Seoul(Songpa-gu) , Jamsil(Lotte World)

This is a specialty restaurant of fresh swellfish dishes that have been loved by customers for the past 35 years. Crispy, moist radishes and leeks, and the taste of soup made from sea tangle are memorable. This place gets quite busy during the winter so it is better to make reservations in advance.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Opened on April 1, 1981, Arko Arts Theater’s mission statement is to “boost performance art, obtain performance space to promote its popularity among the public, and support stages to pure art organizations facing financial difficulties."Over the last 24 years, it has made immense contributions to the development of Korean performance art. By the end of 2004, the theater offered 20,581 performances and attracted over 4 million visitors.As the center of performance art, the theater also began to attract a slew of small theaters and has played a pivotal role in promoting performance art and populating Dongsung-dong with artist. Currently, Daehakro (College Street) is home to over 58 theaters that offer colorful performances every day, making it the focal point of performance art in Korea.Large performance hall, children's playroom, small performance hall, practice room pianos, visual equipment (TV and VTR recording), audio equipment (recording, music/effects editing), stages (revolving state, elevated state, and orchestra pit), lobbies (first and second floor of large performance hall and small performance hall) 


Gyeonggi-do(Goyang-si) , Ilsan

Situated behind MBC Dream Center (Janghang-dong, Ilsan), Western Dom is one of the most popular places in Ilsan along with Lafesta, an open street shopping mall. Western Dom (B2F to 10F) houses over 500 shops offering international food, clothing, accessories and cosmetics; it also boasts the Multiplex Cinema (with one IMAX screen) and the Western Tower, a luxury office town.Introducing the concept of “Modern-style Traditional Market,” Western Dom offers diverse items by themes, displayed at over 100 stalls. The building is designed to ease the flow of foot traffic and is decorated with a wide array of works by local artists. Its ceiling showcases colorful lighting at night and its spacious main square offers exciting events and performances year-round. Near Western Dom are shopping malls (e.g. Lotte Department Store and Homever), Lake Park, Migwan Square, and Jeongbalsan Park. 


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(Jongno-gu)

Gyeonggyojang House is located in Pyeong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul. It is regarded as a historic site, and used to be an office and place of residence until Baekbeom Kim Koo, a leading figure during the Korean provisional government, was assassinated on June 26, 1949. He had previously returned from China in November, 1945. The house is one of three locations where activities critical to the foundation of a democratic government took place, prior to the government’s establishment (the other two are Lee Seungman's Ihwajang House and Kim Gyusik's Samcheongjang House).Choe Changhak, who gained money from a gold mine, built the Japanese-style Gyeonggyojang House covering a ground area of 5,237 ㎡ (1,584 pyeong) and a total floor area of 876 ㎡ (265 pyeong) from Basement Level 1 to Ground Floor 2 in 1938. Choe Changhak offered the house to Kim Koo as a place of residence at the time of Korean Independence on August 15. Its original name was Jukcheomjang, a Japanese name, and Kim Koo changed it to its current name, which derives from a nearby bridge. The Gyeonggyojang House has been owned by Kangbuk Samsung Medical Center (Formerly Goryeo Hospital) since 1968.


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

Votre Maison is a French restaurant featuring a comfortable and warm ambience like the name of restaurant signifies, meaning your house and family in French.


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Seoul(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong

CJ E&M invests $21 million into their upcoming K-pop project 'Boys24'   The company CJ E&M has just announced the launch of their jumbo-sized K-pop project 'Boys24'. They have invested 25 billion won (nearly $21 million U.S.) into this project, so it really is jumbo-sized to say the least. This will be a new K-pop performance project where 24 specially selected male trainees, after passing an audition and receiving training, will hold live performances for 365 days straight at their permanently established concert venue. 'Liveworks Company', which Shinhwa's Hyesung and Minwoo are in, will take part in management. 'Boys24' will begin their K-pop performances in August at the Popcorn Hall in the Mesa Building in Myeongdong, Seoul. There will be a variety of performances as the showcase performances are said to be joined with 'Cirque de Soleil'. There will be K-pop, musicals, acrobatics and more joined together for all kinds of content, which is predicted to attract foreign tourists. And before the performances begin in August, there will be a broadcast revealing the audition program, featuring the selection process, training and performance preparations. The company explains that this isn't a debut of a new idol group, but a new kind of Hallyu performance.       ​


Busan(Seo-gu)

Located a mere 3km from downtown Busan, Songdo Beach is a popular escape for the area’s city dwellers each summer. Opened in 1913 as Korea’s first official beach, the beach was named “Songdo” (meaning “Pine Island”) in reference to its bordering groves of pine trees. The beach began to gain popularity in the 1960s for its graceful coastlines, but was damaged by frequent hurricanes and subsequent sand loss. Starting in 2000, the beach underwent a comprehensive 5-year reconstruction and reopened with restored and expanded coastlines and the addition of several fountains. Songdo Beach is particularly beloved for its romantic summer night view and as host of the popular Busan Sea Festival and spirited Hyeonin Singing Festival. Nearby attractions include Busan’s famed Jagalchi Seafood Market and Amnam Park.


Busan(Haeundae-gu) , Haeundae

Geumsubokguk was the first restuarant to introduce blowfish soup in Korea. At the restuarant, various blowfish dishes are available. While there are many branches, the Busan main restuarant is a must-visit for tourists who wish to sample the delicacies of Korea.


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