Seoul(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong

Platform Place Myeong-dong Branch first opened in November 2011 on the main street of Myeong-dong in Jung-gu, Seoul. As a specialty select shop selling various imported brands that are not officially distributed in Korea, among many fashion selections, Platform Place carries products of Saint James, an imported brand with a long history, and somewhat unfamiliar labels such as YMC, Lavenham, Herschel, and Veja as well as various fashion sundries and living goods, mostly targeting Korean and foreign tourists visiting the area. Everywhere on display are cute, colorful interior goods. The store is shaped long, so from the entrance, displays are divided on both walls and in the center; the modern interior design and product display combined make shopping very pleasant. The display in the center is filled with new arrivals, brands on sale, and trendy looks recommended by celebrities. Foreign language service is available all day long. The store is open daily except on Chuseok and Lunar New Year’s Day. Parking is usually difficult in Myeong-dong, but the Platform Place, which is located close to Myeong-dong Station on Seoul Subway Line No. 4, is easily accessible by public transportation.


Gyeonggi-do(Paju-si) , Paju(Heyri Art valley)

Nestled at the foot of Gamaksan Mountain (alt. 675 m), Sanmeoru Farm produces Korean wild grapes and drinks made with Korean wild grapes from its wonderful natural environment. Tourists can visit a processing facility, fermentation room, underground ripening room, a basement tunnel full of wine barrels, and may also sample its products. Also, various hands-on programs include making wine, jam, pudding, natural soap, and others. There is also an automobile camping site which makes a perfect place to find respite from people's everyday lives.


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

If you are looking for a place to enjoy some homemade-style snacks while in Korea, Mom's Cookie is a definate stop to make. Located close to Seoul Nat'l Univ. of Education Station on Seoul Subway Line 2, it's very accessible and offers a unique activity for visitors to partake in. Equipped with a friendly and cozy interior, visitors to the shop can decorate their own sugar cookies and then take them home. Many young couples and families on mommy-daughter outings frequent the shop to create special presents for their loved ones. There are even more sweets listed on the menu, with their most popular treat being brownies topped with ice cream.


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Gyeongju-si)

Located in the middle of the Bomun Tourist Complex in Gyeongju, Commodore Hotel has been in service for over 20 years. Its unique interiors and exteriors, influenced by Buddhism, regularly attract film makers and photographers. The hotel is also popular because of its location in Gyeongju, the ancient city full of historical treasures as the capital of the Silla Kingdom. In addition, popular promenades or hiking trails are located around Bomun Lake, just a five minute walk from the hotel.


Jeju-do(Seogwipo-si) , Seogwipo

KAL Hotel Seogwipo has 225 guestrooms and suites with 200 car parking spaces. Some of the rooms offer a beautiful ocean view, while the others a spectacular mountain view. In addition, the hotel is equipped with four functional rooms of varying sizes suitable for diverse occasions, Korean, Japanese and Western cuisine resturants, lobby lounge, observation lounge, barbeque site & garden, fitness center, tennis courts and jogging track. Moreover, the hotel offers discounts on several different tourist programs such as daily island tour, horseback riding and skin/scuba diving, and submarine cruises.


Chungcheongnam-do(Buyeo-gun)

This granite pagoda from the late Baekje period in Buyeo-eup, Buyeo-gun, Chungcheongnam-do has been designated as National Treasures No. 9. It is generally known as the ‘Baekje 5-story Pagoda.’In the past, it would have been called ‘Pyeongjetap.’ As one of two extant Baekje pagodas, this stone pagoda itself is a precious artifact and very important in establishing the lineage of Korean stone pagoda patterns. With refined and creative features, this pagoda exemplifies the beauty and elegance that were imitated in pagodas built in later periods.


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

From Gangnam to various major cities in the nation, a new express train known as SRT (Super Rapid Train) was introduced in December 9, 2016. Presently, the SRT offers train services that depart from Suseo Station in Seoul to Busan and Mokpo Station.  


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

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