Gyeongsangnam-do(Geochang-gun)

Jangsaengpo Whale Life Experience Museum is a whale aquarium, located inside Jangsaengpo Ocean Park. Various fresh water and salt water tropical fish, shark, and sea turtles also live at the aquarium. In a submarine tunnel, real dolphins can be seen and many diverse dolphin-related programs have been prepared. There is an animation regarding whales showing at the 4D movie theater and the hands-on zoo is raising reptiles and birds, attracting many children interested in touching, feeding and taking pictures of the animals. * Opening date: November 24, 2009


Jeju-do(Jeju-si) , SinJeju

Jeju Marina Tourist Hotel features 80 guestrooms with views of the ocean and Hallasan Mountain. It also has a wedding hall that holds up to 120 people, a sky lounge, and a store that sells local products.


Gangwon-do(Taebaek-si)

As the only natural energy source available in Korea, coal played its part as an important fuel for the industrial development of the nation. Now that the country relies more on cleaner energy sources, the demand for coal has been in steady decline and the coal industry is gradually losing its significance. The Taebaek Coal Museum is a place where you can learn about the history of Korea’s coal industry through the well-organized exhibitions.* The exhibitions will win the attention of visitors because:i) the unique story-telling method of the exhibitions is both interesting and eye-catching;ii) the exhibitions are presented in a way that facilitates the visitors’ understanding and take advantage of a spacious venue;iii) excavation and coal-collecting techniques are demonstrated by means of videos and mannequins;iv) various technologies are integrated into the simulation system, including special lighting, sound effects, and other mechanisms to enhance reality. 


Busan(Yeongdo-gu)

Busan Port Festival has been held annually since 2008 to introduce one of the five top ports in the word, Busan Port, and offer a variety of programs, combined with Busan port-related industry, culture and education. Also, related corporations, organizations and universities take part in the festival to introduce the world-class port festival all over the world. Nearly 30 programs are planned for visitors of families, friends, and couples alike. One of the outstanding programs featured at the festival is the Busan Port Tour, in which visitors get on a ship to see North Port. Another popular program is the Embarkment Experience that displays a naval vessel and marine police vessel, both of which are rare to see. Busan Port Parade offers a dynamic performance and music, and Busan Port Stamp Tour is available to enjoy various exhibitions and hands-on programs at the National Maritime Museum and other festival facilities.


Chungcheongbuk-do(Chungju-si)

Located in the central inland province of Chungcheongbuk-do, Chosun Tourist Hotel boasts the largest room scale and modern facilities in the town of Suanbo. It also features a banquet hall, a sports massage parlor, a live music cafe, an outdoor cinema, and the famous white-and-yellow natural stone and gem sauna, which uses 100% pure mineral water. Furthermore, guests may venture out into other parts of the region to enjoy hot springs and skiing during the winter, or visit Woraksan Mountain National Park and Chungju Dam for beautiful nature scenery.


Gangwon-do(Donghae-si)

Donghae Station began operating as a regular station on August 1, 1940 under the name name of Bukpyeong Station. The station acts as an entrance to Donghae-si.


Daejeon(Yuseong-gu)

The Jeongsimhwa International Cultural Center is the large building on the right, just past the gate of Chungnam National University. ‘Jeongsimhwa’ is the Buddhist name of Ms. Lee Bok-Soon, who donated her lifetime savings (a total of five billion won) to the university back in 1990. She had earned the money over the course of many years by selling gimbap (rice rolled in seaweed), which currently sells for only 1,000 or 2,000 won a roll. The cultural center was built in commemoration of the late Ms. Lee. After a series of setbacks and through the effort of many helping hands, construction was finally completed in 2000. The Jeongsimhwa Hall at the center has 1,817 seats and is used for concerts, performances, and other large-scale events. Baekma Hall (450 seats) and Daedeok Hall (200 seats) are used primarily for seminars. For visitors’ convenience, the Jeongsimhwa International Cultural Center has a parking area with space for up to 268 cars.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

A restaurant frequently featured in Korean delicious food programs. This BBQ restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is grilled Korean beef.


Jeollanam-do(Yeosu-si)

Sky Motel has clean facilities and is convenient for transportation as it is only 5-10 minutes on foot from Yeosu Ferry Terminal and 10-15 minutes by car from Yeosu Station or Yeosu Bus Terminal. The motel also has a great surrounding environment as it is adjacent to the sea. The motel features traditional Korean-style ondol rooms (heated floors and sleeping mats), as well as western-style rooms. The rooms are equipped with big-screen TVs, water purifiers, and refrigerators. The peak season is from July 15 to August 20, during which time there is an additional change of 10,000 won per room.


Chungcheongnam-do(Seocheon-gun)

One of 8 scenic views of Seocheon, the Maryang-ri Camellia Forest is designated as Natural Monument No. 169. Almost 500 years worth of camellia trees cover an area of 8,265㎡ in this forest. The best time to enjoy the camellias is from the late March to the early May. If one goes to the top of Camellia Pavilion (Dongbaekjeong), there is a beautiful view of the blue sea and also is home to great sunset views.