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Caribbean culture, hotel mergers among travel trends

A couple of developments in the travel industry have been making headlines recently. They may not be in the biggest type, but they’re notable. They’ve gotten me thinking. They’re indicators, I think,...

Jul 1, 2016
Travel
[Around the hotels] Round up of hotel events and news

Escape summer heat at the Ritz-Carlton Seoul The Ritz-Carlton Seoul presents Sunday Escape package for guests seeking a relaxing Sunday break. The package includes 12-hour stay at the Superior Delu...

Jul 1, 2016
Travel
[Weekender] Ghost hunting in the dark alleys of Seoul

Thrill-seekers visit haunted areas to discover spirits that linger after death

Jul 1, 2016
Travel
N.Y. installation takes visitors on tour of Italy

NEW YORK (AP) -- If visiting Italy isn’t on your agenda, a 360-degree video installation in New York City of the country’s magnificent landmarks may whet your appetite. Called "Panorama," the wrap-a...

Jun 29, 2016
Travel
Mungyeong Rail Bike to extend operating hours

North Gyeongsang Province’s tourist attraction Mungyeong Rail Bike will extend its operating hours from July 2, the Mungyeong Tourism Promotion Corporation announced Tuesday. According to the MTPC, ...

Jun 28, 2016
Travel
[Around the hotels] Round up of hotel events and news

Midsummer night’s getaway at W Seoul-Walkerhill W Seoul-Walkerhill is offering a signature summer cocktail promotion 2016 W Tiki Night, featuring Polynesian cocktails and an exotic atmosphere at Wo...

Jun 24, 2016
Travel
[Travel Bits] Round up of travel news from around the world

Buyeo Seodong Lotus Festival The annual Buyeo Seodong Lotus Festival is a celebration of all thing lotus flowers, while highlighting the importance of preserving wild flowers. As part of the festiva...

Jun 24, 2016
Travel
Rome makes history shine for visitors

ROME — Buongiorno, my hundreds of fellow tourists crowding the Trevi Fountain on this bright spring day. Doesn’t it look magnificent? Isn’t it grand? Aren’t you happy to be the first high-season tour...

Jun 17, 2016
Travel
[Travel Bits] Round up of travel news from around the world

‘Fun Taipei’ all-inclusive discounted travel package In an effort to promote travel to Taiwan’s bustling capital city of Taipei, Fun Taipei has unveiled is new all-inclusive discounted travel packag...

Jun 17, 2016
Travel
[Around the hotels] Round up of hotel events and news

Exotic summer vacation at Imperial Palace Seoul Hotel Imperial Palace Seoul Hotel presents Midsummer Night Package from July 16 to Aug. 31, presenting a perfect summer vacation at the exotic outdoor...

Jun 17, 2016
Travel
Nami Island visited by 7% of foreign tourists in Korea

Jun 13, 2016
Travel
Osaka remains most popular destination among Korean summer vacationers

Japan's Osaka remained the top overseas destination for South Korean summer vacationers for the second consecutive year in 2016, data released by a local tour agency showed Sunday. Osaka was followe...

Jun 12, 2016
Travel
[Travel Bits] Round up of travel news from around the world

American Airlines to reward based on dollars, not miles American Airlines announced it will no longer reward its airlines members with perks based on how many miles they fly, rather with how much p...

Jun 10, 2016
Travel
[Weekender] Fun in the sun: Events to brighten up your vacation

Looking for places to go during summer vacation? The Korea Herald has compiled a list of interesting festivals across the peninsula for visitors to see, taste and enjoy the summer fun. Boryeong Mud ...

Jun 10, 2016
Travel
1,000 Chinese tourists to visit Seoul to enjoy Korean traditional custom 'Dano'

As many as 1,000 Chinese tourists will visit South Korea's capital city this week to experiences first hand Korea's seasonal customs of "Dano" which falls on Thursday, the Seoul metropolitan governme...

Jun 8, 2016
Travel

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