Everything........Korea! Korean! :): 2015

Biyernes, Disyembre 11, 2015

[ VMK SUPPORTERS EVENT ]

Attention everyone!!

Visit Medical Korea is recruiting VMK supporters!

Become VMK supporter and win a FREE round trip to Korea + a free medical tour package (ex: Korean traditional medicine, skin care, etc.) of your choice.

*Choices will be mailed to the winner.

What is a VMK supporter?

VMK supporter is a person who helps promote VMK website and SNS (Facebook, Weibo, VK)

*Writing comments and sharing our posts on Facebook, etc.

For how long?

January 1st 2016 to June 30th 2016

Prize:
Free round trip tickets to Korea + Free Medical tour package

* You can choose a date in between January 1st 2016 to June 30th 2016.
When?

Event period: December 7th ~ December 14th

Announcement date: December 15th

Who?

Anyone with internet access outside of Korea!

How?

1) [Like]
- Like VMK Facebook page

2) [Write a comment]
- write about 'Korean Medical Tourism' or
the reason why you have to visit Korea.
and your E-mail address.

3) [Share]
- this event on your Facebook, twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, you tube or any other SNS platform.
Like VMK Official Facebook Account for more details: Visit Medical Korea

Are you the next VMK supporter?!?!

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Korea Travel Awards

Korea Travel Awards 2015 held at Bahia Room, Intercontinental Hotel, Makati last December 2.
.
After being one of the "50 WOW Korea Supporters" for two consecutive years "2014-2015" now I am finally recognized by "Korea Tourism Organization Manila" as one of the "2 Best WOW Korea Supporters for this year 2015"

Sign at the lobby

Me with my♡

Annyeonghaseyo!~^-^
Hi i'm ________ *gives calling/business cards* from what company you are!?
ME: I'm a WOW Korea Supporter from KTO Manila=))

while waiting! i actually got early! super excited lang=)

as we got to the entrance of Bahia Room where the event will be held KTO are giving out their souvenirs (inside that Imagine Your Korea paperbag) and as we sign out on their attendance list KTO is giving out each ID.

Korea is truly an artwork <3

Hansik <3 (Korean Cuisine)

At the entrance of Bahia Room..lining up at KTO's Photo booth. giving out magnetic photos=)

Finally got inside! Check out the view of the stage from my seat.

Programme List

seating the same table with PKCI (Philippine Kpop Conventon Inc.) representatives and Ateneo De Manila respective Professors.

VIP Guests. It's really a great opportunity to be with these highly respective people. I am very lucky indeed.

Korean air/Jeju air/Asiana Airlines/Travel agencies and many more...

I am so happy that i've met Mr. Inshik Park for the second time, again he's the one awarding us our certificates and prizes! Thank you so much KTO for this award which bring us one step closer to fulfill our dreams...Another great experience and unforgettable moment! Meeting great people and new friends!

In the future, I will continue to support KTO; to promote and love Korea Tourism. I will show my love more for Korea.
#ImagineYourKorea #KoreaTravelAwards

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Biyernes, Nobyembre 20, 2015

Best Hiking Routes Anybody Can Enjoy in Korea!

Fall is a good season for hiking.
There are many hiking routes that anybody can enjoy in Daegu's famous mountains from the Mt. Palgong to Mt. Apsan and Mt. Biseul representing Daegu!
We recommend the hiking paths in Daegu, Korea for your fall hiking.

Mountain Palgong

Palgong Mountain, the famous Mountain in Yeoungnam area, has been also known as Jungak or Buak. There various hiking routes in Palgong Mountain, which is filled with attractions that include Korean bronzeware museum, camping site and the temple descending from the Silla dynasty. With total of 10 hiking paths, the maximum duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes. We introduce a few good courses to hike for leisure among them.

