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Iceland: the quirky home of Bobby Fischer, Bjork and the Blue Lagoon

The Blue Lagoon near Reykjavik, Iceland, is one of the country’s iconic experiences. (Detroit Free Press/MCT) REYKJAVIK, Iceland ― This is the only country that gives you a bath before they send y...

Updated : 2013.04.19 20:39

Psy introduces Korea to the world

Psy introduces Korean food in a TV commercial. (Korea Tourism Organization) Having become a global star, Psy is now officially promoting Korea to the world. He has been appointed a public relations...

Updated : 2013.04.16 19:41

Asia to see growth in travel despite political tensions

The Asia travel market will continue to grow despite lingering political tensions, including territorial disputes and more recently, the North Korean issue, according to Peter Yang, marketing directo...

Updated : 2013.04.12 21:31

Two hotels in Gangwon join Benikea

Chuncheon Hotel and Hotel Biz Inn in Gangwon Province have joined the Benikea chain of hotels, certified by the Korea Tourism Organization. Benikea chain hotels are a group of reasonably priced hotel...

Updated : 2013.04.12 21:30

Hawaii releases ‘Infinite Challenge’ package

The Hawaiian Tourism Board has released a travel package that includes activities that members of MBC show “Infinite Challenge” experienced for their special episode in Hawaii. The weekend show film...

Updated : 2013.04.12 21:30

Welcome to the Garden of the Earth

SUNCHEON, South Jeolla Province ― As one of the cleanest cities in country, Suncheon in South Jeolla Province provides visitors with countless opportunities to experience nature at its finest. Sunc...

Updated : 2013.04.12 21:29

Spa package at Hyatt Regency Jeju

The hotel offers a spa package which includes one night in a Mountain View room, a breakfast buffet for two at Terrace Caf, a 40-minute Aqua View Spa treatment for two, a 30 percent discount at sauna...

Updated : 2013.04.12 21:28

Jeju to open health care town in 2018

Jeju Island has unveiled a plan for a Health Care Town, aimed to complete construction by 2018, adding one more reason to visit the hot travel destination. The Korea Health Industry Development Inst...

Updated : 2013.04.12 16:23

Pretty in pink

JINHAE, South Gyeongsang Province ― The view of thousands of cherry blossom trees blanketing the streets of Jinhae, showering the air with floating pink petals, is beyond picturesque. The small seas...

Updated : 2013.04.05 20:27

Conrad Hotel opens in Beijing’s central business district

Global hospitality company Hilton Worldwide opened its luxury brand hotel Conrad in the central business district of Beijing, the hotel said Tuesday. Located 20 kilometers from Beijing International...

Updated : 2013.04.05 20:14

Hawaiian Airlines joins Outback Steakhouse in promotion

Hawaiian Airlines offers free appetizers at Outback Steakhouse to their customers who hold airline tickets or e-tickets or those with a free appetizer menu coupon downloaded by pressing “Like” on its...

Updated : 2013.04.05 20:14

KORAIL mountain train tickets on sale

KORAIL started ticket sales for its mountain trains this week. The Korea Railroad Corporation offers the “O-train” two-day, three-day and five-day passes that cover trips on two mountain lines launch...

Updated : 2013.04.05 20:14

‘Pure room,’ sanctuary from city air

After a grueling long-haul flight across oceans and continents suffering hours of dry cabin air, nothing is more welcoming than the sight of your hotel room, preferably with pristine, plump, fluffed ...

Updated : 2013.04.05 20:14

Glacier National Park a mountainous mecca for hikers and campers

GLACIER NATIONAL PARK ― Jagged peaks, a lucky glimpse of a bear or moose, and, of course, glaciers ― these sights are just the tip of the iceberg at Glacier National Park in northwestern Montana. ...

Updated : 2013.04.05 20:13

World Gourmet Summit to kick off in Singapore

The World Gourmet Summit, the largest gastronomic gathering in Singapore, will be held from April 16-26. The event will gather Michelin-starred chefs and renowned restaurateurs. “With the theme ‘Art...

Updated : 2013.03.29 20:09