The Link Seoul, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, has officially opened in Seoul’s bustling Sindorim district, offering a unique blend of Scandinavian minimalism and Korean cultural influences. The hotel boasts 141 stylish rooms, diverse dining options, versatile event spaces, and a prime location near the Gocheok Sky Dome and Seoul’s subway network, making it ideal for both leisure and business travelers.
The Last of the Sea Women is a captivating documentary that follows the lives of the haenyeo, a group of extraordinary women who free dive for seafood off the coast of Jeju Island in South Korea. The film sheds light on their remarkable strength, resilience, and deep connection to the ocean, while highlighting the challenges they face as their traditional way of life is threatened.
The Travel Show 2024 in Seoul is set to be a major event for the travel industry, connecting 50,000 eager Korean travelers with exhibitors showcasing diverse travel packages and destinations. This international travel fair will provide a platform for promoting global tourism, showcasing the resurgence of South Korea as a leading destination for travelers worldwide.
The K-Royal Culture Festival, celebrating its 10th anniversary, will take place from October 9 to 13 at Seoul’s four iconic royal palaces, showcasing a vibrant mix of traditional and modern Korean cultural experiences, with a special focus on the beauty and significance of Hanbok.
The Chuseok holiday in Korea sees a surge in international patients seeking cosmetic surgery, particularly stem cell-based procedures. Driven by K-Beauty trends and advanced technology, Korean clinics offer natural, long-lasting results, attracting patients from Japan, China, and the US.
Korea, China, and Japan have announced a joint plan to boost tourism, aiming for 40 million annual exchanges between the three nations by 2030. The ambitious goal was unveiled at the 10th Korea-China-Japan Tourism Ministerial Meeting in Kobe, Japan. The ministers discussed strategies for sustainable tourism, post-pandemic recovery, and revitalizing local tourism.
This article explores three books that delve into the complexities of the Japanese-Korean relationship, particularly in the context of historical injustices and ongoing discrimination. ‘The Fukuda Village Incident: The Untold Tragedy of the Great Kanto Earthquake,’ ‘Darling is a Netouyo: A Korean Exchange Student’s Story,’ and ‘Pachinko’ offer powerful narratives that shed light on the suffering of Korean communities in Japan, prompting reflection on the importance of acknowledging and confronting historical wrongs.
The inaugural India-Korea Friendship Night, hosted by the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) in Chennai, celebrated the independence of both nations and showcased the growing cultural and diplomatic ties between India and Korea. The event featured a vibrant mix of cultural performances, traditional Korean cuisine, and lucky draws, fostering a strong foundation for future collaborations.
India, as the world’s leading producer, consumer, and exporter of spices, has requested information from food safety regulators in Singapore and Korea regarding the ban imposed on specific spices from Indian brands MDH and Everest due to quality concerns. The commerce ministry has instructed Indian embassies in both countries to submit detailed reports on the matter. Additionally, the ministry is seeking clarification from MDH and Everest regarding the alleged presence of pesticide ‘ethylene oxide’ beyond permissible limits in their banned products.
