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Lotte New York Palace picked as top 20 hotel for holidays

Lotte Hotels and Resorts, Korea's largest hotel chain, has expanded its presence in the U.S. market with its Lotte New York Palace which become one of the top 20 properties for the holiday season.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-12-06 18:49

By Kang Seung-wooIce rink returns to Grand Hyatt SeoulThe Grand Hyatt Seoul has opened its ice-skating rink for the winter.Celebrating its 22nd season, the swimming pool-turned-rink accommodates up to 150 skaters across its 1,100-square-meter surface, and is open daily throughout the winter. To celebrate the occasion, the Grand Hyatt offers a Propose on Ice promotion, among o...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-12-06 18:49

US woman sues Hilton for $100mn over nude shower video

A Chicago woman is suing Hilton Worldwide for $100 million saying that she was filmed naked in the shower by a hidden camera while a hotel guest -- in footage uploaded with her name onto multiple porn sites. The unnamed plaintiff sued the hotel giant for negligence citing "severe and permanent psychological injuries," "severe mental anguish, emotional distress and other damag...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-12-06 17:08

South Cape more than just luxury golf course

South Cape Spa and Suites at the southern tip of the Korean Peninsula is a constant temptation for the nation's golfing community. Its scenic setting and ocean views on all 18 holes have established it as one of the top 100 golf courses in the world - the lone Korean presence on the list.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-12-06 13:17

Korean travelers looking more at Portugal, Hungary

South Korean tourists' interest grew the most for Portugal and Hungary over the past year, although Japan, Vietnam and other nearby Asian nations remained steady picks, according to a travel fare website. Skyscanner analyzed Internet searches on travel destinations from October last year to September this year and found that searches on Portugal increased 93 percent compared ...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-12-05 09:44

Korean believed drowned in Myanmar

According to Korea's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Myanmar's media reports, the tourist, 45, surnamed Heo, went missing on Nov. 21 while floating on inner tubes in the Namtu River. She was on a group tour at Hsipaw Township, Shan State, with four other travelers and a local guide. Citing witnesses, a police sergeant said Heo suddenly “disappeared beneath the water.” An Ital...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-12-03 13:45

The old man and the bus terminal

Tapri Bus Terminal, a small rural terminal in Uiseong, North Gyeongsang Province, 260 kilometers from Seoul, has seen better days. The place, once crowded with commuting students and vendors with their hands full of bottari (cloth wrappings tied into bundles) carrying grains and fruit to sell in Daegu's large Seomun Market, is now a desolate and quiet place where only a few e...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-11-29 18:12

La Casa Hotel Gwangmyeong opens casual dining restaurant [PHOTOS]

La Casa Hotel Gwangmyeong, on the outskirts of Seoul, has opened a new restaurant offering a range of casual dining, wine and alcoholic/non-alcoholic drinks at reasonable prices, in a cozy and private five-star hotel atmosphere.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-11-28 13:58

Sixteen Lotte hotels across the nation will launch a UNICEF package that will help support quality education for children in 11 Asian countries.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-11-22 16:50

British florist brings Xmas magic to L'Escape

When L'Escape Hotel, the first stand-alone brand of Shinsegae Chosun Hotel, reached out to London-based flower designer Tony Marklew two years ago to create decorations for its grand opening this July, he jumped at the chance to make his first trip to Korea.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-11-22 16:49

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