Gangwon-do(Wonju-si)


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.


Seoul(Seongbuk-gu)

JAMI, which means "good food with a lot of nutrition" in Chinese characters or "fun" in Jeju dialect, is a premier lunch concert involving gugak (traditional music) performances, followed by a 6-course meal over the course of an hour and 30 minutes. The concert features pansori (traditional narrative singing), traditional dance, as well as performances by the all-female gugak ensemble, Cheongarang, while the lunch serves galbijjim (braised short ribs) on Mondays, salmon bibimbap on Tuesdays, and bulgogi deopbap (rice topped with marinated beef) on Wednesdays. Moreover, audience members may submit a birthday song request for their special occasion.


Jeollabuk-do(Muju-gun)

Located in Deogyusan National Park in Muju, North Jeolla Province, Dasup Pension is the best place to experience the clear air and beautiful nature of Deogyusan Mountain. Its front is dominated by the Gucheondong Valley, while the back is surrounded by the changing faces of Deogyusan Mountain across the seasons. The warm reception of the owners makes the stay much more comfortable. There are a total of 20 rooms ranging from double to triple occupancy to 12-person pension rooms. Guests can choose between traditional Korean floor bedding rooms and bedrooms. All rooms are equipped with a TV, refrigerator, dressing table, hairdryer, and toiletries. Pension rooms allow for cooking within the unit, making it an ideal choice for family travelers. The wooden finish of the rooms is a unique attraction in the pension as well. Dasup Pension also contains a shared kitchen and an outdoor barbeque area for guests, and amenities, such as a ski shop and a soccer field, which make the pension a great place for group trips. Guests can rent skis, snowboards, and other equipment in the ski shop during the winter. There is also a shuttle bus to Muju Resort, one of the most well-known winter sports facilities in Korea. Other tourist sites in the region include Bandi Land and Muju Meoru Wine Cave, which are located 30 min away from the pension by car.


Jeollanam-do(Mokpo-si)

Alex Hotel, located in Mokpo, Jeollanam-do, offers first-class services and modern, elegant interiors. As Jeollanam-do Provincial Government and Mokpo Branch of Gwangju Supreme Prosecutors’ Office are located nearby, the hotel is popular among business travelers as well as tourists. Mokpo Terminal and Mokpo Station are also close by. Oedaldo Island, also known as the ‘island of love’, is one of the most attractive nearby tourist destinations, boasting a clean unspoilt beach, pure seawater, and a beautiful natural environment. The island also boasts Korea’s largest outdoor seawater pool, which attracts many tourists. Major attractions in the area include the Yudalsan Mountain Flower Festival, Mokpo Maritime Cultural Festival, and Sunrise Festival.


Gyeonggi-do(Bucheon-si) , Bucheon


Jeollanam-do(Naju-si)

Naju Geumseonggwan Hall was a state-run guesthouse for government officials during the Joseon period. It was the venue for ceremonial praise rituals for the king, taking place on the first and 15th of each month, as well as banquets held in honor of visiting dignitaries. The building was constructed sometime between 1475 and 1479. The building was remodeled during the Japanese occupation, but was restored to its original design in 1977. It is currently registered as Jeollanam-do Important Cultural Heritage No. 2. There are a number of other cultural heritages located in the nearby vicinity.


Gangwon-do(Wonju-si)


Seoul(Seocho-gu) , Gangnam・Samseongdong(COEX)

At Chinafactory, customers can enjoy a variety of tasty Chinese foods while watching the food being cooked through the glass windows of the open kitchen. A unique ordering system allows each person to select three dishes from the menu, and everyone can visit a mini dimsum buffet and dessert bar as much as they want. Free tea is also served (guests can select from six different teas).


Busan(Jung-gu)

The Marina Motel is just 15minutes’ walk from the Busan Port Passenger Terminal and 5 minutes’ walk from Juangang Station on Busan Metro Line 1. It's also within a short ride from a number of popular tourist attractions in Jung-gu, Busan, such as Yongdusan Park, 40-Step Stairway, and Bosu-dong Book Street, while Jagalchi Market, Gukje Market, Gwangbokdong Food Street, Changseon-dong Food Street, and Arirang Street are about 1.5km away. The motel is indeed conveniently located for traveling and shopping. The motel has 35 guestrooms on the 6th, 7th, and 8th floors (each with a floor space of 826㎡) of the Marine Fare Building. There are not many guestrooms, but their size compensates for the small number. Guestrooms are available in various sizes for both individual and group tourists as well as business travellers. Some of the guestrooms are floor-heated for those who prefer to sleep on the floor instead of a bed. The guestrooms facing the ocean offer a wonderful view of the port.