Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Seoul City Hall・Gwanghwamun

The Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin was erected at the front of Gwanghwamun Square on April 27, 1968, in honor of the brave spirit and leadership of the Admiral. At 17 meters tall, the bronze statue stands firmly with a sword in his right hand, representing protection and patriotism. In front of the statue is a miniature turtle ship that the Admiral built, and at each front corner are two drums that were used to increase the morale of soldiers going to the battlefield.


Busan(Haeundae-gu) , Haeundae

Yeyije (예이제) is a Korean restaurant located across from Paradise Hotel in Haeundae, Busan. ‘Yeije’ is a combination of the Korean words ‘Yey,’ meaning ‘ancient times’ and ‘Ije,’ meaning ‘now.’ True to its name, the restaurant is decorated with a harmonic blend of traditional and modern elements.The major course menu, Gungjung Hanjeongsik (court-style traditional Korean food set) consists of Kkotsal Galbi (grilled bottom sirloin), grilled natural pine mushrooms, Tteokgalbi (grilled short rib meat patties), Daeha jjim (steamed king prawn), and Sinseollo (court-style casserole). All dishes, from appetizer to dessert, are cooked with only natural ingredients.Thanks in part to its convenient location near Haeundae, Ye Ije is visited by many tourists and international guests.


Incheon(Namdong-gu)

Premier Central Plaza Hotel is a four-star hotel located in front of Incheon City Hall in Guwol-dong, Namdong-gu, which is flourishing as a center for high-tech and distribution industries in the Northeast Asian region. It is perfectly located within the vicinity of Incheon International Airport and Songdo International Business District which allows for easy access to shopping, culture, medical care, leisure, and tourism options. Consisting of 118 delicately designed rooms, the hotel also features a business center, multi restaurant, coffee shop, and banquet hall, enabling guests to hold major events such as business meetings, family gatherings, first birthday parties, seminars, workshops, and much more.


Seoul(Mapo-gu) , Yeouido・Yeongdeungpo・Mapo

Chic and Chick boasts cosmetics without surfactants (surface active agents). Products in Chic and Chick use only natural ingredients, minimizing the possiblity of skin irratation. Their main products include natural handmade soaps, hair packs, and body cleansing products. The store itself is exceptionally well-managed, providing maximum comfort to customers. 


Seoul(Gangdong-gu) , The Eastern Part of the Seoul

The Hyundai Department Store Cheonho Branch, located in Seoul Gangdong-gu Cheonho 2-dong, boasts being one of the largest department stores in Korea by size, standing tall with seven basement floors and thirteen floors above ground. The Hyundai Department Store plays as a landmark shopping attraction of the Gang-dong region, boasting a wide selection of products and friendly services.The department store is closed one Monday a month, so be sure to check the official homepage for exact closing dates. Store hours are from 10:30am to 8:00pm, providing everything from fashion apparels and accessories to sportswear.


Jeju-do(Jeju-si) , Former Jeju

‘Dombe Meat,’ whose name stems from Jeju dialect and means ‘steamed and sliced pork served on chopping board,’ is a widely popular traditional Jeju Island dish.Dombedon restaurant, introduced in a MBC program, only uses meat from black pigs raised on Jeju Island. The meat is not only tasty, but is also low in fat, high in nutrition, and is said to be beneficial for health and beauty purposes—making it especially popular among women.To preserve local flavor and taste, the restaurant prepares its meat using traditional cooking methods, as opposed to simply grilling the meat like many restaurants in the downtown area do. Thanks to these traditional cooking methods and the power of word-of-mouth, Dombedon has become a must-visit attraction of the region. In addition to the famous dombe meat, the restaurant offers an array of dishes including grilled black-skinned pork, dolsot bibimbap, and chef’s cold noodle.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Seoul City Hall・Gwanghwamun

Founded in 1395 by the first king of the Joseon Dynasty, Gwanghwamun is the main gate of Gyeongbukgung Palace. Roughly meaning “may the light of enlightenment blanket the world,” the name symbolizes the resounding dedication that the people of the Joseon Dynasty had in creating a new dynasty. Constructed solely out of granite, its center is an entrance that resembles a rainbow, called Hongyemun. Above that is a gate tower. Gwanghwamun holds a painful memory in Korean history. During the Japanese occupation of Korea, in order to dampen the spirits of the Korean citizens, the Japanese governing general destroyed the gate and built his own government building. The present appearance of the gate is that of 1968 when it was rebuilt using concrete, and it’s location is about 10m behind the original spot. Though Gwanghwamun is the most beautiful of the five palace gates, it was not designated by the Korean government as a national treasure because it is made purely of concrete. The government is now in the process of removing the Japanese building and restoring the palace. Gwanghwamun has its name written on a sign on the gate, and it was personally written by then-president Park Jeong-Hui. On either side of the gate you can see the word “Haetae” facing south. Haetae is a mythical unicorn-lion that is said to protect palaces from fire. According to Pungsujirisang, there was a fire around Gwanaksan Mountain, so in order to protect the palace from fire from the mountain, these fire-eating Haetaes were put beside the gate.  


