Culture, Food, and White Sand Beaches: A Honeymoon to South Korea and Okinawa

Location: Set in one of the four towers of Seoul’s International Finance Center, in the heart of Yeouido Business District, and attached to a subway system and an international lifestyle mall, this hotel is truly in the center of the action, and ideal for business and lifestyle travelers.

Service: Apple-based in-room technology provides guests with state-of-the-art entertainment and multimedia equipment.

History: Guests will be fascinated by Yeouido’s transformation from a plot of land thought to be useless, to what is now known as Korea’s Wall Street.

Access to Seoul’s Top Attractions: Signiel Seoul is located within easy access of Seoul’s most striking examples of modern architecture, as well as its notable historic sites like ancient Buddhist temples. The LOTTE World Tower and Mall itself, which ranks among the top 10 tallest buildings worldwide and houses Signiel Seoul, is worth exploring in its own right. The Olympic Park facility and well-manicured Songpa Naru Park are also nearby tourist attractions recommended by the hotel.

Expertise and Attention to Detail: As a landmark hotel representing Korea for the LOTTE Hotels & Resorts brand, Signiel Seoul offers the ultimate in high-end hospitality for luxury travelers. The hotel’s operations are backed by the LOTTE brand’s more than half a century of experience in the industry.

Unforgettable Fine Dining: Between STAY – the brainchild of multi-Michelin-starred chef Yannick Alleno – and other offerings like the Michelin-starred Korean restaurant BICENA, some of Seoul’s top food and beverage options are housed within the LOTTE World Tower.

Bukchondaek is a traditional hanok home belonging to a distinguished Korean family located in Andong Hahoe Folk Village. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site, this home was built in strict observance of traditional hanok architecture and has remained virtually unchanged since its construction in 1862.

This accommodation has been personally vetted by the Remote Lands team and is the best available in the area. More information on this property is available on the “Hotels” tab at the top of the page.

Gurume Andong is a lifestyle-concept "traditional resort," housed in renovated historic houses, nestled deep within dense greenwood. Designed around the idea of "create new things based on the old," the complex of seven centuries-old buildings has been converted into 12 guest accommodations (including four individual houses), keeping the original architecture while applying modern conveniences such as showers and bathtubs, Western-style restrooms, WiFi, and indoor temperature controls.

This accommodation has been personally vetted by the Remote Lands team and is the best available in the area. More information on this property is available on the “Hotels” tab at the top of the page.

Gyeongju Hilton provides a comfortable base from which to explore the historic area of Gyeongju. Situated on the edge of Lake Bomun and surrounded by beautiful parks, countryside and majestic mountains, this hotel boasts glorious views of the surrounding environment.

This accommodation has been personally vetted by the Remote Lands team and is the best available in the area. More information on this property is available on the “Hotels” tab at the top of the page.

Situated in the center of the majestic Bomun Lake in the historic Shilla Kingdom capital of Gyeongju, the Lahan Select Gyeongju is an interesting building architecturally with an S-shape tower. The hotel is composed of 430 guest rooms and suites, the majority of which are Western style, but a small portion are Korean style.

This accommodation has been personally vetted by the Remote Lands team and is the best available in the area. More information on this property is available on the “Hotels” tab at the top of the page.

Service: Part of the Leading Hotels of the World collection, Paradise Busan's attentive service is top-tier

Spa: While enjoying stunning views of the Haeundae waters, guests can enjoy a variety of hot spring tubs, dry-wet saunas, and other specialized treatments.

Location: The resort is positioned right alongside the lively beach in South Korea’s second largest, but oft-overlooked, city of Busan.

Harbor Views: Many guest rooms and suites in the Signiel Busan enjoy ocean views out to Haeundae Beach and Mipo Harbor. The large outdoor infinity pool and extensive fitness center & spa also make the most of the pretty panoramas.

Expertise and Attention to Detail: Under the LOTTE umbrella, Signiel Busan is the sister property of Signiel Seoul, and the Signiel brand aims to integrate modern design with high-end service and facilities, as well as traditional aspects of Korean culture.

Fine Dining: The Signiel brand is synonymous with gourmet experiences, and the drinking and dining venues at the Signiel Busan are culinary playgrounds for Michelin-accredited chefs and creative kitchen teams.

This internationally acclaimed brand hotel is located in central Busan next to Busan Marina, and provides a superb luxury base from which to explore this exciting city. The hotel is conveniently located near to landmark sites such as Dongbaek Station, Nurimaru APEC House and Dongbaek island.

If our Preferred Hotel is unavailable, this accommodation is a reliable alternative and has been personally vetted by the Remote Lands team. More information on this property is available on the “Hotels” tab at the top of the page.

Wellness: The HOSHINOYA name is synonymous with wellness, therefore it's no surprise that the focus of this resort is wellbeing, from the beachfront setting and music of crashing ocean waves, to the indulgent spa treatments inspired by the surroundings.

Dining Experience: HOSHINOYA Okinawa's innovative "Sicilian Cuisine Inspired by Okinawa" concept brings an east-meets-west dining experience for international guests, while the inclusion of private-dining indoor patios in every accommodation allows guests to enjoy their fusion meals at their own pace.

Location: Though you may struggle to tear yourself away from the calming ocean views, there's plenty to see and do in the local area, from horse riding, to cultural workshops, to snorkeling and diving, to tours of a local brewery and local weaving house.

Situated within the premises of the Kise Country Club and surrounded on three sides by its 18-hole golf course overlooking the ocean, the Ritz-Carlton Okinawa is known locally as "gusuku" or guest-house, emphasizing its charm and hospitality. The hotel has just 97 rooms and suites equipped with state-of-the-art facilities including free internet, LCD TV, balcony/terrace, Geneva soundsystem and pre-loaded iPod, bar, bathrobes, espresso machine and relaxing tub.

If our Preferred Hotel is unavailable, this accommodation is a reliable alternative and has been personally vetted by the Remote Lands team. More information on this property is available on the “Hotels” tab at the top of the page.

Privacy: One of just four villages on a remote island that is only accessible by ferry, this resort is a haven for uninterrupted relaxation.

Cuisine: The resort’s celebrated head chef has created a fusion of Okinawan and French flavors that is not to be missed

Beach: There are not many resorts that boast Japanese hotel sensibilities while also being located a mere nine-minute walk from a pristine, tropical beach — the HOSHINOYA Taketomi Island is one of them.