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Daemyung's Park Hotel opens doors

Daemyung Leisure Industry said Thursday it has opened a new hotel at the Vivaldi Park resort complex in Hongcheon, Gangwon Province. The Park Hotel, located at opposite end to Ocean World, a huge water park, is the first independent brand hotel introduced at the resort complex, which also features a ski slope, an equestrian club, a golf course and other tourist attractions.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-07-26 10:26

Lotte Hotel's Executive Tower to debut in September

The Lotte Hotel Seoul will reopen as the Executive Tower, Sept. 1, after a year-long renovation. The company started remodeling its building in July 2017, the second of its kind since its opening in August 1988 to offer a new standard in premium luxury hotels in the Gangbuk district like its sibling Signiel Seoul in Gangnam. In 2006, it went through its first renovation.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-07-19 14:28

The L'Escape Hotel opened its doors, Thursday, seeking to become the nation's first urban French-style boutique property. It is the first independent brand of Shinsegae Chosun Hotel that also runs the JW Marriott Seoul and the Westin Chosun. Located in central Seoul, right behind Shinsegae Department Store, the 25-story hotel consists of 204 rooms of 10 types, including 80 su...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-07-19 14:01

Visitors soak up the mud at Boryeong [PHOTOS]

The Boryeong Mud Festival in South Chungcheong Province, one of the country's most popular summer festivals, will run through July 22. The festival provides a variety of activities for visitors to roll and splash in mud. Visitors can also register for mud wrestling, football, marathon and other games (www.mudtour.co.kr, phone: 041-932-2900).

Hotel & Travel | 2018-07-17 09:24

Sizzling weather grips Korea

By Kang Seung-wooJW Marriott promotes BLT Steak with wines The JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul has started the BLT Steak Night promotion.The package will be available only on Tuesdays and Fridays until Sept. 28.Its 89,000-won ($80) Tuesday edition features a Black Angus chuck roast, salad, its signature popovers and a glass of wine from France or Italy. Crepe souffle dess...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-07-13 10:21

JW Marriott Seoul to reopen next month

The JW Marriott Seoul is set to reopen on Aug. 20 after an eight-month renovation. The hotel closed for remodeling starting this year _ the first time since its opening in September 2000 _ under a joint project with Marriott International to bring the “genuine perfection of luxury” to Korea, and furthermore, Asia Pacific.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-07-12 16:19

Staycation packages luring holidaymakers

As more people are opting for relaxing staycations at local luxury hotels with the arrival of the holiday season, properties are keen on unveiling various promotions to attract more holidaymakers. They not only provide comfortable stays in spacious rooms, but also come up with fine dining, dynamic entertainment and even educational programs for children.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-07-12 16:17

Technology takes off: AI-powered robots help travelers at Incheon Int'l Airport

Fourteen artificial intelligence-powered robots will start roaming the bustling airport from July 21, guiding people who are lost and offering information on flight schedules, check-in procedures and other useful advice.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-07-12 13:51

[Korea by scooter] Anarchy in the DMZ

A new music festival was coming to Korea. And while the lineup for the first DMZ Peace Train Festival promised a great two days of live music, its remote location in Cheorwon County, Gangwon Province, only promised trouble.After interviewing festival co-organizer Lee Dong-yeon, I figured the best way to get there and back was on my own. So I leapt on my trusty yellow steed an...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-07-09 13:43

Novotel presents new concept to Dongdaemun

The Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels and Residences has officially opened its doors, hoping the hotel brand's first mixed-use property will help meet various needs in the saturated Korean hospitality industry. Plus, the “smart” hotel using KT's digital technology, is Novotel's 500th hotel in the world.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-07-05 14:23

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