Jeollanam-do(Hwasun-gun)

Within 40 minutes from Gwangju, Hwasun Kumho Resort is nestled in a greenbelt among Mudeungsan Mountain, Gwangjuho Lake, Dongbok Lake, Hwasun Hot Springs, Baegasan Mountain, and Jogyesan Mountain. The resort is one of the best hot springs and consists of spa baths, an aqua pool, outdoor swimming pool, cozy condo facilities and various recreational facilities. Also, the newly built Aquana Water Park attracts more visitors as a vacation spot for the hot springs. The water of facilities contains minerals such as lithium that helps neuralgia and atopic dermatitis. The resort offers karaoke, a bowling alley, a grand hall, a small hall, and a seminar room that is suitable for international conferences or various parties.


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Andong-si)

This hanok was built by Ryu Jin-geol, also known by his pen name Suae, in 1939. It is located beside the head household of the Sugok Clan who were part of the Jeonju Ryu family. When you enter the lofty, 5-kan*-high gate, you will find 3 buildings that measure 29 kans in total. Suaedang House has a gabled-roof, and is composed of a 7-by-2-kan residential area, and a 10-kan shed, which are situated together in a ㄱ-shape. The hanok was used as an ancestral memorial hall, and later designated as the 56th Cultural Relic of Gyeongsangbuk-do. It has been well preserved, as it was built with sturdy pine usually found in the Chunyang region. The patterns on the lattice doors have peculiar shapes, and the house as a whole faithfully embodies the architectural technique of the late Joseon Dynasty. (*Kan: a traditional measurement that corresponds to the space between two columns)


Gangwon-do(Hwacheon-gun)

Situated in Aemakgol (Dongchon-ri, Hwacheon-eup), this spacious dam is a popular destinations for those visiting the area near the DMZ. Built against possible North Korean water attacks, the dam curbs the upstream Bukhangang River. With the development of nearby tourism resources (including the Iron Triangle, Yanggu Punch Bowl Battle Battlefield, and the Goseong Unification Observatory), the dam has become a favorite tourist attraction in recent years. 


Chungcheongnam-do(Cheonan-si)

Metro Hotel is located in Cheonan, a city known for its business districts and technology industry. Not just another tourist hotel, Metro Hotel aims at providing guests with an experience characterized by culture experiences and maximum comfort.Rooms are divided into two stories. On the first floor are a microwave, water purifier, and a large sofa, making the first floor a possible venue for casual business meetings. The bedroom is located on the second floor. At the hotel, even the standard rooms are spacious and have high-quality furniture, setting new levels for “standard” rooms everywhere. The deluxe room has a balcony from which guests can enjoy a beautiful view of the city. Rooms also offer a whirlpool bathtub and a personal safe.The hotel offers a number of extras that make guests feel like they are right at home. In addition to a carefully prepared morning buffet, guests can also dine on mouth-watering lunch dishes at the hotel’s restaurant for a reasonable price. For long-term guests or business travelers, the hotel also offers luggage storage facilities.In addition to its many convenient design elements and amenities, Metro Hotel also offers a prime location in close proximity to the Cheonan Station Plaza. The hotel is only 5 minutes away from the bus terminal and 15 minutes away from the KTX station. The Industrial Complex is also only 15 minutes from the hotel. Cheonan Tollgate, the downtown district, and the region’s universities are nearby as well, making the hotel a popular choice among both business guests and those touring the area.


Gyeongsangnam-do(Namhae-gun)

The Hilton Namhae Golf and Spa Resort first opened in 2006, and is a haven of comfort and relaxation. The sleek modern design of the hotel expresses nature in its simplest form. The resort is equipped with an 18-hole PGA championship golf course, a high-quality spa, and many other services. The Hilton Namhae Golf and Spa Resort offers views of the ocean, islands, and golf course even from the lower level guestrooms. The resort’s facilities include one of Korea’s only seaside golf courses, along with spa facilities, restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool and more.


Jeollanam-do(Jindo-gun)

Modo Island was once called Ttiseom because of the Ttipul grasses on the island. Ttipul is type of grass native to Korea. It was also called Ttiseom because there were many houses with thatched roofs made with dried Ttipul on the island. The name Modo means Ttiseom in Chinese characters. Every year when the sea parts to reveal a path betwen Modo Island and Jindo Island, the Yeongdeungje ritual is held to wish for a good catch and blessings. It is also a local tradition for people from Jindo and Modo to meet on the sea path to catch clams, seaweed, and octopus. At the starting point of the path, there is statue of Grandma Ppong whom the legend of the Jindo sea-parting phenomenon was based on. * Size: 0.21 ㎢ * Length of the coastline: 2.5 km


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Andong-si)


Chungcheongnam-do(Hongseong-gun)

Namdanghang Port, located at the west end of Hongseong, is a famous west coast port known for its exceptional seafood. Surrounded by the clean waters of Cheonsuman Bay, Namdahang Port is home to a wide array of sea life including blue crab, cockle and webfoot octopus. Namdanghang Port also draws throngs of visitors from early September to mid-October every year for the country’s largest Jumbo Shrimp Festival, which has been held since 1907.A major jumbo shrimp party unfolds along the west coast of Korea from October to November, and as the shrimp are in season, this is the ideal period to enjoy the savory food. The Jumbo Shrimp Festival offers not only food but also various activities for visitors to take part in such as catching clam in the mud flats or even personally catching jumbo shrimp. It also holds a diverse range of events such as traditional rites (rituals for a big catch of fish), fishing boat parades, singing contests as well as hands-on experience programs for catching and peeling jumbo shrimp. Regional products are also sold, making it possible to purchase quality jumbo shrimp at low prices. With much to offer, the festival draws over 700,000 visitors each year.


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Pohang-si)

Located in Hangu-dong in Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Pohang Ferry Terminal is where passengers take a ferry to Ulleung-do. Ferries leaving for islands are usually subject to frequent schedule changes due to wind, waves, and other weather conditions, so visitors must confirm the schedule in advance of departure. As there are no foreign language services on board, international visitors are advised to have a local guide or someone who can speak Korean. There are one or two daily departures for Ulleung-do. The distance is about 217 kilometers, roughly a two to three hour journey. When buying a ferry ticket, visitors must also pay for a terminal usage fee of 1,500 won and an automatic ticketing fee of 600 won (Prices are subject to change).