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Jeju Environmental Education Festival (제주환경교육한마당)

Jeju Environmental Education Festival is a comprehensive environmental education event hosted by the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province and organized by the Jeju Environmental Education Center. The event will take place at Jeju Venture Maru, the Jeju Economic and Trade Promotion Agency, and the surrounding area of Suun Neighborhood Park. This event is free and open to anyone interested in environmental education. Its purpose is to revitalize environmental education in the region and cultivate environmental awareness among residents. It serves as a platform to share the importance of environmental conservation and ways to practice sustainability in daily life through a variety of hands-on experiences and programs.
Ikseon-dong Gogijip (익선동고기집)

Ikseon-dong Gogijip is a restaurant specializing in grilled pork, located in an Ikseon-dong Hanok Street in Jongno-gu, Seoul. It is about a 2-minute walk from Exit 6 of Jongno 3-ga Station and opened in July 2017. Staff members grill domestic pork belly, pork shoulder, and pork neck right at your table, and the signature combination is raw pork belly grilled with water dropwort. The Korean Pork Assortment Set includes pork belly, pork shoulder, and pork neck—600g for two people and 800g for three to four people—and the restaurant also serves short ribs, Wagyu sirloin, and kimchi stew. When you order meat, steamed egg custard, soybean paste stew, lettuce, pickled perilla leaves, and seasoned shredded green onions are served as standard sides. The interior features a traditional Korean hanok with exposed wooden beams and rafters, while the outdoor seating in the alley is lit by string lights; group seating is also available.
Lahan Select Gyeongju (라한셀렉트 경주)

Lahan Select Gyeongju is a premium hotel where guests can enjoy a relaxing stay while taking in the beautiful view of Bomunho Lake. Featuring comfortable guest rooms as well as a variety of amenities including restaurants, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and a kids’ lounge, the hotel aims to provide a diverse range of experiences, from family vacations to romantic getaways and business trips. It is a place of relaxation where guests can enjoy Gyeongju’s rich history, culture, and natural beauty all at once.
U+ The Gap Between the Ordinary and the Extraordinary (U+ 일상비일상의틈)

U+ The Gap Between the Ordinary and the Extraordinary is an interactive cultural and artistic space operated by LG U+ located on Gangnam-daero in Seoul. Based on the “Art Garage” concept, it is a space that showcases the creative work and experiments of emerging artists. Visitors can do more than just view the artworks; they can actively participate and discover new forms of art and personal tastes. The first floor features installation art and interactive experiences, while the second floor houses “AI Art Mate” and the “Art Shop.” Floors 3 through 6 serve as exhibition spaces where visitors can enjoy participatory exhibitions and media art. The “U+ Lounge” on the first basement level offers a space where visitors can relax while drawing with various types of paper and pencils or jotting down their thoughts. It is a culture and art platform that makes art accessible and relatable through exhibitions, AI-generated artwork commentary, participatory content, and art merchandise.
Gangnam Live-Ammo Shooting Range (강남실탄사격장)

The Gangnam Live-Ammo Shooting Range is located in Songpa-gu, Seoul, near popular attractions such as Lotte World Tower and Seokchon Lake, making it a great place to visit while traveling. Shooting with live ammunition provides a realistic and immersive shooting experience. Visitors can try out guns that have appeared in various movies and TV dramas, and free photo and video sessions are available before and after the shooting session, making it a great way to capture special moments. A former professional shooting coach guides users through everything from how to use safety equipment to proper stance, aiming, and firing techniques.

Festivals

Seoul Light Gwanghwamun (서울라이트 광화문)

2026-10-26

1-68 Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2133-1936

Seoul Light Gwanghwamun is Seoul’s premier light festival, featuring a combination of media art with cultural and artistic content. Seoul is a city that transforms like a living organism, shaped by the movements and stories of countless people. Standing at its heart, Gwanghwamun Gate is a symbolic space where Seoul’s history and the lives of its citizens have intertwined over time; it is also the “birthplace of light,” where electricity first entered modern Korea and illuminated the city’s nights. That light did more than simply dispel the darkness; it transformed people’s daily lives and culture, and that momentum continues to this day, shaping the city’s rhythm in every aspect of our lives. Seoul Light Gwanghwamun once again illuminates Seoul’s transformation with light at the very spot where that first light was kindled.

