Sep 9, 2017

Seychelles to build on decadelong ties with Korea

Floating atop the Indian Ocean, the island nation of Seychelles has been a travel destination that boasts both scenery and culture, but has stayed under the radar in Korea for the most part due to accessibility and relative obscurity.“Ten years ago, when there was the idea to promote Seychelles in South Korea, no one had heard of it,” said Sherin Francis, CEO of Seychelles Tourism Board.Commemorating the 10th anniversary of its Korea office, the tourism board is looking to build on the budding r

Aug 30, 2017

[Photo News] Signs of fall in the sky in Seoul

Cool breeze and a clear sky signaled the arrival of fall in Seoul, South Korea, Tuesday. Daytime temperature dropped to an average of 18 degrees Celsius nationwide, creating an optimal weather for outdoor activities. A dry spell is anticipated in the following weeks. Photographed by Park Hyun-koo (phko@heraldcorp.com)

Aug 26, 2017

East and West coexist in steep Old Town Central of Hong Kong

Tradition and modernity meet to create new trends

Aug 26, 2017

[Around the Hotels] Promotions and packages

Wedding package at Millennium Seoul HiltonThe Millennium Seoul Hilton will offer a personalized wedding package designed to provide a once-in-a-lifetime experience for couples from Oct. 13 through Dec. 22. The package is for a minimum 100 guests and to be held after 5 p.m. on Fridays and Sundays. Various discounts are available for food, wine and decorations, among others. For more information, call the hotel’s Wedding Gallery at (02) 317-3431 or visit www.thehwedding.co.kr. Fruit desserts at Sh

Aug 26, 2017

[Travel Bits] Festivals, sights around Korea

Cultural Night Walk in JeonjuCultural Night Walk in Jeonju, a program selected by the Cultural Heritage Administration in a competition, offers visitors the chance to walk through hundreds of traditional Korean homes at the Jeonju Hanok Village under the moonlight.Highlights include a moonlight photography competition, traditional music, Jeonju traditional opera, a shadow orchestra and night views of Jeonju.The event is being held until Sept. 13. For more information, visit www.jeonju-night.kr f

Aug 19, 2017

[Travel Bits] Festivals, sights around Korea

Cultural Night Walk in Jeonju Cultural Night Walk in Jeonju, a program selected by the Cultural Heritage Administration in a competition, offers visitors the chance to walk through hundreds of traditional Korean homes in Jeonju Hanok Village under the moonlight.Highlights include a moonlight photography competition, traditional music, Jeonju traditional opera, a shadow orchestra and night views of Jeonju.The event is being held until Sept. 13. For more information, visit www.jeonju-night.kr for

Aug 12, 2017

[Travel Bits] Sights, festivals around Korea

Cultural Night Walk in JeonjuCultural Night Walk in Jeonju, a program selected by the Cultural Heritage Administration in a competition, offers visitors the chance to walk through hundreds of traditional Korean houses in Jeonju Hanok Village under the moonlight.Highlights include a moonlight photography competition, traditional music, Jeonju traditional opera, a shadow orchestra and night views of Jeonju.The event is being held until Sept.13. For more information, visit www.jeonju-night.kr for i

Aug 12, 2017

[Eye Plus] Excitement runs through Han River

Although the sea is usually the top choice for exciting water activities, it is not easy for busy Seoulites to carve out time to travel to the nearest beach. But for water sports fans who desire to beat the heat with a rush of adrenaline, the Han River is a more practical destination with a splash of summer fun. The river that runs through South Korea’s capital will help ease the stress of city-dwellers. Family-friendly activities, including waterskiing, kayaking, and windsurfing, are offered wi

Aug 10, 2017

Is Hongdae going south? Only to Hapjeong, Sangsu and Mangwon

Hongdae, the pinnacle of youth culture in Seoul, is best known as a hub for fashion, food, music, culture and clubs. However, some Seoulites are shunning Hongdae for neighborhoods south of the area, such as Mangwon, Sangsu and Hapjeong. “Hongdae is too overcrowded and is becoming too commercial. People want something new and frankly Hongdae is so yesterday,” said Kim Se-Jung, a student at Ewha Womans University.“It used to be made up of small, privately owned retail shops but recently we’re seei

Aug 5, 2017

[Travel Bits] Sights, festivals around Korea

Cultural Night Walk in JeonjuCultural Night Walk in Jeonju, a program selected by the Cultural Heritage Administration in a competition, offers visitors the chance to walk through hundreds of traditional Korean houses in Jeonju Hanok Village under the moonlight.Highlights include a moonlight photography competition, traditional music, Jeonju traditional opera, a shadow orchestra and night views of Jeonju.The event is being held until Sept.13. Visit www.jeonju-night.kr for information in Korean,

Jul 29, 2017

Seoul delays Jamsu Bridge beach festival due to heavy rain

Jamsu Bridge beach festival (The Seoul Metropolitan Government) Seoul has delayed its Jamsu Bridge beach festival due to the wet weather. The festival, which was to be held from Friday to Sunday, will be postponed by two weeks. In a bid to create a summer vacation spot for citizens who cannot get away from the city, the city plans to turn the bridge into a beach-like playground from Aug. 11-13. Jamsu Bridge beach festival (The Seoul Metropolitan Government)The festival will feature attractions s

Jul 29, 2017

[Travel Bits] Sights, festivals around Korea

Cultural Night Walk in Jeonju Cultural Night Walk in Jeonju, a program selected by the Cultural Heritage Administration in a competition, offers visitors the chance to walk through hundreds of traditional Korean houses in Jeonju Hanok Village under the moonlight.Highlights include a moonlight photography competition, traditional music, Jeonju traditional opera, a shadow orchestra and night views of Jeonju.The event is being held until Sept.13. For more information, visit www.jeonju-night.kr for

Jul 29, 2017

Nighttime stroll across the seashores of Yeosu

Whatever you do, do not leave the city of Yeosu without a good view of it at night. Upon sunset, the city comes alive with colorful nightlights scattered across the bridges and islands across the seashore. The cool breeze blows away the sweat from your brows as you stroll across the city, smelling the salty air of the sea. The nighttime view of Yeosu, South Jeolla Province. (Yonhap)Alighting from the train at Yeosu Expo Station, you can guess it is a city of youth; evident from animated young co

Jul 28, 2017

Ananti Cove, seaside haven for heavenly holiday

“We are not about ‘bling-bling.’ Ananti provides class, decorum and leisure in unostentatious harmony, like a masterpiece movie that seamlessly fuses screenplay, directing, acting, soundtrack and camerawork.”