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Korea’s local gems sparkle at KTO trade event, and ICN flights are plentiful

TORONTO — A showcase of Korea’s local gems brought more than 200 travel professionals to an event at the Toronto Marriott Markham last night, presented by the Korea Tourism Organiz...

Gov't launches 3-city roadshow to bolster tourism marketing

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) will hold a three-region roadshow to introduce inbound marketing support services for businesse...

Seoul to Jeju: KTO highlights luxury travel experiences

TORONTO — The Korea Tourism Organization’s ‘Luxury Korea’ destination lunch seminar at JOEY Eaton Centre in Toronto showcased the country’s growing appeal as a high-end travel dest...

KTO looks to Singapore, Jakarta to bolster MICE growth

The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) launched an intensive Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) promotion campaign in Singapore and Jakarta last week, targeting...

Korea rolls out tourism drive to woo holiday travelers from Japan, China

Korea is racing to turn a looming holiday travel surge into a nationwide tourism boost, rolling out discounts, events and targeted campaigns to draw visitors from Japan and China,...

Korea: Blending the modern with the traditional

Korea Tourism Organization reports that a country frequently associated with technological advances such as those provided by electronics industry giant Samsung also continues to c...

KTO turns to big data to draw 30 mil. tourists by 2028

The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) aims to achieve its goal of attracting 30 million foreign tourists by 2028, a year ahead of the government's target, by utilizing comprehensive...

KTO selects 30 startups for open innovation program

The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) said Friday that it has selected 30 startups for its 2026 Tourism Open Innovation program, an initiative designed to bridge the gap between nim...

Singer Sung Si-kyung to bridge Korea-Japan tourism

Sung Si-kyung, a veteran singer known for his smooth voice and fluent Japanese, has been appointed as an honorary ambassador for Korean tourism by the Korea Tourism Organization (K...

North Korea kicks off tourism expo amid hopes for reopening to Chinese visitors

North Korea kicks off tourism expo amid hopes for reopening to Chinese visitors

Korea sees record foreign arrivals in Q1 2026

[PHOTO] Spring holiday rush

Foreign tourists visit Gyeongbok Palace in Jongno District, Seoul, Thursday, ahead of the May holiday travel season. According to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, aroun...

Korea seeks next breakout export as global drive intensifies for K-goods

From royal-themed wine stoppers to keyboards inspired by traditional temple paintings, Korea is launching a nationwide search to find its next breakout cultural export. The Korea T...

Foreign residents emerge as Korea’s unexpected tourism ambassadors

Foreign residents living in Korea are rapidly becoming a powerful new force in the country’s tourism economy, with many traveling frequently across the nation and encouraging frien...

New York Festivals Advertising Awards Presents 'New York Festivals Nite 2026' in Seoul, South Korea

New York Festivals Advertising Awards (NYFA) hosted New York Festivals Nite 2026 at the Namsan Traditional Theater in Seoul, South Korea. The event brought together over 250 profe...

Seoul’s royal palaces to unveil immersive heritage programs for tourists

For nine days this spring, the storied stone corridors and sprawling courtyards of the 1392-1910 Joseon Dynasty will be recast as a living stage, linking Korea’s royal past with a...

Korea International Trade Association and Korea Development Bank to Host Asia's Largest Startup Fair, "NextRise 2026, Se...

SEOUL, South Korea, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Korea International Trade Association (KITA) and the Korea Development Bank (KDB) will co-host NextRise 2026, Seoul, Asia's larg...

Korea launches online hub to recruit more international students

The Ministry of Education, in partnership with the National Institute for International Education, launched a year-round online promotion hub and a series of live admissions webina...

Where to See Tulips in Korea 2026: Best Festivals & More

Spring is in the air, so it’s time to put away your bulky puffer jacket and step outside to enjoy the warmer weather! Korea takes spring seriously, with lots of spots to view beaut...

New tour invites visitors into Seoul’s gardens

In the manicured expanse of Seoul Forest, the modern bustle of the Korean capital is being traded for the rhythmic pace of the Joseon Dynasty. Under the shade of sprawling oaks and...

Taiwan Tourism Administration Highlights Taiwan's Growing Importance as Asia's Cruise Gateway at Seatrade Cruise Global...

MIAMI, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Taiwan Tourism Administration (TTA) is highlighting Taiwan's growing role as Asia's cruise gateway at Seatrade Cruise Global 2026, promoti...

'2026 ASEAN Panorama' brings Southeast Asia to Seoul

The ASEAN-Korea Centre (AKC) has launched the “2026 ASEAN Panorama,” marking the start of a five-month rotating exhibition showcasing products and industries from ASEAN Member Stat...

Local tourism policies face next test after Labor Day travel surge

Korea’s regional tourism policies are shifting focus toward sustaining long-term visits and local spending, following a sharp rise in domestic travel during the country’s first off...

How to enjoy Korean amusement parks like locals

On any given weekend, Korea's theme parks fill with the familiar sounds of roller coasters and the chatter of crowds — but look a little closer, and something else begins to stand...