Drone to Busan: Korea’s Coastal Metropolis from Above
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In the air above Busan, travelers can find aqua blue water, busy beaches, and iconoclastic villages in Korea’s booming southern city.
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Hwaseong: The Incredible Story Behind a Korean Fortress
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Well off the country’s tourist trail, Hwaseong Fortress hides an extraordinary tale of intrigue and imperial ambition.
For the View: What to Expect Inside Seoul’s Six-Star Signiel
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There is not shortage of luxury options in Korea’s capital, but the Signiel is well above the crowd — about a hundred floors above the crowd.
Cool Korea: Kimchi, K-Pop, and Asia’s Most Underrated Destination
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Whether it’s Michelin-star dining, world-class hotels, or white sands, travelers to Korea will find a holistic holiday as they journey from the DMZ to the beaches of Jeju.
The Great Kimchi Debate: The Story of South Korea’s Favorite Dish
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Kimchi has inspired songs, paintings, and poems, but where does Korea’s national dish come from?
Remote Lands Cold Winter Pick: Seoul for the City and the Skiing
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If you’re the type of traveler who likes a world-class city getaway with your skiing holiday, you might consider Seoul for your next winter Asia destination.
Beomeosa: Busan’s Temple of Fighting Monks
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Nestled amid dense forest, Beomeosa famed for its fighting monks and the unique martial arts skills that helped repel Japanese invasions.
Twitchers at the DMZ: Birdwatching near the World’s Most Dangerous Border
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The lack of human intervention in the DMZ means that wildlife has had a chance to bounce back. For the birdwatcher, this makes for some decent sightings at the 38th parallel.
A Closer Look at Shilla Seoul
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Seoul has no shortage of plush hotel options, but the Shilla Seoul is fast joining the likes of the Four Seasons and Ritz-Carlton in Korea’s capital.
Songdo, Haeundae, Gwangalli: 3 Busan Beaches for Luxury Travelers
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Not many cities the size of Busan can boast beaches, but it’s not just a place for catching a few rays. Busan’s beaches get you closer to the people of Korea.
Gyeongju: A Walk Through the Silla Kingdom in Korea’s Cultural Heart
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Seoul and Busan may have the luxury hotels, but it’s Gyeongju that has the history. Travelers walk through centuries in this historic UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Let’s Talk K-Pop: Travel Advice for Lovers of Korean Pop Culture
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Yeah, there’s the bulgogi, the history, and the hiking, but there’s also the K-pop. Travelers to Korea often want to catch a little bit of that Korean pop culture magic on their journey to Seoul.