JEJU, July 12 (Korea Bizwire) — Amid growing frustration over unruly behavior by some foreign tourists in Jeju, a group of elementary school students has stepped forward with a policy proposal aimed at restoring public order and protecting the island’s reputation. The students, all fourth graders at Pyoseon Elementary School, an International Baccalaureate (IB) program, [...]
SEOUL, July 3 (Korea Bizwire) — The annual monsoon season has ended on Jeju Island and in the southern region, the state weather agency said Thursday, as the North Pacific high-pressure front has pushed the stationary front northwest. The Korea Meteorological Administration (KMA) said Jeju and the southern region were freed from the influence of [...]
JEJU, June 14 (Korea Bizwire) — Jeju Island has begun harvesting its signature seasonal delicacy — chotang sweet corn — a favorite summer treat prized for its juicy crunch and natural sweetness. According to the Jeju Agricultural Research and Extension Services, harvesting started in late May with greenhouse-grown crops and has now expanded to open-field tunnel-grown [...]
JEJU, May 31 (Korea Bizwire) — Jeju Island’s renowned Saryeoni Forest Trail, long celebrated as a premier ecotourism destination, has been officially designated a symbol of friendship between South Korea and the Arab world, the provincial government announced Thursday. The designation ceremony, held during the opening of the 17th Saryeoni Forest Eco-Healing Experience, coincided with [...]
JEJU, May 22 (Korea Bizwire) – Jeju Island is ramping up efforts to position itself as a global hub for digital nomads, unveiling a strategic initiative to attract remote workers and foster regional innovation. The initiative will be explored in depth at a dedicated session during the upcoming 20th Jeju Forum for Peace and Prosperity, scheduled [...]
JEJU, April 29, (Korea Bizwire) — Members of Jeju’s newly formed Haenyeo Rescue Unit collected 300 kilograms of marine debris in their first official operation, marking a new chapter in community-led ocean preservation efforts. According to the Jeju Coast Guard on Monday, about 20 members of the Haenyeo Rescue Unit, affiliated with the Jeju Marine [...]
JEJU, South Korea, April 14 (Korea Bizwire) — A combination of viral YouTube content and a hit Netflix series is propelling Jeju Island to new heights as a must-visit destination for Taiwanese tourists, with 2025 shaping up to be another banner year for the South Korean resort island. According to data released by the Jeju [...]
JEJU, South Korea, April 2 (Korea Bizwire) – As the Netflix series When Life Gives You Tangerines (Korean title: Poksak Sokassuda), set against the scenic backdrop of Jeju Island, garners global attention, local authorities are moving swiftly to position Jeju as a premier filming destination. In a bid to strengthen its competitiveness in location-based production, Jeju [...]
SEOUL, March 21 (Korea Bizwire) — The finance ministry said Friday it will ease restrictions on duty-free alcohol purchases for local tourists visiting the southern resort island of Jeju. Under the revised regulations, the current two-bottle limit will be removed, while the overall allowance remains at up to 2 liters of duty-free alcoholic beverages, with [...]
JEJU, South Korea, March 18 (Korea Bizwire) — In response to a recent uptick in crimes involving foreign nationals, the Jeju Provincial Police Agency has launched a sweeping 100-day public safety campaign aimed at strengthening oversight of the island’s visa-free entry system and curbing illegal activities. The initiative, led by Deputy Commissioner Jeong Seong-su, will run [...]