Find inspiration through fragrance, film and faith

In a city always on the move, quiet corners of Seoul invite you to slow down and explore something more personal this weekend — whether it's crafting a signature perfume, sifting through cinematic treasures in a film lover’s basement or rediscovering biblical figures through contemporary art. Craft your signature scent at perfume studio Rettre, a perfume studio, offers an experience that blends creativity, introspection and fragrance. With its one-day perfume-making class, Rettre invites visitor

June 6, 2025

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Four Seasons Hotel Seoul launches summer afternoon tea Four Seasons Hotel Seoul unveiled its 101 Days of Summer Afternoon Tea, available daily until Sept. 9 at the hotel’s Maru lounge. The afternoon tea features locally sourced ingredients and seasonal flavors, blending Korean culture with French techniques. Executive pastry chef Steven Jin offers inventive dishes such as king crab tartlet with Korean cucumber, Peking duck rillette with sweet peaches and summer cherry tartlet. The accompanying 1

June 6, 2025

Sono Hotels & Resorts to open Sol Beach Namhae on July 5

Sono Hotels & Resorts officially opens its newest property, Sol Beach Namhae, on July 5, in Namhae, South Gyeongsang Province. The cliffside resort combines coastal views with terraced Mediterranean-style pastel buildings and offers a range of upscale amenities. The resort includes an infinity pool and Ice Beach, Korea’s first year-round outdoor ice skating rink at a beachfront resort. Both facilities are designed to offer guests scenic experiences day and night. Dining options include Bistro Ge

June 2, 2025

Sands China eyes growing Korean market with opening of Londoner Grand in Macao

Sands China, a Macao-based developer, owner and operator of integrated resorts and casinos, is preparing for the June 8 opening of its newly refurbished Londoner Grand, a key component of the company’s ongoing $1.2 billion transformation of the integrated resort The Londoner Macao. The revamped property aims to appeal to the growing number of premium Korean travelers visiting Macao. In an exclusive interview with The Korea Herald ahead of a showcase event in Seoul on Thursday, Wilfred Wong, exec

June 1, 2025

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Grand Josun Jeju will host a Thai cuisine-themed buffet event in collaboration with Thai dining brand TukTuk Noodle Thai from June 6 to 8. The hotel’s buffet restaurant, Aria, will serve exclusive Thai-inspired dishes using local ingredients from Jeju Island, including yellow crab curry, black sole and citrus salad and Thai mango bingsu. A highlight includes a hands-on cooking class led by a Thai chef, featuring authentic dishes like yam woon sen and nam jim talay. The class runs on June 6 and 7

May 30, 2025

Bukchon emerges as new shopping hot spot in Seoul for global tourists

Nestled between the historical grandeur of the main palace Gyeongbokgung and the winding alleys of traditional hanok, Bukchon is being transformed from a heritage enclave into one of Seoul’s most dynamic shopping destinations, particularly for international travelers. Once known primarily for its well-preserved architecture and cultural significance, Bukchon is now a growing hub for fashion, beauty and fragrance brands. With an influx of flagship stores, limited-edition product launches and expe

May 28, 2025

Michelin-starred Yong Fu opens 1st restaurant in Korea at Jeju Shinhwa World

SEOGWIPO, Jeju Island -- Yong Fu, a celebrated Michelin-starred Chinese restaurant originating from Shanghai, opened its first restaurant in Korea at Jeju Shinhwa World, marking the brand’s official debut in South Korea. The original Yong Fu, founded by Weng Youjun, earned one Michelin star and holds the prestigious Three-Diamond designation from the Black Pearl Restaurant Guide -- a Chinese fine-dining standard comparable to Michelin. The Black Pearl Guide classifies restaurants into three tier

May 24, 2025

Sneakers edge out high heels

In 2025, sneakers aren’t just a staple — they’re the main event. From minimalist streetwear to quiet luxury and even formalwear, they’ve become the unshakable foundation of fashion identity. Once ruled by dress shoes, Korea's style landscape is shifting toward comfort and versatility. No longer bound by the old adage that “beauty comes at a price" — often pain — today’s trendsetters are redefining elegance on their own terms. The towering high heels once endorsed by fashion legends have been det

May 24, 2025

Louis Vuitton unveils final chapter of Murakami re-edition collection

French luxury fashion house Louis Vuitton released the third and final chapter of its much-anticipated Louis Vuitton x Murakami re-edition collection, celebrating its iconic collaboration with contemporary Japanese artist Takashi Murakami. Coinciding with the launch, the brand also unveiled the renewed interior of its East Dosan store in Seoul’s Gangnam district. The collaboration pays tribute to Murakami’s vibrant pop-art style fused with Louis Vuitton’s heritage craftsmanship. This third insta

May 23, 2025

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Maison Glad Jeju launches Luxury Suite Stay Maison Glad Jeju has introduced its Luxury Suite Stay package, available through Sept. 30. The offer includes a one-night stay in a top-floor suite with a range of services. Guests can choose from three suite types: the glad suite (Halla), glad suite (Ara) or presidential suite. The package includes breakfast for four at buffet restaurant Samdajeong, complimentary minibar use and a room service set of a cheese platter and a bottle of wine. Prices start

May 23, 2025