Ulsan(Buk-gu)

For those hoping for a view of the winter sea, or those longing for the engulfing embrace of the clear dark-blue waves crashing into huge rocks, this is the place to be. When one thinks about Shin-myung Jeong-ja Beach, most people are reminded of Sokcho, Gangneung, Donghae and Samcheok in Gangwon-do. Nevertheless, many tourists seek the east coast that spreads from Jujeon in Uljin to Gampo. The costal road, with its beautiful scenery of sea and mountains, is a popular driving route. With diverse attractions nearby, many vacationers are attracted to this beach during the winter.


Jeollabuk-do(Gunsan-si)

BENIKEA Ariul Hotel is located on a street corner that overlooks the Saemangeum seawall. The hotel’s guests include overseas buyers and business men due to the hotel being located close to Korea’s largest free economic zone. Tourists visiting the Saemangeum are will also benefit from the hotel’s convenient location. It takes only 15 minutes by car to go to Gunsan Airport, and 20 minutes to Gunsan Country Club from the hotel. The hotel has 43 Western-style rooms and two Korean-style rooms.


Gangwon-do(Wonju-si)

Wonju Station is located in the city of Wonju, the most inland section of Gangwon-do region. The station is located near downtown Wonju and is a hub of city transportation. Many passengers arriving in Wonju take public transit to visit Chiaksan Mountain, beautiful year-round. Wonju citizens can take the train to visit the capital, head to the northern section of Gyeongsangbuk-do, or enjoy a winter vacation on the snowy slopes of the Taebaek mountains. The station has been in operation since April 1940


Jeollabuk-do(Sunchang-gun)

Hoemunsan Recreational Forest (회문산자연휴양림) is situated south of Hoemunsan Mountain (830m). Since the area boasts clean valleys and various tree forests it is a good place for people who want to enjoy their rest and take leisurely strolls. In addition, above the waterfall there is a vast cloud bridge where people can feel the thrilling forces of nature. Long time ago, Hoemunsan Mountain was used as a battleground during the Korean War (1950-1953) and still features several relics that date back to that time.   Within Hoemunsan Recreational Forest, there are promenades, sporting equipment, a headquarters’ base, and an observatory. Lodging facilities include Forest Cabin, a forest lodge, camping decks, and camping grounds. Reservations can be made through the homepage (Korean).


Gyeongsangnam-do(Changwon-si)

Changwon Cyclodrome is Korea’s first cyclodrome to open in all weather conditions. There are generally three types of cycle races: Belodrome races; road races; and MTB. Ever since the Sydney Olympics, bicycle racing was designated as a formal event of the Olympics, included in the track event. It is a scientific leisure sport applying the contestant’s physical and mental conditions. There are seven contestants, racing each other for a total of six rounds.


Incheon(Seo-gu)

Dubbed as the “palace of the Jade Emperor,” Jamigung is a “hanok” homestay located in Wondang-dong, Incheon. The earthly, wooden building was finished with the master touches of the Daemokjang (master of traditional carpentry) and built with wood that is dried and carved for a year and six months, while the interior was constructed with bamboo trees from Damyang and Korean paper. Likewise, its fence was finished with a masterful touch, topped with roof tiles sourced from Goryeong, which are also used to restore cultural properties in Korea. There are 6 rooms in total, including Gaon, Mireu, Raon, Dasom, and Hanul, varying in size ranging from a capacity of double occupancy to 15 people. All rooms are furnished with an antique, classical interior consisting of traditional doors with “changhoji” paper, traditional furniture, celadon, and paintings. Earthenware pots lining the courtyard, the vegetable garden, and the trees and wildflowers of the season complete the aesthetic of the hanok. Facilities within the complex include a shared bathroom, seminar room, shared PC, and communal refrigerator. The guesthouse offers English and Chinese services and provides complimentary breakfast in the morning. For pets, the guesthouse only alall dogs on the premises.


Jeollanam-do(Yeongam-gun)

Hyundai Hotel (Mokpo) opened its doors on August 16, 2006 as the first Deluxe First Class (local equivalent to a five star hotel) hotel. The property boasts spectacular views of the blue waters of the Dadohae, also known as the sea of many islets. The seaside view guest rooms are endowed with the view of sunrise and sunset and the Dadohae spotted with small islets. All guest rooms have wireless internet access, High Definition LCD TV and satellite channels. The hotel also has a convention hall to accommodate up to 600 guests for international conferences, 6 medium-sized and 3 small sized banquet halls to accommodate international and local conferences, meetings, seminars and family celebrations. The hotel is regarded as a deluxe first class hotel with all its facilities serving the needs of the Jeollanam-do Gwangju population.


Busan(Haeundae-gu)