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Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul has re-opened its spectacular outdoor ice skating rink for the winter season. Ever since its opening in 1996, the rink has served as one of the city`s most popular venues for winter skating - the rink`s unique setting boasts commanding views of the Han River and an endless expanse of twinkling lights from the city below.

The ice rink is open from 12-9 p.m. from Monday-Thursday, and from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. on Fridays and weekends.

Entry costs from 11,000 won to 23,000 won.



Hyatt Regency Incheon

Hyatt Regency Incheon offers 2009 Grand Christmas Tickets that include a Sunday lunch for two, plus a good chance to win prizes up until Dec. 15.

The modern fairy-tale-inspired grand prize includes a limousine pick-up from anywhere in Seoul to Jamsil, a helicopter flight from Jamsil to the hotel, a Christmas dinner prepared by its executive chef, a one-night stay in a Deluxe room with a spectacular night view of the new Incheon Bridge or the Incheon Airport, round-trip air tickets for two to Bali, Indonesia, and three-nights` stay at Grand Hyatt Bali.

Prize winners will be announced on Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. at the hotel`s Vy Bar during a special cocktail reception.

Tickets are 150,000 won. For more information and to enter, please call 032-745-1714.



InterContinental Hotels Seoul

InterContinental Hotels Seoul proudly introduce its December Ballet Package, which includes a romantic night stay and tickets for two to "Swan Lake" (R seats worth 160,000 won) or "The Nutcracker" (R seats worth 140,000 won) from Nov. 27-Dec. 20.

In addition, this special package not only provides a perfect chance to watch an amazing performance, but also a ballet DVD from Universal Music and complementary access to hotel`s fitness club.

The package costs from 279,000 won to 359,000 won. For details and reservations, call (02) 577-7777.



Millennium Seoul Hilton

Millennium Seoul Hilton is offering Seoul urbanites a unique opportunity to enjoy a winter getaway without getting away from the city. The hotel is offering several different winter packages, available from 175,000 won up to 435,000 won.

These packages offer Millennium Seoul Hilton`s comfortable and luxurious guest rooms and suites, as well as its five-star service and amenities, at a discounted price. All packages include complimentary use of the swimming pool and fitness center, including weekday aerobics classes. For additional information or to make reservations, please call (02) 317-3000.



Imperial Palace Hotel

Imperial Palace Hotel invites chefs to present traditional Filipino cuisine from Imperial Palace Waterpark Resort & Spa in Cebu, Philippines, which opened in September, until Dec. 24.

Diverse dishes including well-known lechon kawali (pan-roasted pork) and chicken adobo, will be featured during the period. For more information and reservations, call (02) 3440-8000.



Lotte Hotel Jeju

Lotte Hotel Jeju, located at Korea`s southernmost point of Seogwipo, where palm trees create a semitropical setting, opens its ice rink for the third year on Dec. 5. This year`s rink has a 300-pyong skating surface, skate rental booth, lockers, resting area and restaurant.

Through March 1, the Lotte Ice Rink will be open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Entry is 20,000 won. It includes a skate rental. A discount of 10 percent is offered to Lotte Hotel Jeju guests. For inquiries, call (064) 731-1000.



Seoul Plaza Hotel

The hotel is offering a new spa package, Calm & Peace, for a perfect relaxation through Feb. 28. The spa package includes a relaxing stay at a guestroom and a spa treatment at Plaza Spa Club, which is the first medical spa available at a five-star hotel in Seoul. The package enables guests to relax their tired bodies and minds from the hectic pace of their day-to-day lives.

Packages are priced at 270,000 won and 490,000 won, respectively. For inquires and reservations, call (02) 310-7710.