Restaurant

Ubaek Galbi - Ajung-ri Main Branch (우백갈비 아중리본점)

2026-10-26

236-1 Ajung-ro, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Ubaek Galbi is a charcoal-grilled beef short rib specialty restaurant with its main branch located in Ajung-ri, Jeonju. It features hand-selected kkot galbi and domestically produced Hanwoo 1++ rib meat, which are grilled over charcoal and served with a variety of complementary side dishes. The signature kkot galbi are cut from the 6th to 8th ribs of the cow and are characterized by the rich juiciness and savory flavor of the meat still attached to the bone. They can be ordered in 600g and 900g portions (bone-in), recommended for 2 and 3 people, respectively. Additionally, the restaurant offers Hanwoo 1++ rib meat and garlic-marinated Hanwoo rib meat. You can savor the unique nutty richness of Hanwoo or enjoy the flavor enhanced by garlic seasoning. You can also choose from charcoal-grilled seasoned short ribs and Hanwoo yukhoe (raw beef) seasoned in the southern style, making it a great way to experience a variety of beef flavors according to your preference. The side dish, white kimchi, is made with pureed Naju pears. Myeongi greens are perfect for wrapping around the meat. You can also enjoy shredded green onions seasoned with sesame oil, raw shredded radish, and a trio of assorted pickles. Along with egg and scallion rice flavored with free-range eggs and soy sauce, the restaurant offers handmade bibim naengmyeon made with 19 ingredients, as well as “Halmae Doenjang Sulbap”—a rice dish seasoned with both doenjang and cheonggukjang—allowing you to enjoy the meal to the very end according to your preferences. The restaurant is located on the main road across from the Jeonju Ajung Station Hanok Rail Bike, next to Ajung Elementary School. It is about a 5- to 7-minute drive from Jeonju Station and about 10 to 12 minutes from Jeonju Hanok Village. Parking is convenient, with spaces available behind the restaurant and in the surrounding area.

Accommodation

Lahan Hotel Pohang (라한호텔 포항)

2026-10-13

1 Samho-ro 265beon-gil, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

The Lahan Hotel Pohang is located near Yeongildae Beach in Gyeongsangbuk-do. Guests can enjoy unobstructed views of the East Sea and Yeongildae Beach from their rooms, making it an ideal place to combine relaxation with sightseeing. The hotel is surrounded by Pohang’s major tourist attractions, such as the Yeongildae Seaside Pavilion, Space Walk, and Jukdo Market, making it an ideal base for exploring the city. In particular, it boasts a prime location for strolling along the beach or watching the sunrise and sunset, and guests can conveniently experience Pohang’s diverse culinary offerings and local attractions. Equipped with a variety of facilities, the hotel caters to a wide range of guests, from tourists to families on vacation, business travelers, and those hosting various gatherings and events.

Culture

Billboard Korea Haus (빌보드코리아 하우스)

2026-10-12

29 Seolleung-ro 121-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Located in Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Billboard Korea Haus is a multi-purpose cultural space for various K-Music events. From the third basement level to the fifth floor, the space can host private performances, photo shoots, and pop-up events, and visitors can browse a wide selection of albums, records, and merchandise. A café on the first floor is open to the general public.

Leisure

Sono Felice CC Vivaldi Park WEST (소노펠리체CC 비발디파크 WEST)

2026-07-28

200 Hanchigol-gil, Seo-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do

Sono Felice CC Vivaldi Park WEST is a golf course featuring two distinct layouts: the OUT Course, where players can enjoy views of Yongmunsan Mountain in Hongcheon, and the IN Course, designed with a modern style reminiscent of North American courses. Situated at an elevation of 500 meters, the course spans a vast natural setting of approximately 11.2 million square meters, offering a golfing environment where natural beauty and carefully designed elements are harmoniously balanced.