Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Darakjeong has been popular for a long time because of the simple taste of its traditional Mandu (Korean stuffed dumpling). Since its opening in 1991, tasty soup and scrumptious Mandu have been served. A fist-sized Mandu is fully packed with seasoned meat, bean-curd, and various vegetables. Its thick dough makes it chewy and delightful. For one person, “Manduguk”(boiled dumpling soup) is a good choice. The delicious and nourishing taste of Mandu goes well with the sweet, spicy, and fresh taste of the soup. Manduguk is served in a brass bowl which keeps the food warm while eating. For a large-size group, “Mandujeongol” cooked with various vegetables in a casserole is recommended. There are two types of Mandujeongol that have different tastes. The main characteristic of “Kimchi Mandujeongol” is its spicy flavor, which reminds people of the refreshing taste of Kimchi soup, and “Tojang Mandujeongol” expounds on the savory taste of bean-paste soup. Tojang means folk soybean-paste. “Nokdujeon”(a Korean pan-fried dish with green mung bean) is another famous dish at Darakjeong, which is pan-fried with a very light seasoning to emphasize the original taste of Nokdu (green mung bean). Salted oysters with hot pepper are served with Nokdujeon instead of soy sauce, which is a perfect match.


Gyeonggi-do(Uijeongbu-si) , Uijeongbu

The restaurant first opened in 1957 and was renamed to Jidongkwan in 1963. Owned by the same family for 48 years and passed down to the son, it’s one of the best restaurants in Uijeongbu. The restaurant still continues to use only the best ingredients, so the dishes are delicious and savory. The restaurant’s long history means that there are a wide variety of dishes at a wide range of prices. Special Features - A Chinese-Korean chef prepares a wide variety of dishes. - The restaurant uses lemon juice instead of vinegar on food and stock made of chicken bones.


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Gyeongju-si)

Ragung, meaning the Palace of Silla, is a premium hanok hotel which combines traditional housing styles with modern interiors. All independent suites are connected by a corridor. The resort has 16 suites in either the Numaru or Madang style. The Numaru style features a traditional living room that is connected to an Ondol room (room with a heated floor). You can enjoy traditional refreshments in the living room, and on the left side of the living room lies an outdoor spa where you can relax and enjoy the hot tub. The Madang style suites have a traditional courtyard and a large outdoor spa. All the suites are fitted with a bedroom, ondol room, living room, and outdoor spa facility that you can enjoy regardless of season.


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Mungyeong-si)

Seonyudong Gyegok Valley in Mungyeong is longer and more beautiful than the valley of the same name in Goesan. Mount Daeyasan (931 meters high) runs across both valleys, which are 10 kilometers apart from each other. The valley is relatively untouched as it is not yet well known by the public. At the beginning and the end of the trail are Hakcheonjeong and Chirujeong pavilions, respectively. Both sides of the valley are lined with thick forests of ancient pine trees. A number of stone carvings can be found in the forest, and the most famous one reads “Seonyu Gyegok (Seonyu Valley).” It was written by Choi Chi-won (857~?), a leading scholar of the Silla Kingdom.


Gyeonggi-do(Hwaseong-si)

Located 30 minutes from Seoul, LA VIE D'OR Resort & Country Club is a large (330,578 meters square) leisure complex appropriate for visitors of all ages. In addition to Western and Korean-style guestrooms, the resort offers Korean, Chinese, and Western restaurants, an expertly landscape golf driving range, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, numerous sports facilities, and a sauna. Reminiscent of European architecture, the ivory-colored resort (B1-17F) is designed to harmonize with the region’s natural beauty. Attractions such as Yungneung, Geolleung, and the Yongju Temple are only 5 minutes away and many other tourist locations are within a 30-minute drive.


Gangwon-do(Cheorwon-gun)

Cheorwon Peace Observatory offers a panoramic view of the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone separating North and South Korea) in the central forward area of Cheorwon-gun, Gangwon-do. From this observatory, one can see the Cheorwon plain, areas of the DMZ, and even North Korea. Photos of the 2nd Infiltration Tunnel, military barracks, checkpoints, and the DMZ are exhibited here. Visitors can easily get to the observatory using the 50-person monorail, see the remains of the ancient Taebongguk (nation), and even see the faces of North Korean soldiers through binoculars.


Jeollabuk-do(Jeonju-si)

The Jeonju National Museum hosts the Jageun Munhwa Festival to celebrate Seollal, Lunar New Year's Day, and Daeboreum, the day of the first full moon of the year. The museum prepares various cultural events and seasonal traditional games in order to give visitors an opportunity to participate in traditional cultural events and customs. Before the festival, there are diverse Korean folk games like jegichagi (Korean hacky sack), kite-fyling, a top-spinning game, and yutnori. During the Seollal holiday, visitors can enjoy movies, making an official hat of gilt bronze, and sharing ddeokguk (rice-cake soup). Also, a wide range of hands-on programs will be offered like making folk crafts, writing a family motto, and more. On the Daeboreum (the day of the first full moon of the year), a pungmul band (percussion band) will perform to drive away evil spirits and daljip (brushwood) will be burned as part of the finale.


Jeollanam-do(Wando-gun)

Designated as the first Slow City in Asia, Cheongsando in Wando-gun hosts the annual Cheongsando Slow Walk Festival. The festival is held every April, which is the best time of the year to enjoy the canola blossoms and barley with the sea in the background. During the festival, visitors can participate in various cultural events and exhibitions, and enjoy the spring scenery.


Seoul(Gangnam-gu)

Chee Hong is a Guangdong and Shanghai-style Chinese restaurant. It serves Chinese cuisine modified with a modern style. The restaurant also houses plenty of rooms perfect for business meetings and family gatherings.


Gangwon-do(Chuncheon-si)

Held for the first time in 1989, the Chuncheon Puppet Festival is celebrating its 27th anniversary this year. Aside from the puppet performances, there will also be plenty of side events to entertain children and adults alike.