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Mon, October 22, 2018 | 17:41

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Thailand bans overnight tourists on Similan islands

First Boracay in the Philippines, then Maya Bay in Thailand. Now another famous Thai tourist destination, Similan islands, appears to have become a victim of its own success. In recent years, a huge influx of visitors to the Similan islands has polluted once-crystal-clear waters and seriously damaged marine ecosystems.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-10-22 14:27

By Kang Seung-wooThe Grand Hyatt Seoul offers 'sweet and grand' experience The Grand Hyatt Seoul is introducing the Suite in Grand room package until Christmas Eve.It offers a suite room, complimentary bottle of wine and Jo Malone gift box to help create a romantic and luxurious experience. The promotion also includes a 50,000-won food and beverage credit, which can be used a...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-10-18 16:57

Various events courting Halloween lovers

Just two weeks ahead of Halloween weekend, hotels in Korea are gearing up to lure Halloween buffs to their properties with various programs and events. Breaking out of the early days of booze-ups, they are providing Halloween-themed promotions tailored to customers' needs ranging from private parties to new menus.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-10-18 14:46

98% of visitors to Korea intend to return, survey shows

Nearly 98 percent of inbound travelers intend to visit South Korea again and 96 percent returned home with good feelings about the country, a survey showed Monday. The Visit Korea Committee released the figures based on a survey of 34,000 visitors in Seoul's five major tourist destinations - Dongdaemun, Mount Nam, Myeong-dong, streets near Hongik University and Namdaemun - fr...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-10-15 14:31

Greece bans overweight tourists from riding donkeys

Greece has banned overweight tourists from riding donkeys on the island of Santorini after activists complained that the animals suffer spinal injuries. According to local media Wednesday, the country's Ministry of Rural Development and Food has published a new set of regulations to protect the donkeys.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-10-11 15:38

South Korea has 3rd most powerful passport

South Korea has the third most powerful passport in the world, according to the latest study by law firm Henley & Partners. The 2018 Henley Passport Index Ranking showed Tuesday that the country's passport allows holders to travel freely to 188 countries and territories.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-10-11 14:29

Brian Harris has been appointed as the new general manager of the Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas. The American, who's logged over 20 years of experience in the luxury hotel sector, has held positions with the Park Hyatt, Grand Hyatt and Hyatt Regency. Most recently, he held a dual role as the resident manager at the Hotel Mulia Senayan and the Suites at Hotel Mulia Senay...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-10-11 13:49

Trip.com offers Korean-customized services

Trip.com, Asia's largest online travel agency, has unveiled Korean-focused services amid the country's growing presence in the global travel market. The announcement came at a press conference in Seoul, Wednesday, held by the Chinese travel agency to mark the first anniversary of its rebranding from Ctrip.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-10-11 13:45

Korean tourist dies while snorkeling in Egypt

A Korean tourist, 33, died while snorkeling off Dahab beach in Egypt last month. According to Koreans living in the area Tuesday, the man went snorkeling “20 to 30 meters” off the coast with other tourists on Sept. 28.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-10-10 13:46

In search of lost part of Haecho's essay on Silk Road

I took a trip to the Silk Road to find Wangochonchukukjon or “Journal of Five Nations in India,” written by Silla Kingdom monk Haecho in the early 8th century.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-10-09 17:22

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