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Samsung Gangnam (삼성 강남)

2024-11-26

411 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Samsung Gangnam is a flagship store designed as a playground for Samsung Electronics. Within the building are a photo spot, Galaxy flagship, auditorium, bespoke studio, and coffee shop, attracting numerous visitors. They are invited to appreciate media art through art objects and admire stunning views of skyscrapers on Gangnam-daero via a giant display with pleasure.

Jinha Beach (진하 해수욕장)

2024-12-03

Jinhari, Seosaeng-myeon, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
+82-52-204-0351~4

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This is the beach that Seo-ha and Do-yoon, Ji-eum and Cho-won walked side-by-side. Jinha Beach is one of the most popular summer getaways in Ulsan when the blue sea, evergreen pine trees, and the Myeongseondo Island to the distance create together a breathtaking view. It is also a popular destination at night because Myeongseondo Island is illuminated with lights and media art pieces like tigers and waterfalls.

Muan Ecological Tidal Flat Land (무안황토갯벌랜드(구 무안생태갯벌센터))

2021-07-29

36, Mansong-ro, Muan-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-450-5634

Muan Ecological Tidal Flat Land in Muan, Jeollanam-do was established in an effort to raise awareness of the ecology and importance of natural wetlands. It is the nation’s largest educational center for natural ecology. In addition to the main research center, visitors can enjoy a variety of exhibitions and experiences, ranging from bonzai plants to structures made with red clay bricks, and convenience facilities such as restaurants and cafes.

Culture Station Seoul 284 (문화역 서울 284)

2024-12-04

1 Tongil-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

Culture Station Seoul 284 opened in 2011 by restoring the old Seoul Station. The complex holds various programs including exhibitions, performances, cultural events and workshops. It holds over 100 years of history with Namdaemun Station being the original name of the station in 1900 and changing to Gyeongseong Station, Seoul Station, and now Culture Station Seoul 284. The look of 1925 Gyeongseong Station offers visitors a flashback to the past, providing a fun and special experience.

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This is where Mok-ha (played by Park Eun-bin) waited for Ki-ho (played by Chae Jong-hyeop) with flowers in the TV series "Castaway Diva." As the restored historic Seoul Station, it also appeared in "Reply 1994" as the location where Samcheonpo (played by Kim Sung Kyun) first arrived in Seoul.

Yeongmokhang Harbor (영목항)

2021-08-11

55, Wolgoji-gil, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-673-9887

Yeongmokhang Harbor is located at the base of a small hill 4 kilometers away from Gonam-myeon, on the southern tip of Anmyeondo Island. The name was originally just Yeonghang Harbor but the name was changed to reflect its important role in connecting the areas of Boryeong and Taean. Across from the harbor are Wonsando, Hyojado, Chuseom, and Bbaeseom islands and ‘Three Brethren Rock.’ On the left are boats for Cheonsuman Bay. Fishing is the main industry in the region, which means that visitors can find plenty of fresh, quality seafood such as manila clams, conches, bass, and other types of seafood at low prices.

Anak Beach (안악해수욕장)

2021-07-06

2108, Wolcheon-ri, Hampyeong-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-320-1784

Anak Beach is a white sand beach that stretches for more than 200 meters and is bordered by a forest of pine trees. In addition to the gorgeous scenery, a major draw is the great seafood like fresh mullets, long-legged octopuses, small shrimps, and other local specialties said to provide strength during the sweltering summer heat. Since the beach has not yet been discovered by many tourists, visitors will be able to have a calm and relaxing time. The nearby coastal road is a perfect driving course with a stunning view of the sunset.

Ulsan Ilsan Beach (일산해수욕장 (울산))

2025-01-10

18 Haesuyokjang 10-gil, Dong-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-209-4470

Located 1 kilometer north of Baneojin, Ilsan Beach is a fine-grained sandy beach that is 600 meters in length, 40-60 meters in x_width, and 26,000 ㎡ in total area. The water is relatively shallow at 1-2 meters in depth and holds an average temperature of around 21.2 degrees Celsius during the summer months. Every July, there is a beach festival. Ilsan Beach offers various amenities and is surrounded by accommodation facilities, allowing for a comfortable and pleasant stay.

Nearby tourist attractions include Daewangam Park and Hwaam Boat Trail Mark Management Center, which has a lighthouse exhibition center and the highest lighthouse observatory in the area, giving visitors a wide-open view of Ulsanhang Harbor. Hyundai Heavy Industry is also located nearby.

Sono Belle Byeonsan (소노벨 변산(구 대명리조트 변산))

2025-03-16

51 Byeonsanhaebyeon-ro, Byeonsan-myeon, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-1588-4888

Sono Belle Byeonsan offers an amazing view of the sunset over the west sea. The family-oriented hotel provides a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Holiday Inn Resort, Alpensia Pyeongchang (홀리데이인 알펜시아 평창 리조트)

2025-03-16

325, Solbong-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-339-0000

Situated in Alpensia Peyongchang Resort in Daegwallyeong, Gangwon-do, the Holiday Inn Resort is a four-star, deluxe hotel with 214 rooms in the main building alone.

In addition to the main building, the hotel has a separate building where every room is equipped with high-end spa facilities, realizing the dream of a ‘combination hotel and spa.’ This annex is also connected to a conference center (Korea’s largest business facility), which comes equipped with a large banquet room, an audio system allowing for the simultaneous translation of up to 8 different languages, an auditorium, and 13 meeting rooms.

One of the major draws of the resort is the Alpensia Spa. Highly trained therapists at the luxury spa provide world-class spa treatments and massage programs including special programs such as ‘couple’s spa,’ ‘golf spa,’ and ‘spa for expectant mothers.’ Treatments are carried out in an elegant, sunlit room that mimics the ambience of an outdoor spa experience.

Hongdae (Hongik University Street) (홍대)

2025-04-14

20 Hongik-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Hongdae is a neighborhood known for its youthful ambience, with shops selling everything from clothing and cosmetics to living goods and books, as well as unique cafés and restaurants. The streets are also filled with buskers and dance performances, making a walk here quite entertaining. Special streets such as ateliers’ street (lined with private institutions for art students preparing for university entrance exams), Picasso’s Street, and Club Street are also must-go places for anyone hoping to fully experience the Hongdae area.

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