1. Donghwa district

- Cable car hiking path
Tapgol information desk → Kkalttap gogae=top of cable car → Dongbong (3.4km, 2hrs)
- Sutaegol hiking path
Sutaegol information desk → Ambeok Rock → Cheoltop Intersection – Dongbong (3.4km, 2hrs 30mins)
2. Pagye district
- Pagyesa hiking path
Pageysa → Pagyejae → Pagyebong (2.6km, 1hr 30min)
3. Gatbawi district
- Gatbawi hiking path
Gatbawi information desk → Kwanamsa →Kwanbong (2km, 1hr)

Mountain Apsan

Namsan and Apsan, located in the Nam-gu, Daegu, are good places for beginners to hike.

The entrance to hiking path is within the city so it is good hiking for leisure on weekends.

1. Yongdugol Valley Entrance → Sport facilities → Mt. Sansung (3km)
2. Yongdu bangcheon → Yongdutoseong (Mt. Fortress) → Mt. Sansung (4.4km)
3. Gosangol Valley Entrance → Beopjangsa Temple → Mt. Sansung (3.2km)
4. Mt. Sansung Entrance → Korea Communication base station → Mt. Sansung (4.3km)
5. Keungol Valley Entrance → Daedeok Rest Area → Mt. Apsan (3.2km)
6. Chunghontap Tower → Cheonsujeong Mineral Spring → Mt. Apsan (3.8km)
7. Anjiranggol Valley Entrance → Mt. Apsan Observatory → Mt. Apsan (2.5km)
8. Anjiranggol Valley Entrance → Anilsa Temple → Mt. Daedeok (3.2km)
9. Mejagol Valley Entrance → Sport facilities → Mt. Daedeok (2.4km)
10. Dalbigol Administration Office → Wongisa Temple → Mt. Apsan (2.6km)

Mountain Biseul

Daegu Mt. Biseul is a mountain located in the south of Daegu that is named for its resemblance to Ascetic playing Geomungo(Korean musical instrument with six strings). Especially in spring, many people visit Yongyeonsa Temple which is famous for cherry blossom pathway. Fall sceneries are magnificent as well. Stress will go away as you hike along the fallen leaves.

1. Biseulsan Natural Forest Resort → Biseulsan Mount Top (2hrs 30 mins)

2. Biseulsan Natural Forest Resort → Korean Rosebay Habitat (1hr 30 mins)

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Boseong Green Tea Plantation Light Festival (보성차밭 빛축제)


Period

12.19.2014 ~ 02.01.2015

Address

617, Nokcha-ro, Hoecheon-myeon, Boseong-gun, Jeollanam-do 전라남도 보성군 회천면 녹차로 617 (회천면)



Location

Botjae Dawon (봇재다원), Dahyanggak Pavilion Observatory (다향각 전망대) area



Telephone

• 1330 Korea Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-61-850-5211~5214

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Sponsors / Management

Boseong-gun /

Introduction

The installation of a massive Christmas tree will set a start to the Boseong Green Tea Plantation Light Festival, which is located in Boseong-gun at the Boseong Green Tea Plantation, one of Korea’s excellent tourist sites. The evening light ceremony will kick off the festival, where an embroidered spectacle of lights is expected to entrance visitors. Various sites and activities like the giant Christmas tree, a themed street, a galaxy tunnel, illuminations of Botjae and Dahyanggak, a lighted street, a photo zone, resolution stairs, and hanging wish cards will be available.

With a jaw-dropping size of 120 meters high and 130 meters wide, the massive Christmas tree at Boseong Tea Plantation made it into the Guinness Book of Records in 2000, and contributes to making Boseong, Korea’s home of tea and sounds, a well-known Korean attraction. During the festival, the landscape will be graced with a romantic and magical ambience of falling snow created by the arrangement of LED lights.

Programs

Large tree decorated with lights, photo zone, Milky Way Tunnel, theme street in green tea field, etc.

Performance Times

[Lighting hours]
-Mondays to Thursdays: 18:00-22:00 (until 24:00 on the Chirstmans Eve)
-Fridays to Saturdays: 18:00-24:00
※ On December 31, 2014 the light will be up until next day 07:00.

Admission/Participation Fees

Free

Age Limit

Open to visitors of all ages.

