Gangwon-do(Sokcho-si)

Hollowed into the rocks of Mt Seoraksan, about 600 meters above sea level, you will find Geumganggul Cave. This 23 square meters cave was once used as a place of worship, and contains a stone sitting Buddha and some earthenware. The route up the cave is quite steep, and visitors must walk across a few bridges and up concrete stairways. However, you will be rewarded with a captivating view of Cheonbuldong Valley.The hiking trail from Seorakdong to Geumganggul Cave, which also passes by Biseondae, is 3.6 kilometers long and takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes.


Incheon(Seo-gu) , Incheon Center

Opened in October 2007, National Institute of Biological Resources has the largest collection preservation facilities in Asia. The institute collects, preserves, manages, and conducts research on biological resources with the aim of growing into a biological resource hub of North East Asia.The institute is comprised of the spine-shaped collections and research centers and the leaf-shaped exhibition and education centers. The exhibition hall has 3,905 specimens of 1,287 native species on display. Korea's diverse ecosystems are recreated as highly detailed dioramas at the exhibition hall. A small restaurant is located inside the research center, and the extensive grass field in front of the institute provides an ideal picnic spot.


Busan(Dongnae-gu)

Hotel Nongshim is a tourist hotel (est. 1960) located in the Dongnae-gu Hot Spring District of Busan. The hotel was one of the first modern hotels to be built in the area and has received much attention from both domestic and international guests. After undergoing renovations in August of 2002, Hotel Nongshim reopened as a 5-star tourist hotel with 242 guestrooms. Throughout its 50-year history, the hotel has had the privilege of welcoming many prominent guests and has even served as the designated hotel for members of the 2005 APEC summit. Through this opportunity, Hotel Nongshim was not only able to present itself as a hotel of international quality and scale once again, but also represent Korea's advancement in status and power within the global community. At the hotel, guests can expect a number of luxurious such as 100% natural hot spring water pumped to their guestrooms, a premium restaurant with a wide selection of dishes, and a pub (HurShimChung Brauhaus) where they can enjoy traditional German beer. Of course, no stay would be complete without relaxing in "Hushimchung," the hotel's famed hot spring and one of the largest hot springs in Asia. Tourist sites and transportation facilities such as the Dongnae Country Club, Busan Country Club, Dongnaesanseong, Beomeo Temple, Geumgang Park, Chungnyeol Temple, Mt. Geumjeong, Yangsan, Jeonggwan, Express Bus Terminal, and Gimpo International Airport are located nearby, making Hotel Nongshim a favorite among both tourists and business travelers.


Seoul(Yongsan-gu) , Itaewon・Yongsan

An authentic American burger joint along one of the main restaurant streets of Itaewon, ’Smokey Saloon’ (est. 2005) is decorated like an old pub from the American ‘Wild West.’ Visitors may be surprised, however, that the burger restaurant is not filled with the scent of cigarette smoke, but rather the heavenly aroma of quality beef. The restaurant is famous for serving up thick beef patties that are seasoned only with salt and pepper, preserving the juicy flavor of the meat. The representative burger, the ‘Smoky Burger’ (a thick patty with roasted bacon, sauce, and cheese) is a customer favorite.


Chungcheongnam-do(Asan-si)

The town of Onyang, where Onyang Hot Spring Hotel is located, is the oldest hot springs area in Korea. The history of Onyang can be traced back to 1,300 years ago when the Joseon Dynasty kings visited the hot springs in the area to relax and unwind. Today, remains of the hot springs sought by the royalty can be found in Onyang. In addition to 116 Western-style and 59 Korean-style rooms, Onyang Hot Spring Hotel is equipped with upscale hot springs and sauna, a museum depicting the history of Onyang and its famous hot springs, as well as a wide range of facilities including a grand ballroom, a banquet hall, a fitness center, a skin care center, a beer garden and restaurants.


Gyeonggi-do(Yongin-si) , Yongin

A neighbourhood of cafes that has an almost European feel, people come to the Bojeong-dong Café Street for a taste of something different.The cafes boast unique interiors with diverse concepts, offering books (Eco’s Library), food, or clothing. Lush trees adorn the street, and families stroll freely up and down. Many cafes offer delicious brunches such as waffles and crepes. Café Street is an ideal place for friends, couples, and families to walk around or date. 


Daejeon(Seo-gu)

The Lotte Department Store Daejeon Branch, located in Daejeon-si Seo-gu, is a high-class department store with quality customer service and a wide selection of quality goods. The Daejeon branch has a state-of-the-art movie theater, cultural center, and various other convenience facilities designed to create a cultural space for its customers. Store hours are from 10:30am to 8:00pm with extended hours on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The store is closed one Monday each month.


Gangwon-do(Sokcho-si)

Cheongchoho Lake is a lagoon that is connected to the East Sea, with an area of 1.3 Km2 and an approximate circumference of 5 Km. Located in the center of the city, the lake can be viewed easily from downtown Sokcho. Adjacent to Cheongchoho Lake, one of Sokcho’s 8 must-sees, is the Expo Tower, Expo World, and Expo Excursion Steamer. These were constructed for the 1999 Gangwon International Tourism Expo. The Expo tower rises 73.4 meters high with an observatory. An I-MAX theater is located in Expo World and an Ecology Park is nearby. Additionally, the Expo Excursion Steamer can be taken around the entire lake for great views of the surrounding area.  


Gyeongsangnam-do(Gimhae-si)

With 25 years of theme park know how, the Lotte Group has opened the largest water park in Korea. The Gimhae Lotte Water Park is “Polynesian” themed and its styled surroundings and water rides are sure to leave visitors with lasting memories. Equipped with an outdoor water pool, indoor wave pool, tornado slides and much more, the facility is the size of 17 soccer fields and aims to grow as a must-visit vacation spot in Busan.


Jeju-do(Jeju-si) , Former Jeju

Nexon Computer Museum is a computer museum run by Nexon, an online game developing company. Visitors can learn about the history of games and computers, and imagine the future while walking through the museum. The keyboard-shaped waffles sold at the cafe in the museum are also well-known.