Busan(Haeundae-gu) , Haeundae

The name Nurimaru APEC House is created by combining the Korean words nuri (“world”) and maru (“summit”), and “APEC House,” which refers to an APEC conference hall. Collectively, it means “a house where the world summits gather together for an APEC meeting.” Located on Dongbaekseom Island, which is noted for its beautiful, natural landscape accented by dense camellia and pine trees, Nurimaru APEC House has been used as a memorial hall and a prestigious international conference hall since the APEC summit meeting. Nurimaru, a 3-story building, is a modernistic expression of “jeongja,” a pavilion in traditional Korean architectural style. Its roof shape symbolizes the ridgeline of Dongbaekseom Island. Its interior design is a visual display of Korea’s creative traditional culture. The terrace, which has a Korean wooden floor concept, towers over Oryukdo Island, Gwangan Bridge and Dallmaji Hill. Located near Haeundae Beach, it not only offers a spectacular view of the beach, but also has the appearance of a reputable international conference hall featuring both modern and natural beauty.


Gyeonggi-do(Pyeongtaek-si)

World Hotel is a clean and modern hotel where guests can relax comfortably after a long day of touring. The hotel hosts various media facilities and guests can enjoy the beautiful nightscape of Pyeongtaek City from their rooms.


Gangwon-do(Sokcho-si)

Seorak Special Tourist Zone is a vast zone included in 3 administrative districts, encompassing the entirety of Seoraksan Mountain. In this zone, visitors have various ways to enjoy Seoraksan Mountain and the natural environment of the East Sea region. Sokcho, which occupies the largest area in the zone, comes first when talking about Seoraksan National Park. Tourists can appreciate the picturesque scenery of the sea and coastal lakes as well as the mountain scenery of Seoraksan Mountain. Hikers can climb the mountain or ride a cable car. Sokcho beach is a hot spot that attracts young people who fill the place with energy and life all through the summer. Abai Village, which appeared in several TV dramas for its unique atmosphere, and Sokcho Jungang Market offer local specialties, such as abai sundae (Korean sausage) and dak-gangjeong (fried chicken nuggets coated in a sweet and sour sauce). Goseong, which is bordered by Seoraksan Mountain and Geumgangsan Mountain, is part of the Northern Limit Line (NLL) that offers a unpolluted, beautiful landscape around the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). Hwajinpo Beach near Hwajinpo Lake, which is a lagoon, and Songjiho Beach near Songjiho Lake are the best places to spend a peaceful vacation. At Hwajinpo Lake, tourists can visit the summer houses used by the first South Korean President Lee Seung-man and the former North Korean leader Kim Il-seong before the division of the Korean Peninsula. Lastly, although it is a relatively small part of Seorak Special Tourist Zone, Yangyang has resources for mountain tourism and maritime culture, such as Seoraksan National Park and Naksan Provincial Park. Naksan Beach, Naksansa Temple and Hajodae are popular tourist sites. It is also famous as a district producing high quality pine mushroom. * Current State of Seorak Special Tourist Zone 1) Districts Covered: Areas around Sokcho-si and parts of Goseong and Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do 2) Area: 138.2k㎡(Sokcho 104.9k㎡, Goseong 30.5k㎡, Yangyang 2.8k㎡) * Tourist Attractions Seoraksan National Park, Sokcho Beach, Naksan Provincial Park, Hwajinpo Lake, Songjiho Lake, Hajodae Pavilion, Naksansa Temple, Osaek Mineral Spring, etc.


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Ulleung-gun)

Jeodonghang Port is the biggest port in Ulleung-gun where most of squid fishing and related process take place. “Jeodongeohwa,” referring to the luring lights from the boats for squid fishing is one of the famous “8 Major Beauties” of Ulleungdo Island. Chotdaebawi Rock, sitting next to port sea wall, has a sad legend about a daughter who died from grievance when her father never came back from fishing. Now, the port has a large fish market.


Ulsan(Nam-gu)

This boutique hotel is located at Jangsaengpo Whale Culture Zone, near Jangsaengpo Port, Nam-gu, Ulsan, where the East Sea can be found just across the street. All rooms with an ocean view have a great view of the bustling port of Jangsaengpo. Thanks to its affordable, yet comfortable facilities, the hotel is popular among business travelers and younger tourists. There are 54 rooms in total, including Royal Suite, Deluxe Terrace Double, Terrace Suite, Deluxe Family Twin Ocean View, Deluxe Twin Ocean View, Deluxe Double Ocean View, Deluxe Double City View, and Standard Double. All rooms except for Standard Double have bathtubs and steam closets. Terrace rooms have balconies, and Terrace Suites (on upper floors) and Royal Suites have outdoor spa systems built into their balcony. The 2nd-floor restaurant offers a breakfast buffet. Jangsaengpo Whale Museum is reachable in five min by foot, while the Jangsaengpo Whale Culture Village is reachable in nine.


Gangwon-do(Sokcho-si)

Yeonggeumjeong refers to the area covering the shore by the Sokcho Lighthouse in Sokcho-si City. The name Yeonggeumjeong comes from a notion that the sound of waves hitting the rocks is comparable to the melody of geomungo (traditional stringed instrument with 6 strings). At the end of the 50m-long bridge built over a rocky peninsula is a pavilion offering a view of the East Sea.


Jeollanam-do(Mokpo-si)

My Motel, located in Mokpo, Jeollanam-do, is close to Mokpo Terminal and various other attractions including the Mokpo Natural History Museum and Gatbawi Rock. This clean and pleasant motel is ideal for group occasions such as group meetings and family holidays, school or company field trips, and workshops. Recommended nearby tourist destinations include Yudalsan Mountain, Samhakdo Island, and Oedaldo Island. In addition, tourists can enjoy yachting at the Mokpo Yacht Marina, whose exotic atmosphere harmonizes with the white yachts dotting the ocean and the beautiful sunset of Yudalsan Mountain. Mokpo is also famous for such dishes as hongeo samhap (fermented skate and steamed pork slices served with kimchi), thin and octopus, and sliced raw croaker.


Gyeonggi-do(Pyeongtaek-si) , Pyeongtaek

Baramsae Village Picnic Garden in Pyeongtaek is a special eco-park where visitors can enjoy a picnic in a natural setting. The park features wooden walking paths around ponds and marshes, as well as a sand playground, and is decorated throughout with sotdae (wooden bird poles). The mirror pond is particularly beautiful, reflecting the sky, reeds, and birds overhead.


Gangwon-do(Gangneung-si)

It is a place where you can enjoy fresh sashimi. The best menu at this restaurant is assorted sliced raw fish. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.