Transportation

From Seoul Central City Bus Terminal, take an express bus to Gwangju (광주).
* Bus Schedule: 05:30-01:00 (next day), 5-10min intervals

From Gwangju U-Square Bus Terminal, transfer to a direct bus to Boseong (보성).
* Bus Schedule: 06:10-21:40, runs 28 times a day

From Boseong Terminal, take a local bus bound for Green Tea Plantation (녹차밭).
* Bus Schedule: 06:00-20:20, runs 22 times a day

Homepage

www.boseong.go.kr (Korean, English, Chinese, Japanese)
www.botjae.com/ (Korean only)

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Lighting Festival (오색별빛정원전)


Period

12.04.2015 ~ 03.13.2016

Address

432, Sumogwon-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do 경기도 가평군 상면 수목원로 432 (상면)



Location

Main gardens



Telephone

• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-1544-6703

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Sponsors / Management

The Garden of Morning Calm /

Introduction

Held at the Garden of Morning Calm, the Lighting Festival is the biggest festival of lights in Korea, covering 100 thousand pyeong illuminated by 30,000 lights. The gleaming lights add a festive glow to the garden during the winter season.
The main gardens are Hakyung Garden, Hometown House Garden, Bonsai Garden, Moonlight Garden, Sky Path and Garden of Eden, with colorful lights adorning the trees. In the event of inclement weather, lights may be turned off for safety.

Performance Times

Lighting hours: 17:30-21:00 / Every Saturday 05:30-23:00

*December 24, 25, 31, 17:30-23:00
* Lighting hours are subject to change.

Admission/Participation Fees

*Please refer to the homepage.

Age Limit

Open to all ages

Transportation

[Bus]
From Sangbong Bus Terminal or Dong Seoul Bus Terminal take a bus bound for Cheongpyeong Bus Terminal.

OR

Take bus 1330 at Cheongnyangni Transfer Center (in front of Lotte Department Store) and get off at the Cheongpyeong Bus Terminal.

From Cheonpyeong Terminal, take a bus bound for The Garden of Morning Calm (아침고요수목원).

[Subway]
Cheongpyeong Station (Gyeonchun Line), Exit 1.
Go left until you reach the 3-way intersection and turn right. Continue straight toward the Cheongpyeong Catholic Church. Pass by Cheongpyeong Elementary School, turn left, and you will see the Cheonpyeong Bus Terminal.
From the terminal, take a bus bound for The Garden of Morning Calm.

※ Click here for the bus timetable.

Event Map

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Busan Christmas Tree Festival (부산크리스마스트리문화축제)

Period

11.29.2014 ~ 01.04.2015

Address

Gwangbok-dong, Jung-gu, Busan 부산 중구 광복동



Location

Car-free area of Gwangbok-ro, Jung-gu, Busan



Telephone

• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-51-256-1225

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Sponsors / Management

Busan Christmas Tree Festival Organizing Committee / Culture forum in Gwangbok-dong, Busan

Introduction

The Busan Christmas Tree Festival, Busan's annual winter event, will be held in the Gwangbok-ro area of the Jung-gu District in Busan.

To add a more festive atmosphere, there will be concerts, a tree of wishes, street performances, collecting love coins, a photo and video contest, and many more.

Admission/Participation Fees

Free

Age Limit

No age limit

Transportation

[Subway]
Nampo Station (Busan Subway Line 1), Exit 1.
Walk ahead for about 165m and take a right at Gudeok-ro.
Take a left at the 2nd alley, continue for about 71m and turn right at the first alley.
Go straight for 67m until you see the Gwangbok-ro area.

[Bus]
Take Bus 8, 15, 17, 26, 27, 30, 41, 58-1, 61, 70, 71, 103, 113, 126, 134, 139, or 1003 and get off at Nampo Station.

