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Thu, December 8, 2022 | 11:40

Seoul, Tokyo to increase flights on Gimpo-Haneda route to pre-pandemic level

Seoul, Tokyo to increase flights on Gimpo-Haneda route to pre-pandemic level

Korea and Japan have agreed to expand the number of flights on the Gimpo-Haneda route to the pre-pandemic level to meet recovering travel demand amid eased virus curbs, the transport ministry said Wednesday.

2022-12-07 17:09

Founder of Korea's first e-commerce platform creates AI-based travel app

Founder of Korea's first e-commerce platform creates AI-based travel app

Oh Hyuk, the founder of Korea's first e-commerce platform, Auction, plans to launch a new travel information application next year that uses artificial intelligence to recommend personalized itinerary to sightseers. Unlike existing travel information services, Oh's new platform, aptly named Les Vacances, aims to provide an A-to-Z guide - ranging from information on flights to...

Lee Hae-rin | 2022-12-07 09:14

Hoiana Residences ready to meet needs of visitors

Hoiana Residences ready to meet needs of visitors

Forget about Da Nang, one of Vietnam's top holiday destination for Koreans. Here comes Hoi An, a culturally rich heritage town that can satisfy the needs of travelers here in Korea who have suppressed their urge to travel during the COVID-19 pandemic and are itching to explore new hideaways.

Kang Seung-woo | 2022-12-01 16:19

'Kimchi ambassadors' recognize Korean staple food's global ascent

'Kimchi ambassadors' recognize Korean staple food's global ascent

Kimchi, a traditional Korean food of salted and fermented vegetables, is a staple in Korea, eaten at almost every meal. For Koreans, it is more than just a side dish loaded with diverse nutrients; it is also an emblem of the country's unique culture and identity. In 2013, kimchi-making, or “kimjang,” was inscribed in UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Her...

Dong Sun-hwa | 2022-11-24 08:30

Laotian village's timeless beauty, quiet charms entice travelers

Laotian village's timeless beauty, quiet charms entice travelers

LUANG PRABANG - “Here. This is an example of why the town of Luang Prabang was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site: a sublime juxtaposition of Laotian traditional architecture with a Western touch from the colonial era,” said Seo Jeong-seog, a veteran tour guide who has lived in Laos for 10 years. He pointed at the exterior facade of Wat Xieng Thong, or the Temple of t...

Lee Hae-rin | 2022-11-23 13:59

Celebrating Kimchi Day

Celebrating Kimchi Day

Today in Korea, people are celebrating Kimchi Day, to mark the staple dish of Koreans.

2022-11-22 13:35

'Kimchi ambassadors' recognize Korean staple food's global ascent

Korea Airports Corp. eyes deal to expand int'l airport in Laos

Korea Airports Corp. eyes deal to expand int'l airport in Laos

LUANG PRABANG - Korea Airports Corp. (KAC), which operates 14 airports nationwide, seeks to sign a partnership with the government of Laos to develop and expand the international airport in Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and enter the Southeast Asian market for airport management.

Lee Hae-rin | 2022-11-20 16:56

Laos seeks to acquire Korea Airports Corp.'s ESSG management know-how

Laos seeks to acquire Korea Airports Corp.'s ESSG management know-how

VIENTIANE - The Southeast Asian nation of Laos plans to enhance its airport services by implementing Korea's airport management know-how in environment, social, safety and corporate governance sectors and prepare its travel infrastructure for a post-pandemic tourism boom.

Lee Hae-rin | 2022-11-17 15:53

Hong Kong becomes battlefield for Shine Muscat grapes among Korea, Japan, China

Hong Kong becomes battlefield for Shine Muscat grapes among Korea, Japan, China

HONG KONG - Shine Muscat grapes - developed in Japan - are popular in Hong Kong. Despite their high price, the fruit is eaten for special occasions or given as a sign of respect. Hongkongers' fascination with Japan and its produce helped it dominate the market for this fruit. But with an increasing number of producers from South Korea and China now offering high-quality grape...

Park Ji-won | 2022-11-15 08:21

Farmers' decades of hard work transform rugged Gangwon terrain into scenic alpine village

Farmers' decades of hard work transform rugged Gangwon terrain into scenic alpine village

GANGNEUNG - As its name suggests, the highland village of Anbandegi, which stands 1,100 meters above sea level in the eastern coastal city of Gangneung, is known for its unique landscape. The name was coined from its distinct topography. Anbandegi is a combination of the Korean word, “anban,” meaning the concave wooden support used when pounding out rice cake dough and “degi,...

Lee Hae-rin | 2022-11-10 16:11

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