Gyeonggi-do(Yangpyeong-gun) , Yangpyeong

The Yangpyeong Sansuyu Flower Festival is usually held for two days on early April every year. Visitors to the festival can enjoy walking under yellow sansuyu trees while participating in various hands-on programs including face painting, wood chopping, playing traditional drums, grilling potatoes over a wood fire, a treasure hunt, much more.


Gangwon-do(Yangyang-gun)

Located to the left of the entrance to Kwandong University, Nogwon Galbi is a restaurant specializing in galbi (grilled beef ribs). The three-story restaurant building has a spacious parking lot and dining halls large enough to accommodate customers in groups. The restaurant serves Korean beef raised in Yangyang, accompanied by seven tasty side dishes. All the food in this restaurant is seasoned with fresh sesame oil extracted from sesame produced at local farms.


Jeollanam-do(Gangjin-gun)

Gangjin has many scenic landscapes with Wolchulsan Mountain to the north and the sea of Gugangpo dotted with numerous islets and wetlands to the south. It is also home to beautiful mountains, rivers, and plains that add to its scenic beauty and natural features. The Baengnyeonsa Temple and Dasan Chodang to the west of Gangjinman Bay, and the reeds along the coastline are a beautiful sight to behold. Also, the National Highway No. 23 that runs along the eastern border of the Gangjinman Bay, past the town of Gangjin-eup to Maryang, is famous for its many spectacular sights. Above all, it is highly recommended to hike up the Cheonilgak Pavilion in front of the Dasan Chodong Dongam (east hermitage) for a panoramic view of Gugangpo’s coastal waters. The hiking trail that traverses Mandeoksan Mountain leads to Baengnyeonsa, which is a temple with breathtaking ocean view.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Daehangno・Seongbukdong

Daehakro Street is the Korean version of off-Broadway, with about 120 theaters for musicals and plays lined up along the alleys. Every year, hundreds of stage productions have a chance to meet audiences, become adapted, or move to bigger stages. The stage production genres also vary, from terrifying horror, sweet romance, experimental work to exciting musical comedy. Daehakro Street is where both success and happiness seekers gather.


Gangwon-do(Pyeongchang-gun)

Sangwonsa Temple is located 8km north of Woljeongsa Temple. Stories are told that Sangwonsa Temple was built by Buddhist monk Ja Jang (590~658) in 643, in the 12th year of Silla Queen Seon-Deok, and others say that it was built by Bocheon and Hyo-myeong, the sons of King Sin-Mun (reign 681~692), the 31st king of the Silla Kingdom. It was rebuilt in 705 during the 4th year of King Seong-Deok's reign (702∼737). However, in 1946 it was burnt down in a fire, but later restored once again in 1947. Only a Bell Pavillon remained during this period until the building was rebuilt after Korea’s Independence Day. The oldest relic left today is Dongjong (National Treasure No.36), Munsu Child Figure, and the Jungchang, the promotion of virtue in rebuilding Sangwonsa Temple, written by the 7th king of the Joseon Dynasty King Sejo (reign 1455∼1468).At the entrance is a site called Gwandaegeori, named after the story about how King Se-Jo would hang his royal garments here when he took baths. Also, there is the Munsu Child Figure where the story of King Sejo and monk Munsu comes from. As National Treasure No. 221, the official name is Sangwonsa Munsu Wooden Seated Child Figure. At Sangwonsa Temple, there are other pieces other than the Munsu Child figure. The 91cm diameter Sangwonsa Dongjong was established in 725, in the 24th year of Silla King Seong-Deok. It is famous for its beautiful bell sound and the delicately carved Juakbicheon figure but nowadays it sits silent in order to preserve the bell.Sangwonsa Temple is located at Jungdaeam on the way to Jeokmyeolbogung in the Mt.Odaesan Birobong Peak direction. At the 2km southwest point is a hermitage where Utongsu Stream, the origin of the Hangang river, flows. Jeokmyeolbogung is a reliquary which possesses the bonesetting relics of Buddha, which was brought by monk Ja Jang from Tang (China).


Gyeongsangnam-do(Geochang-gun)

Designated as National Park in 1975, Deogyusan National Park (덕유산국립공원, 1,614m) covers four counties. The ridgeline from the Hyangjeokbong peak of Mt. Bukdeogyusan to Mt. Namdeogyusan is 17.5km, and the altitude is 1,200m high. There are five peaks over 1,330m above sea level and eight large valleys. Mt. Deogyusan is one of Korea's tourist highlights and boasts temples, relics as well as a ski resort. Of the many wonderful sites, Mujuguchon-dong, the 25km valley range from Najetong gate to Baekryeonsa Temple, is especially noted as one of the 10 best tourist areas of Korea. Every valley has scenic spots and Gucheon-dong is particularly famous. Baekryeonsa Temple is located at the end of Gucheon-dong Valley. It is famous for the Stone Samjon Buddha, cerated during the Goryeo Dynasty and many monks came from this temple before and after the Injinwaeran War (1592~1598). Also, Jeoksangsanseong Fortress, Anguksa Temple, Guebul and many other relics are scattered throughout the park. Mt. Deogyusan boasts an abundance of beauty throughout all four seasons, and the 600 species of animals and plants, including the unique landscape of the yew trees are especially eye-catching. 


Busan(Yeongdo-gu)

This 29-story-high hotel towers over the skyline of Yeongdo-gu, just past the Busanhangdaegyo Bridge. Its greatest strength is the view of the sea, which can be enjoyed from most of the rooms. Different room types offer a view of the Busanhangdaegyo Bridge, Yeongdodaegyo Bridge, Busandaegyo Bridge, and other bridges that connect Yeongdo area with Busan, the lively heart of the city during the day, and the bright lights of Busan’s harbor at night. There are 380 rooms in the hotel, divided into 14 types, such as the Standard Terrace Ocean coming with a terrace and a bubble bath; Corner Double Half Ocean, which has a spacious view of the sea thanks to its window wall; and Corner Double Ocean. La Valse Sky Cafe & Bar serves the hotel’s breakfast, while the La Valse SKY29 (Rooftop) offers a great view of the city center on the 29th floor. Nampo Station on Busan Metro Line 1 and Kangkangee Arts Village are located 10 min by foot, while Busan’s other famous sights like Huinnyeoul Culture Village, Jagalchi Market, and Songdo Sea Cable Car are reachable in 10 min by car.


Jeollabuk-do(Jinan-gun)


Jeollabuk-do(Imsil-gun)

Located at the beginning of Seomjingang River, the steep banks in Gudam Village are covered in maehwa (plum blossoms) in white and red. While strolling along the 3m-path of the riverside, connecting Gudam Village to Cheondam Village, tourists will be impressed by the beautiful scene created by maehwa (plum blossoms) and cherry blossoms. The village became more and more famous thanks to its cozy ambience comprised of Seomjingang River, plum blossoms and Zelkova in the mouth of the village, attracting visitors to enjoy a walking trip. The village has also served as a filming location for movies, including the movie Spring in My Hometown, released in 1998.


Busan(Haeundae-gu)

At The Guesthouse, the second floor is for men, women and groups (including families) and the third floor is for women only. Also, the building and each room is accessed by security card, so that travelers will enjoy the safe and convenient travelling. For the room, there are the double-room, quad-room, and six-room as a dormitory type. Geologically, the Guesthouse is 3-minute walk from Haeundae Station, and 5-minute walk from the coast. The Guesthouse is always trying to lead the sound traveling culture. The Guesthouse will do its best to provide the comfortable accommodation facility and to give various benefits as the new cultural contents.