Homepage

bctf.kr (Korean only)

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E-World (이월드(구, 우방랜드)

Address

200, Duryugongwon-ro, Dalseo-gu, Daegu 대구광역시 달서구 두류공원로 200 (두류동)



Type

Amusement Parks



Inquiries

• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-53-620-0001



Homepage

www.eworld.kr (Korean only)

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Introduction

E-World (formerly Wooband Tower Land) is a theme park built around Woobang Tower (Oct. 1987). The area around the tower was remodeled as a European-style park and opened to the public in March 1995. It features a waterfall, fountains, lighting displays, and flowers, as well as rides, exhibition and performance halls, and restaurants. E-World has several plazas characterized by different themes; major plazas include Entry Plaza (at the park entrance), Central Plaza, Children’s Plaza (playground), and Young Town Plaza.

Telephone

+82-53-620-0001

Closed

N/A (Open all year round)

Operating Hours

* Refer to the homepage.

Parking Facilities

2,500 spaces

Pre-payment at the fare booth
Individuals 3,000 won / Family 1,000 won
※ 2,000 won refund upon registration as annual membership on the visiting day

Available Facilities

* E-World
1) Land Area - 406,000㎡
2) Plazas – 6 themed plazas
3) Amusement Facilities – 31 rides
4) Cultural Facilities – Performance hall, Young Town, open-air stage
5) Exhibition halls – Ghost House, Super Cinema, special tower exhibition hall
6) Sports Facilities – Grass sledding park, snow sledding park
7) Food & Beverages – 35 snack bars and restaurants including Carnival Food Fair
8) Shops – 25 stores including gift shops
9) Other Facilities - stroller rental, medical room, etc.
10) Landscape features – 3 artificial lakes, 2 fountains, 1 grand waterfall
11) Flower Garden– Around 50,000 trees (zelkovas, pine trees, etc.) and flowers (tulips, lilies, roses, chrysanthemums, etc.)

* 83 Tower
1) Height – 202 meters (312 meters above sea level)
2) Total Area - 24,857㎡
3) Cultural Facilities – Observatory, digital experience hall, special exhibition hall
4) Food & Beverages – 5 restaurants including a revolving restaurant, sky lounge
5) Amusement facilities – digital arcade, playground etc.

Facilities for the Handicapped

Wheelchair free rental service

Admission Fees

[Individuals]
Admission ticket (E-World+Free performance):
Adults 16,000 won / Teenagers 10,000 won / Children 9,000 won

Free Pass (E-World/83 Tower+Free performance+Rides/Tower):
Adults 33,000 won / Teenagers 29,000 won / Children 24,000 won

[Nighttime discounted fare]
Free Pass (Admission to Park+free performance+rides):
Weekdays 18,000 won / Sat, Sun & National Holidays 18,000 won
* Adults, Teenagers and children pay the same rate.

[People with disabilities & Men of national merit]
Free Pass (E-World/83 Tower+Free performance+Rides):
Adults 16,500 won / Teenagers 14,500 won / Children 12,000 won

Directions

[Subway]
Duryu Station (Daegu Subway Line 2), Exit 15.
- 5-min walk from station.

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Biyernes, Disyembre 11, 2015

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Biyernes, Nobyembre 20, 2015

Fall is a good season for hiking. There are many hiking routes that anybody can enjoy in Daegu's famous mountains from the Mt. Palgong to Mt. Apsan and Mt. Biseul representing Daegu! We recommend the hiking paths in Daegu, Korea for your fall hiking.

For more updates about Korea Tourism, Like/Follow these following Official SNS Accounts of Korea Tourism Organization both Korea and Manila Office.

For more updates about Korea Tourism, Like/Follow these following Official SNS Accounts of Korea Tourism Organization both Korea and Manila Office.

For more updates about Korea Tourism, Like/Follow these following Official SNS Accounts of Korea Tourism Organization both Korea and Manila Office.

For more updates about Korea Tourism, Like/Follow these following Official SNS Accounts of Korea Tourism Organization both Korea and Manila Office.

For more updates about Korea Tourism, Like/Follow these following Official SNS Accounts of Korea Tourism Organization both Korea and Manila Office.

Fall is a good season for hiking.
There are many hiking routes that anybody can enjoy in Daegu's famous mountains from the Mt. Palgong to Mt. Apsan and Mt. Biseul representing Daegu!
We recommend the hiking paths in Daegu, Korea for your fall hiking.