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Daemyung seeking to lure global travelers

Daemyung Leisure Industry has been recognized as the No. 1 resort operator in Korea behind its leading quality of accommodations such as Vivaldi Park and Sol Beach. However, the company is not resting on its laurels as it is seeking to raise its profile in the global market with a variety of programs and approaches as well as its high-quality properties that it hopes will app...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-08-09 15:09

By Kang Seung-woo50% discount available at Shilla Jeju buffet The Shilla Jeju Hotel is offering children a 50 percent dinner discount at its signature buffet restaurant, the Park View, until Aug. 31, to celebrate summer vacation. Children who are eligible for the half-price discount are those aged from 3 years to 12 years. Plus, Jeju residents can also get 20 percent off the ...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-08-09 14:34

Oktoberfest returns to Grand Hilton Seoul

The Grand Hilton Seoul will celebrate the largest beer festival in the world -- Munich's Oktoberfest -- here in Seoul on Saturday evening, Sept. 8. Launched in 2007, the Grand Hilton Seoul's Oktoberfest has now become the property's signature festival, attracting more than 1,000 visitors every year and receiving rave reviews thanks to its local festive atmosphere and traditio...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-08-09 14:10

Foreigners spend 5.66 nights on average in Seoul

The number of nights that foreign guests stayed at hotels and other accommodations averaged 5.66 in the first half of the year, with 55.3 percent of them visiting the South Korean capital for recreation, fun and holidays, a survey showed Wednesday.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-08-08 11:31

Explore Seoul with EXO in your pocket

If you plan to visit Korea, you can now enjoy your tour with K-pop act EXO in your pocket. Seoul City, the Seoul Tourism Organization and SM Entertainment will sell special edition of “Discover Seoul Pass,” a card that provides a range of benefits for visitors, such as free admission to popular tourist attractions in Seoul.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-08-07 14:36

Empty rides, closed theme park attracts photographers to Yongma Land

Yongma Land, a closed amusement park at the east end of Seoul, is like a hidden gem of the capital, to be discovered by only those with knowing eyes. With no big promotions to advertise the place, visitors should do some online searching and walk 10 minutes uphill to reach this small theme park abandoned more than 20 years ago. Behind the rusty gate, a wear-and-tear merry-go-...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-08-03 16:42

Seamarq to host culture festival

The Seamarq Hotel is bringing back its annual festival to meet the growing appetite for cultural life among citizens who have fewer opportunities than Seoul residents. The property, located in the eastern coastal city of Gangneung, Gangwon Province, announced Thursday it will host the eight-day Seamarq Festival starting Saturday, featuring different yet high-quality performan...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-08-02 16:28

Energy-boosting foods top summer menus

As a record-breaking deadly heat wave sweeps the nation, local hotels are sold on offering summer-themed, energy-boosting foods. Eel, regarded as one of the major stamina foods in the hot weather here, is headlining every hotel restaurant's summer menu.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-08-02 16:21

By Kang Seung-woo Kensington Jeju unveils champagne promotion The Kensington Jeju Hotel provides the All That Sparty Package featuring two bottles of champagne from French fine winery Moet & Chandon.While enjoying the brand's special summer editions Moet & Chandon Ice Imperial and Chandon Summer, each ...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-08-02 15:15

Full of fun: Festival guide for August

The Busan Sea Festival has opened Aug. 1 every year since 1996 on various beaches in Busan, including Haeundae and Gwangalli. The festival in the country's largest port city consists of various programs and cultural performances showcasing the city's attractions. Festival events include the following: an international rock music festival, hip-hop and magic festivals, K-pop co...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-07-31 10:31

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