Ski Resorts

There are thirteen ski resorts in Korea. Each resort continuously updates its facilities for a safe but exciting skiing and snowboarding experience for their guests.

Fun Ski & Snow Festival

From December, 2008 through March, 2009, the “Fun Ski & Snow Festival” will be held in Yongpyong and Muju Resorts. Many tourists from Southeast Asian countries stay for 3 nights to enjoy skiing and various events that are provided by the resorts. This ski tour program includes daytime activities such as ski instruction, amateur ski competitions, snowboard competitions, and sledding competitions, while featuring some nighttime events like Korea traditional dance and music performances.

Enjoy the Christmas and New Year Season in Korea

If you looking for something special to do with your significant other, family, friends, or yourself, then head to the most romantic and exciting parts of Seoul to make your year-end party and New Year’s memorable. More

How about enjoying Christmas on ice, hand in hand with your family or loved one? Make this year’s Christmas special on ice just like the beautiful scenes you see in movies.

Previously known as the Luminarie, the lights festival has been renamed as Luce Vista. The brilliant lights brightening the nights in Seoul create the ultimate Christmas atmosphere. The lights festival is to be shared with family, friends, and loved ones, and is also a time to share with those less fortunate, making your Christmas more meaningful. On snowy days, Luce Vista is even more beautiful.

There’s more to see and do in Korea during Winter! Here’s what you can do.

Happening hotspots in Seoul

From Daehangno to Sinchon to E-dae to Apgujeong Check out these hotspots for great restaurants, shopping, performing arts and uniquely Korean shops. Daehangno is also known as College Street. On the former campus of Seoul National University now lie Marronier Park and various cultural arts centers, thus turning the landscape of Daehakno into one that is rich in culture and the arts. The Literary Arts Hall, Dongsung Art Center, Batangol Art Center as well as major theatrical exhibition centers and approximately 300 small movie theaters fill the streets of this culturally rich area. Many quaint cafes, unique restaurants, and pubs are scattered throughout this area.

In the heart of Sinchon you can find Yonsei University, surrounded by other famous schools such as Ewha Womans University, Sogang University, and Hongik University. The area is youthful and full of energy. You can find everything here, including Sinchon Hyundai Department Store, discount marts, innumerable trendy stores to shop at, and every kind of restaurant and bar that you could imagine.

The E-dae Ap area has been established for quite some time. Situated just in front of Ewha Womens University, this area has been greatly influenced by the female population boasting a cutting edge fashion district and a wide variety of eateries.

If you want to see what's in vogue in Korea, then you must venture to the area of Apgujeong, located in the neighborhood across from Galleria Department Store. In the early 1990’s, this area was known to cater to the luxurious culture of its young affluent residents. These days the streets of Apgujeong are filled with stores featuring the latest trends from fashion to home decorating, and is known as ‘the place to be’ for young Koreans. The trends are set in Apgujeong. Many people look for the famous street 'Apgujeong Rodeo Drive' for the latest high-end fashions. This area is centered around department stores, shops, movie theaters, restaurants, upscale cafes, and parks.

Nightlife in Seoul

Seoul is a city that never sleeps. Go shopping, dining, clubbing, touring and watch non-verbal arts performances in the capital city. Visit Daehangno, a street of youth and theatres, is always bustling with the exuberance of the young. In the evening, neon signs are lit one after another and the streets are filled with people visiting all kinds of places of interest. During the weekend, the Maronnier Park and its surroundings turn into a stage of performance for young talents. Mt. Namsan is located at the heart of Seoul, and on top of the mountain sits Seoul Tower from which all of downtown Seoul can be observed. Also, major downtown districts such as Myeong-dong and Jongno, and tourist spots like Deoksugung, Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung palaces, and Jongmyo Shrine are located near Mt. Namsan, making it ideal for a combined tour. Itaewon, located in Seoul, is one of the most unique and ethnically mixed areas in Seoul. Many foreign travelers visit this area for the shopping, food, and wide variety of nightlife.

Saunas & Spas

Each country has its own definition of a hot spring. In Korea , a natural spring issuing water warmer than 25°C and containing beneficial substances is defined as a hot spring . Depending on substances contained in the water, a hot spring bath may be effective in treating various disorders such as high blood pressure or skin disease. Hot spring baths are generally good for both health and beauty as the warm water stimulates blood circulation and the discharge of harmful toxins within the body.

A hot spring spa is ideal during colder temperatures in the fall or winter. However, you can enjoy hot spring spas all the year round at any of the various hot spring theme parks in addition to regular hot spring spas. There are also hot spring theme parks where you can enjoy recreational facilities as wesll, hot springs with a jjimjilbang (a Korean sauna), and hot springs where you can meet “Doctor Fish”.

Movie and Drama Filming Locations

Korean TV dramas and movies have been popular in Singapore over the last few years. If you are a fan of Hallyu, don’t miss out visiting the film locations of Full House, My Girl, Daejanggeum, My Lovely Samsoon, Princess Hours, Couple of Trouble, Jumong and much more.

Food and Beyond Seoul

Korean Food:

Taste the essence of Korea. A trip to Korea is not complete until you try many of the tasty and unique Korean cuisine. Find out what Korea food is, how to eat Korean food and find out where some of the best gourmet restaurants are in Seoul. From Kimchi, to Royal Cuisine, to Festive Foods and so much more.

Beyond Seoul :

• Gyeonggi-do embraces Incheon and Seoul . It offers a variety of beautiful tourist attractions and cultural facilies along Hangang River .
• Gangwon-do has full of natural attractions because it is flanked by the sea and mountains. There are countless ski resorts in this province during winter due to the heavy snowfall on the mountains.
• Chungcheongnam-do is well-known for its hot springs
• Chungcheongbuk-do is the only inland province in the nation. It is abundant in cultural heritages and natural tourist attractions.
• Gyeongsangbuk-do – The Buddhist culture of the Silla Kingdom and the Confusian culture of the Joseon Dynasty are well preserved here.
• Gyeongsangnam-do is rich in tourist sites particularly mountains and natural marine parks.
• Jeollabuk-do is bountiful in tradition cultural heritages and historical sites. It is famous for Jeonju, a city famous for delicate and delectable food.
• Jeollanam-do is rich in Korean folk customs. Traditional cultural practices such as pansori (Korean opera) are well preserved here.
• Jeju-do is the premier tourist destination because of its stunning natural scenery and superior tourist amenties. Scenic beaches, waterfalls, cliffs and caves lie in harmony, and the mild weather makes it an even more ideal destination.

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