K-Link Festival, a K-pop Event Celebrating VISIT KOREA YEAR!

The K-Link Festival, a grand-scale K-pop concert in celebration of the VISIT KOREA YEAR 2023-2024, will take place October 5, 2024 at Inspire Entertainment Resort in Incheon. This year’s event will feature seven teams of top hallyu stars, including aespa, ITZY, MINHO, NCT WISH, RIIZE, THE BOYZ, tripleS, and more for an exciting concert. Additional events are planned, including a new idol showcase and Korean culture experience programs. The digital art of Rotunda, a signature space of Inspire Resort, will feature VISIT KOREA YEAR mascots Hani and Kughi in a special photo zone, perfect for capturing memories of your visit. Ticket sales are available from Korean travel agencies. For fans who can’t make it in person, the concert will be broadcast live through the YouTube channel The K-POP, as well as available to watch again through the TV channel SBS, and OTT platforms WAVVE and TVing. The K-Link Festival is the best chance to enjoy an all-star line-up of K-pop artists and Korean culture contents at once. More info Event: 2024 K-Link Festival Date/Time: October 5, 2024 / 13:00-20:30 Venue: Inspire Entertainment Resort Arena & Convention Hall, 127 Gonghangmunhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon (인천광역시 중구 공항문화로 127) Inquiries: [email protected] / Instagram @k_link_festival ** Non-Korean citizens living overseas can send an email inquiry for information about travel agencies with ticket packages.

09/13/2024

[Winners Announcement] “Real Korean Daily Travel” Comment Event

Thank you to everyone who participated in the “Real Korean Daily Travel” Comment Event and congratulations to the winners! * Event name: “Real Korean Daily Travel” Comment Event * Event period: July 11 – September 10, 2024 * Winners announcement: September 20, 2024 * Prizes: Korea Tourism Souvenir (20 winners) / $50 Amazon.com eGift Card (40 winners) See below for the event winners: ※ Notices * Winners of Korea Tourism Souvenir will receive a separate email regarding the prize. Winners must reply to the email with their prize selection and delivery information. * Winners must reply by September 26, 2024. Failure to reply before the deadline will result in prize forfeiture. * Winner will be responsible for paying any customs and tax duties that may apply. Failure to pay the applicable duties will result in prize forfeiture. * Email will be sent from [email protected]; VISITKOREA is not responsible for delivery failure in the case of the email being flagged as spam or being sent to an inactive email account. * Amazon.com eGift Card winners will receive their prize within September via email, sent directly to the email address connected to their VISITKOREA membership. Korea Tourism Souvenir (20 winners) arm*******[email protected] adn**********[email protected] ann*********[email protected] at.****[email protected] bob******[email protected] cat**[email protected] cho******[email protected] gha************[email protected] jed******[email protected] jer*******[email protected] li1********[email protected] mad***********[email protected] ola***********[email protected] qia*****[email protected] ru9*[email protected] shu*******[email protected] tas*****[email protected] twi***********[email protected] wen*****[email protected] yeo*[email protected] $50 Amazon.com eGift Card (40 winners) 0m1**[email protected] 103*****[email protected] 177*****[email protected] 772****[email protected] 7-u*******[email protected] asi*****[email protected] ats********[email protected] b93********[email protected] cho******[email protected] chr*******[email protected] cie*************[email protected] dai*********[email protected] dha**********[email protected] f12***[email protected] han*****[email protected] iam***[email protected] jag**********[email protected] jay****[email protected] jin********[email protected] jin*****[email protected] jsw****[email protected] kan*************[email protected] lov*******[email protected] mek****[email protected] mha******[email protected] myw**[email protected] nik******[email protected] ott*****[email protected] pam*********[email protected] pig***[email protected] pka****[email protected] ros*******[email protected] say*******[email protected] sim*****[email protected] sop***********[email protected] sru*****[email protected] swa**[email protected] ter*********[email protected] wxe****[email protected] yen**[email protected]

09/20/2024

Fall Festivals at a Glance (September-October 2024)

