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Korea to establish Korea Center in New York City

South Korea will build an information center in New York City, a global hub of culture and the arts, by July 2020, the government said Monday. The Korean Culture and Information Service (KOCIS), which is affiliated with the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, said it will hold a ground-breaking ceremony for the facility, called the New York Korea Center, on Thursday.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-06-25 11:11

Korea shares tourism policy with developing countries

South Korea kicked off a forum Monday to share its tourism policy with developing countries as part of its efforts to help them nurture experts in the field, the government said.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-06-25 10:25

[Korea by scooter] Crossing Mungyeong Pass

It was time for a new scooter, and I found the perfect one at a great price. Only problem was, it was down in Daegu and I'm in Seoul. But rather than seeing that as a setback, I took it as a challenge. I skipped work for a day and caught a KTX south to meet the seller.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-06-23 10:56

Art of pizza acrobatics

Two-time acrobatic pizza world champion Pasqualino Barbasso shows off his dough-throwing skills at the Millennium Seoul Hilton's Italian restaurant Il Ponte, Thursday. The hotel will run the acrobatic pizza event until Tuesday. / Courtesy of Millennium Seoul Hilton

Hotel & Travel | 2018-06-21 19:56

JW Marriott brings luxury into Dongdaemun

When you think of Dongdaemun in Seoul, apart from its historical significance, the first impression characterizing the place may be the hustle and bustle of a textile and apparel wholesale market _ a perception that is distanced from luxury. Still, it remains one of the nation's best shopping districts selling cheaper clothes and other products for visitors as well as locals.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-06-21 16:15

Andaz hotel coming to Korea

The Andaz brand, an affiliate of Hyatt Hotels Corp., is set to make its long-awaited Korean debut in Gangnam District, southern Seoul next year. According to the U.S.-based multinational hospitality company, Thursday, the Andaz Gangnam will open next year in Apgujeong, a sub-unit of Gangnam; and the 241-room hotel will feature a lobby lounge, an all-day dining restaurant, lar...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-06-21 15:16

By Kang Seung-wooSeoul Dragon City holds BBQ fest In Style, an Asian live buffet restaurant at the Seoul Dragon City, offers barbecue from all over the world. Korea's first-ever lifestyle hotel-plex holds the “World BBQ Feast” until the end of August -- a promotion designed to offer diverse BBQ cuisine for those who are planning a “hotel vacation.”The ...

Hotel & Travel | 2018-06-21 10:44

Korea holds most int'l conferences last year

Korea has become the largest global conference organizer in the world for the second straight year, according to a global research institute, Sunday. The Union of International Associations (UIA) issued its latest Global Meetings Ranking and Korea ranked first after hosting 1,297 congresses out of 10,780 held across the world in 2017, accounting for 12.6 percent. In 2016, Korea also led the world with 997 events, taking up 9.5 percent.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-06-20 19:05

An exploration into Naju - South Jeolla Province's hidden gem

This past Saturday, 38 members (foreign and Korean) of the Korea Heritage Society traveled into the past when they visited the city of Naju - which is often called “Little Seoul.” Located in South Jeolla Province, this city is steeped with antiquity and culture and is one of those hidden gems foreign visitors rarely encounter.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-06-19 11:30

Seoul to limit visiting hours at hanok village

The Seoul Metropolitan Government will restrict tourists from visiting the popular Bukchon Hanok Village early in the morning and late at night, after residents protested against “disrespectful and excessive” tourism.

Hotel & Travel | 2018-06-17 15:38

Bukchon residents protest excessive tourism

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