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North Gyeongsang Unveils Bold Plan to Transform Coastal Economy with Salmon Farming, Year-Round Tourism

North Gyeongsang Unveils Bold Plan to Transform Coastal Economy with Salmon Farming, Year-Round Tourism

ANDONG, Nov. 15 (Korea Bizwire) – North Gyeongsang Province announced on November 14 a comprehensive “Maritime and Fisheries Transformation” plan aimed at revitalizing its East Sea coastal fishing industry and leisure tourism sector.  The ambitious initiative includes a significant shift in aquaculture strategy, with plans to invest 140 billion won through 2030 to transition from traditional [...]

South Korea Expands Hot Spring Access to Campgrounds in Tourism Push

South Korea Expands Hot Spring Access to Campgrounds in Tourism Push

SEOUL, Nov. 13 (Korea Bizwire) – Hot spring bathing in South Korea will soon extend beyond traditional bathhouses to camping and glamping sites, following new regulatory changes approved by the government. The Ministry of the Interior and Safety announced on November 12 that the Cabinet had passed amendments to the Hot Springs Act enforcement decree, aimed [...]

China’s First-Ever Visa Waiver for South Koreans Could Reshape Asian Tourism Trends

China’s First-Ever Visa Waiver for South Koreans Could Reshape Asian Tourism Trends

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Korea Bizwire) – China’s unprecedented decision to include South Korea in its visa-free policy could redirect the travel patterns of young Korean tourists, who have recently favored Japan as their primary destination in Asia. According to aviation industry sources on November 4, China will implement a visa waiver program for nine countries, including [...]

Jeju Island’s Tourism Appeal Hits Record Low as Domestic Travelers Look Elsewhere

Jeju Island’s Tourism Appeal Hits Record Low as Domestic Travelers Look Elsewhere

JEJU, Aug. 29 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent survey has revealed that interest in traveling to Jeju Island, a popular South Korean tourist destination, hit an all-time low in July, marking a significant shift in domestic tourism trends.  Consumer Insight, a travel research firm, reported on August 28 that only 29% of respondents expressed interest in [...]

Culture Ministry Launches ‘Korean Bucket List’ Event for Foreign Tourists

Culture Ministry Launches ‘Korean Bucket List’ Event for Foreign Tourists

SEOUL, Aug. 13 (Korea Bizwire) — The culture ministry will hold the “Korean Bucket List” event aimed at enriching the travel experience for international tourists. The event, co-hosted by the Korea Tourism Organization, will run from Sept. 1 to Nov. 10 and is designed to showcase the country’s diverse attractions to about 20,000 international tourists, [...]

Japan’s Earthquake Concerns and Rising Yen Spark Anxiety Among South Korean Tourists

Japan’s Earthquake Concerns and Rising Yen Spark Anxiety Among South Korean Tourists

SEOUL, Aug. 12 (Korea Bizwire) – Recent seismic activity in Japan, coupled with warnings of a potential major earthquake, has begun to cast a shadow over South Korea’s robust tourism to its island neighbor. This unease, combined with the strengthening yen, is leading some in the travel industry to speculate that the boom in Japanese tourism, [...]

South Korean Town Revamps Nostalgic Train Station, Boosting Local Tourism

South Korean Town Revamps Nostalgic Train Station, Boosting Local Tourism

 JEONGSEON, Aug. 8 (Korea Bizwire) – The Jeongseon County government in Gangwon Province announced on August 7 its plans to renovate the aging facilities surrounding Najeon Station, a small railway stop that has become an unexpected tourist attraction.  Najeon Station, once a bustling hub when it opened in 1969, saw its fortunes decline with the [...]

Rural South Korean Towns See Tourism Boom Despite Population Decline

Rural South Korean Towns See Tourism Boom Despite Population Decline

SEOUL, Jul. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – In the quiet countryside of South Korea, a surprising trend is emerging. Towns like Gurye in South Jeolla Province, Yangyang in Gangwon Province, and Hadong in South Gyeongsang Province are experiencing a tourism renaissance, despite their dwindling official populations.  These rural communities, each with fewer registered residents than a single [...]

Gangneung Sees Surge in Foreign Tourists, Reflecting South Korea’s Growing Appeal

Gangneung Sees Surge in Foreign Tourists, Reflecting South Korea’s Growing Appeal

GANGNEUNG, Jul. 23 (Korea Bizwire) –  The coastal city of Gangneung, located in South Korea’s Gangwon Province, has experienced a significant increase in foreign individual tourists, according to recent data. A joint initiative by the Gangwon Provincial Government and the city of Gangneung, which offers a specialized taxi service for foreign tourists, reported a 144% year-on-year [...]