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Seoul(Yongsan-gu) , Itaewon・Yongsan

The Grand Hyatt Seoul is a 5-star international business hotel located 10 minutes away from the city and 20 minutes away from Yeoido, boasting a view of the Han River to the south, and the scenery of Mt. Namsan to the north. The hotel offers a total of 601 guest rooms with 6 of the floors designated to club lounges and meeting rooms for businessmen. The concierges of the club lounges are at the service of their guests to make their stay as comfortable as possible. The Club Olympus Fitness Center's gym provides state-of-the-art training equipment, an indoor/outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, squash courts, an aerobics room, and leisure recreation center, second to none. The hotel also boasts a variety of restaurants and bars including the authentic European restaurant 'The Paris Grill', Japanese restaurant 'Akasaka', the best total entertainment center 'J.J. Mahoney's', and a deli offering fresh bakeries and wine from around the world. For twenty-odd years, the hotel has been welcoming VIP guests from around the world every year with state-of-the-art facilities and fresh designs.


Busan(Jung-gu) , Nampo-dong(Jagalchi Market)

The Jagalchi Market (자갈치시장) is Korea's largest seafood market. After the Korean War the market solidified itself as a fish market. Most of the people who sell fish are women, so the women who sell here are called 'Jagalchi Ajumma,' 'ajumma' meaning middle-aged or married women. This market represents Busan and is famous throughout the country. If you visit you can eat fresh raw fish right at the market. Even these days you can see women selling mackerel, sea squirts (ascidians) and whale meat on wooden boxes along the road. Every year in October the Jagalchi Cultural Tourism Festival is held, and it is easy to visit because of the convenient transportation provided by the subway. The Jagalchi Market is where you can see the lifestyle of the indigenous Busan natives.    


Incheon(Jung-gu) , Incheon Airport

The Incheon International Airport Traditional Culture Workshops are exhibition areas where traditional Korean culture experiential programs have been prepared for people awaiting flights departing from Korea, or for travelers waiting for connecting flights. Currently, there are two programs available in the exhibition areas, made available for all travelers using the third floor departure area.  Participants will be able to learn how to make jewelry boxes out of hanji (traditional Korean paper) or make cell phone straps using traditional sewing techniques that were used to make clothing and accessories. Even if you lack the skilled hands needed for these crafts, anyone can follow the simple instructions provided in English, Japanese, and Chinese, and have fun at the workshops. Aside from these programs, there are special programs that are prepared for visitors every 3 to 4 months, such as drawing traditional patterns, coloring traditional Korean fans, and making small purses by using traditional knotting techniques.  You can also take a look at the traditional arts and crafts that are put on display in the exhibition areas as well. There are two traditional culture workshops located at Incheon International Airport in both the east and west wings.  The traditional culture workshops and traditional craftworks exhibition are provided free of charge for all interested guests. The craftworks exhibition is located diagonally across from the fourth floor departure area convenience facility, and is open 24 hours a day. Also, if you visit between the hours of 10:00 and 18:00 Monday to Friday, English guides will be available for your added convenience. At present, the exhibition is showcased under the theme of presenting over 70 arts and crafts, including traditional Korean ceramic ware, clothing, various accessories, and other traditional cultural arts made by skilled artisans. Telephone  +82-32-743-0357, +82-32-743-0359, +82-32-741-3215 Closed  N/A (Open all year round) Activity Information  [Learning Programs] Multicolored Folding Fans, Square Pincushions, Traditional Knots, Image rubbing (of a paper or an inscription), etc. [Exhibitions]  Traditional Korean Crafts: Ceramics, Mother-of-pearl lacquerware, Wooden crafts, Chimseon (sewn clothing), etc. [Hands-on activities]  Wearing raditional clothes and accessories/photography, etc. [Performances]  Traditional Music (gugak): Sanjo, Traditional folk songs, Ensemble, Chamber music, etc.  * Available at no charge at Incheon Airport Traditional Culture Workshops for international tourists waiting for departure. * Program availabillity and details are subject to change, please refer to the airport's official website. Operating Hours  07:00-22:00 Restrooms  Available Interpretation Services Offered  English, Japanese, Chinese English guided tour for the traditional art crafts exhibition hall. Monday - Friday from 10:00-18:00


