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September temple stay program to offer foreign nationals chance to experience Buddhist culture

The two-day, one-night program will open to both tourists and residents at locations around the country, with registration opening in August.

2026.7.30

Foreign tourists are seen in Bukchon Hanok village in central Seoul on July 28.

Seoul city government, Baemin to launch month-long 'Hangangbamping' event

The partnership between the city government and Baemin aims to increase tourists' awareness of Korean delivery platforms' foreigner-friendly services.

2026.7.29

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Tourist arrivals to Korea jump as spending tops 10 trillion won

Korea welcomed 10.71 million foreign visitors in the first half, with card spending rising faster than arrivals and regional destinations drawing more travelers.

2026.7.28

Overseas sales of translated Korean literature hit record 1.2 million copies in 2025

The Literature Translation Institute of Korea attributed the strong performance to the growing demand for a diverse range of translated Korean works rather than just a few best-sellers.

2026.7.28

Kimchi gets U.S. government's endorsement as exports break records

The U.S. federal dietary recommendation is yet another first for Korea's fermented staple as it gains wider traction and more fans across the United States.

2026.7.28

Five free Seoul observation decks for intimate city views off the beaten path

From City Hall’s new Sky Observatory to a hillside skywalk in western Seoul, these overlooked spots offer free, reservation-free views from every corner of the city.

2026.7.27

Mud season opens in Boryeong — in pictures

The annual beach event drew crowds on opening day with new mud tubs, a sea-view infinity pool and nighttime drone shows running through Aug. 9.

2026.7.24

Foreign tourists increasingly flock to Seoul's markets, hiking spots

Foreign visitors are increasingly heading to Seoul’s traditional markets and hiking trails, with Dongdaemun Design Plaza and Mount Acha posting some of the biggest gains.

2026.7.22

South Korean passport power ranks 2nd with visa-free access to 188 countries

A new Henley Passport Index report says South Koreans can enter 188 destinations visa-free or with visa on arrival, tying the country for second worldwide.

2026.7.22

Korea establishes direct air route with Algeria for the first time

Seoul and Algiers agreed on traffic rights for up to four weekly passenger and cargo flights, paving the way for the first direct air link between the two countries.

2026.7.20

Tag: food and travel

food and travel

Latest News

September temple stay program to offer foreign nationals chance to experience Buddhist culture

Seoul city government, Baemin to launch month-long 'Hangangbamping' event

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Actors Moon Geun-young, Jeong Pyeong announce marriage

Kim Go-eun takes top prize at Blue Dragon Series Awards

Tourist arrivals to Korea jump as spending tops 10 trillion won

Overseas sales of translated Korean literature hit record 1.2 million copies in 2025

Kimchi gets U.S. government's endorsement as exports break records

Five free Seoul observation decks for intimate city views off the beaten path

Mud season opens in Boryeong — in pictures

Foreign tourists increasingly flock to Seoul's markets, hiking spots

South Korean passport power ranks 2nd with visa-free access to 188 countries

Korea establishes direct air route with Algeria for the first time