lee Hae-rin

Thais irked by strict Korean immigration procedures

Korea, Thailand to hold consular talks amid complaints over immigration services for Thai nationals

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul receives 'Two Bottles' award from Gambero Rosso

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul’s modern Italian restaurant, Boccalino, received the "Two Bottles" award in recognition of this year's selection of top Italian restaurants by Gambero Rosso, Monday.

Nov 1, 2023By Lee Hae-rin

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul receives 'Two Bottles' award from Gambero Rosso

INTERVIEW Ananti at Gangnam offers characterful hideaway in trendy downtown area

Tucked away in the bustling heart of Seoul’s vibrant Gangnam District stands a lofty gray building that bears no sign, yet gives off a sense of serenity and undisturbed tranquility upon walking into the entrance.

Nov 1, 2023By Lee Hae-rin

[INTERVIEW] Ananti at Gangnam offers characterful hideaway in trendy downtown area

INTERVIEW Chef Park Seung-hun rides wave of K-culture to elevate Korean cuisine in Hong Kong

HONG KONG ― Hansik Goo, one of the top Korean fine dining restaurants in Hong Kong, introduces a seasonal journey through Korean cuisine in its autumn menu. The menu's centerpiece is Gaesal Jatjeuptang, created by the restaurant's soon-to-be head chef Park Seung-hun and founding chef Kang Min-goo. This standout dish is a harmonious blend of aromatic pine nut soup, wanja (meatball) of hairy crab, Korean zucchini and tofu, capturing the essence of the season in each bite.

Nov 1, 2023By Kwak Yeon-soo

[INTERVIEW] Chef Park Seung-hun rides wave of K-culture to elevate Korean cuisine in Hong Kong

KTO, Velocity Ventures sign MOU supporting Korean startups across Southeast Asia

The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) and Velocity Ventures, a Singapore-based capital company, agreed to a Strategic Innovation Partnership, under which the two sides will support companies working with the Korea Tourism Startup Center in Singapore to expand business across Southeast Asia.

Oct 26, 2023By Kang Seung-woo

KTO, Velocity Ventures sign MOU supporting Korean startups across Southeast Asia

Villages of Jeju, South Jeolla make it onto Best Tourism Villages list

Three Korean tourist sites ― the villages of Dongbaek and Sehwa on Jeju Island and Mosan in South Jeolla Province ― have been recognized by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) as among the world's Best Tourism Villages.

Oct 24, 2023By Dong Sun-hwa

Villages of Jeju, South Jeolla make it onto Best Tourism Villages list

Jeju Shinhwa World offers personalized staycations for all

JEJU ISLAND – Korea’s southern resort island of Jeju is renowned for its wonderful natural environment featuring translucent turquoise seas and hiking trails in mountainous and volcanic terrain.

Oct 19, 2023By Lee Hae-rin

Jeju Shinhwa World offers personalized staycations for all

Chinese tourists cry foul after being forced to shop in Korea

Chinese group tourists visiting Korea on package holidays are herded into stores and pressured to pay for optional tour programs by travel guides here, a lawmaker said, Wednesday.

Oct 18, 2023By Lee Hae-rin

Chinese tourists cry foul after being forced to shop in Korea

K-pop industry enriches Seongsu, 'Brooklyn of Seoul'

Eastern Seoul’s Seongsu-dong is one of the most tagged locations on Instagram and emerging as a trendy must-visit for young people.

Oct 12, 2023By Lee Hae-rin

K-pop industry enriches Seongsu, 'Brooklyn of Seoul'

Seoul's palaces welcome autumn with K-Royal Culture Festival

The vivid colors of fall will soon adorn the palaces of Seoul, providing a majestic backdrop for the 2023 Fall K-Royal Culture Festival, combining history, art and natural beauty.

Oct 6, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo

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