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong

Myeongdongwon is situated in Jeongnam Shopping Mall, one of Myeongdong's main shopping attractions, and it carries various goods like cosmetics, bags, hangwa (traditional Korean sweets), and tax-free items. It also offers various traditional dishes like han-jeongsik (Korean set course menu) all in one place.


Gyeonggi-do(Yongin-si) , Yongin

Caribbean Bay is part of Everland theme park. Here, not only can you enjoy swimming and water amusement rides, but you can also relax in hot spring waters all year round. The water park has various facilities, such as the indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, a sauna, a wave pool, and slides like the Water Bobsleigh and Mega Storm. The water park is a favorite family destination. Caribbean Bay Water Park has been designed with a Caribbean theme, and it is the largest water park in the world. One of the most popular attractions in the water park is the Wave Pool where you can experience strong waves similar to those of the Caribbean Sea. The park’s cutting-edge computer system creates waves of up to 2.4m. * Caribbean Bay Spa Caribbean Bay Spa contains various hot spring pools and sauna facilities. The Jasmine Tea Spa is believed to make women more beautiful, the Lemon Spa relieves fatigue, and the Jade-crusted sauna is also beneficial for your health. With the Caribbean Bay pass, you can use all these facilities. - The health benefits of the Jasmine tea spa The Jasmine Tea Spa relieves nervous tension, stress, and depression. Jasmine tea balances hormones, so the spa can alleviate menstrual pain, create a regular menstrual cycle, and improve fertility. It also reduces aches and coughs, and is great for dry, irritated skin. - The health benefits of the mineral-rich hot spring water It is beneficial for women’s beauty, dry skin, reducing fatigue, aching muscles, and insomnia. - The health benefits of the Jade-crusted sauna It relieves fatigue and improves blood circulation. - The health benefits of the Lemon spa It is great for anti-aging and helps to release toxins from the body * Miracle Spa: contains a salt sauna and a couple’s footbath - The footbath in the Miracle Spa has been specially designed for a couple. The bubble footbath is very relaxing, and it makes for a romantic date. - In the salt-laden sauna, you can rub salt on your body and then sweat in the high temperatures. This expels toxins from the body. The salt-laden sauna is good for dry skin and is also beneficial for insomnia, neuralgia, lumbago, and stomach-related problems. * Kid’s Pool & Running Water Pool The Kid’s Pool is shallow and has been specially designed to ensure child safety. Its design is pastel-colored and inspired by children’s books. There are various water toys available so children can have fun in the water. The infants’ pool is even shallower, so parents can introduce their babies to water in a comfortable environment. Although the pool is very shallow for adults, it is a perfect place for parents and kids to have fun together. You can float lazily along the running water pool, which has the ambience of the Caribbean during the 17th century. You can have a relaxing time floating past waterfalls and stone bridges. *Relax Room and Sleeping Room: Take a nap here if you’re tired out after all that fun in the water. - Relax Room has massage machines and “relax capsules” for adults. Visitors can also receive an aromatherapy massage. - In the sleeping room, there are about 50 beach chairs and 10 jade beds. Temperatures in the room remain warm and air purifiers provide clean oxygen, so this is the perfect place for a good sleep. Visitors can rent a large-sized towel here.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Ojangdong Hamheung Naengmyeon’s feature menu item is Hamheung-naengmyeon (Pyeongyang-style chilled buckwheat noodles), a delicacy of North Korea’s Hamgyeongdo region, and has continued to receive wide popularity since 1953. Their diverse menu consists of Hamheung-naengmyeon, mul-naengmyeon (buckwheat noodles in a chilled broth), wangmandu (large steamed dumplings), and more.Hamheung-naengmyeon is a specialty dish that was passed down from Hamgyeongdo long ago, where the cold noodles are made with starch, then mixed with red pepper paste and raw skate. If the dish is too spicy for your taste, try eating it with muchojeorim (shredded radish in vinegar) to cool your tongue. The muchojeorim is a side dish that can be refilled, free of charge.Other popular menu items include mul-naengmyeon, bibim-naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles mixed with red pepper paste), and the enormously large wangmandu stuffed with meat and vegetables.