Fall in Korea is peak season for festivals! From traditional festivals taking place within beautiful natural settings, to grand-scale fireworks shows, Korea has a festival for every traveler to enjoy. Cultural festivals focusing on Korea’s traditions include Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival, Gimje Horizon Festival, and Andong Mask Dance Festival. Visitors can expect to enjoy performances that keep the history alive, entertaining folk games, and local foods that are sure to please. Visitors looking forward to romantic autumn evenings will enjoy events like the Seoul International Fireworks Festival and the Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival. Vibrant fireworks light up the night sky over Seoul’s cityscape, while the paper lanterns of the Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival create a whimsical image like one might see in a storybook. The best festivals to experience local customs and lifestyle are the Yeoju Ogoknaru Festival in Yeoju, Gyeonggi-do, and the Tamna Culture Festival taking place in Jeju. These festivals offer programs packed with folk performances, media art shows, local produce sales, and hands-on experiences for visitors. Travelers who would prefer a more relaxed natural setting should visit the Taean Fall Flower Festival. The plethora of autumn flowers offer plenty of stunning photo ops. Another great festival for relaxing and health is the Geumsan World Insam Festival, focusing on the medicinal properties of Korean ginseng. Set off on a journey with the autumn winds to visit Korea’s amazing festivals. The lively atmosphere of the festivals will off-set any chill! Festival Info Festival Period Location Taean Autumn Flower Festival September 13 – November 4 Kkotjihaean Park Andong Mask Dance Festival September 27 - October 6 Areas of Andong Station, Mask Dance Park, and downtown Andong Seoul International Fireworks Festival October 5 Yeouido Hangang Park Gimje Horizon Festival October 2-6 Byeokgolje Reservoir Site Geumsan World Insam Festival October 3-13 Geumsan World Insam Expo Square and Insam Herbal Medicine Market Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival October 4-6 Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Tamna Culture Festival October 5-9 Tapdong Coastal Stage, Tapdong Plaza, Tamna Plaza, etc. Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival October 5-20 Jinjuseong Fortress , and by the Namgang River Yeoju Ogoknaru Festival October 18-20 Silleuksa Temple Resort >> Read more about Korea’s 5 Best Fall Festivals

09/12/2024

2024 Fall Foliage Forecast

After the heat of summer, the cool air of fall brings a burst of color to the trees throughout Korea. This year’s first foliage will begin at Seoraksan Mountain on September 29, with peak foliage expected throughout the country from late October through early November. Bukhansan Mountain will reach its peak October 28, Jirisan Mountain on October 23, Naejangsan Mountain on November 5, and Hallasan Mountain in Jeju on October 28. First foliage is considered when 20% of the trees have changed, while peak foliage is counted as 80% turned. Popular fall foliage attractions in Seoul include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seoul Forest, Olympic Park, and Maeheon Citizen's Forest. The golden ginkgo leaves of Deoksugung Palace’s Stone Wall Path and Myeongnyundang Lecture Hall of Sungkyunkwan University are also outstanding. Famous fall foliage attractions outside of Seoul include Hwadam Botanic Garden, Nami Island, Yeoju Gangcheon Resort, and The Garden of Morning Calm. Mountains popular for beautiful fall foliage include Bobaljae Pass in Danyang, Oksunbong Peak in Jecheon, the Ginkgo Forest in Hongcheon, Jangtaesan Mountain in Daejeon, Independence Hall of Korea in Cheonan, Baegyangsa Temple in Jangseong, and Bulguksa Temple in Gyeongju. Fall columns Five Fall Festivals of Golden Light & Romance Korea’s BEST 5 Fall Foliage Destinations Seoul’s Top 5 Fall Forests More Info Website: www.weatheri.co.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) 1330 Korea Travel Helpline: +82-2-1330 1330 Text Chat: https://m.site.naver.com/1rEid (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, Vietnamese, Thai, Indonesian)

09/10/2024

Reach New Heights with Korea’s National Parks! Best Hiking Trails in Korea

If you appreciate the gift of nature, head to one of Korea’s national parks for a hiking trip. From Seoraksan Mountain, with rough ridges and rock formations, to Hallasan Mountain, boasting its mysti

09/11/2024

5 Signature Foods Made for Traditional Korean Holidays

During traditional holidays in Korea, the whole family gathers together and makes special foods to place on the table for the ancestral memorial ceremony. These foods serve to unite the family unit,

09/10/2024

[Editor’s Insight] DMZ 101, a Tourist’s Guide to the DMZ

On July 27, 1953, an armistice agreement was signed to cease fire in the Korean War and establish a de facto military demarcation line along the 38th parallel, which resulted in the complete division

09/02/2024

Special Tips to Enjoy the Five Royal Palaces in Seoul

In Seoul, you can find Five Royal Palaces that embody the history of the Joseon dynasty. Gyeongbokgung Palace: Primary Palace of the Joseon dynasty This is the largest and grandest palac

08/22/2024