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Seoul(Jung-gu) , Dongdaemun

Lotte Fitin is a fashion mall easily accesible by public transportation as it is directly connected to the Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station. It is the first site in Dongdaemun-gu commercial district to have the digital electronics store Hi Mart. The mall has implemented fixed prices to offer goods at reasonable prices. A variety of events and attractions take place to provide a more enjoyable shopping experience. Recently, on the 9th floor, Klive, a venue to see hologram concerts of some of your favorite Kpop stars, opened. The venue features the concert hall, a cafe (with great views of the Dongdaemun area), an art gallery, gift shop, and more! The outside facade of Lotte Fitin is lit up and changes, displaying varying media, a first of its kind in Korea. Also, the food court was designed by world-renowed designer Karim Rashid, and the interior designs are pleasant and elegant and vary by floor.


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Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Gangnam・Samseongdong(COEX)

Color therapy harmonized with aromatherapy. Indulge in the best relaxation experience at Marzia Healing Spa Cheongdam branch. This traditional Korean practice is combined with top European aromatherapy techniques, delivering excellent results. Facial care, body care, scalp care, and men's care is available.


Gyeonggi-do(Paju-si) , Paju(Heyri Art valley)

Lotte Premium Outlet Paju Branch is Korea’s largest premium outlet, offering more than 200 international and Korean luxury brands at affordable prices. It is the first suburban outlet to provide an integrated lifestyle experience that combines shopping and cultural experiences by featuring additional facilities including a cultural center, cultural hall, gallery, movie theater, kids’ café, and a book store. The outlet’s sophisticated architecture together with the scenic natural surroundings created by the neighboring Simhaksan Mountain present opportunities for both convenient shopping and peaceful retreat. The outlet is also conveniently located in the vicinity of notable tourist spots such as the Paju Book City, Hyeri Art Village, and Odu Mountain Unification Observatory.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong

Seatree focuses on developing skin care products for customers looking to maintain their natural beauty and looks. The brand introduces artistic features into their bottle designs and also produces some limited edition cosmetics by collaborating with famous designers, models and artists.


Busan(Jung-gu) , Nampo-dong(Jagalchi Market)

Following the Korean War, refugees who had fled to Busan set up stalls in order to make a living, and this was the beginning of the Gukje Market (gukje meaning "international"). The Gukje Market is one of Korea’s largest markets; each alleyway is crowded with stalls, and it connects to the Bupyeong Market, Kkangtong Market, and other smaller markets. The market stocks such a wide variety of goods, that you can find almost everything you need right here.


Daegu(Jung-gu)

Dongseongno Street is a major fashion district in Daegu. The streets are packed with hundreds of stores full of personality that reflect the city’s fast-paced fashion trends. The diverse items found along the streets (from character T-shirts and handmade accessories to vintage fashion apparel) make this an ideal spot for window shopping. More serious shoppers will be delighted at the wide range of unique fashion items available at affordable prices.


Jeju-do(Seogwipo-si) , The Eastern Part of the Jeju Island

Jeju-do is the place where spring starts first along with rape flowers all over. Seopjikoji in spring, especially April, is the perfect spring getaway to enjoy the spreading rape flowers with breathtaking coastal rock shapes. The best spot to enjoy the scenery is Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak, shaped like a huge elephant, and coastal view from the edge of the Seopjikoji while walking through the field of rape flowers. The rape flower here features its bright and vivid color that goes well with Jeju’s bright sunlight and blue ocean. Seopjikoji is located at the end of the eastern shore of Jeju-do Island. "Seopji" is the old name for the area, and "Koji" is Jeju dialect meaning a sudden bump on land. On Koji hill which is wide and flat, there stands a stone Bongsudae called “Hyeopjayeondae” with a 4m x_height and 9m length and x_width that has retained its original form. Seopjikoji was the filming site of 'Gingko Bed', 'The Uprising', 'One Thousand and One Night' and other Korean TV dramas. Nearby attractions include Jeju Folk Village and Udo Island as well.