Most people from Busan have been to Gyeongju once, on a school trip they barely remember. Going back as an adult is worth it. It’s only an hour by train and it’s the kind of city that rewards you for actually slowing down.
One of the fastest ways to feel connected in a new country is to learn how people actually speak in daily life. Not textbook phrases. Not formal expressions.
Here is what’s going on around the city of Seoul this week.
Find out what great things are happening around Busan this week.
Seoul’s Han River Bus has surpassed 500,000 cumulative passengers less than a year after launching, with city officials reporting strong weekend demand and high customer satisfaction.
Explore Boseong Green Tea Farm, nestled in the lush hills of Jeollanam-do Province, a peaceful oasis away from the bustle of daily life.
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Why are dinosaurs such a fascinating topic for kids? Perhaps it’s the giant size and awe-inspiring nature of these ancient creatures that captures their imaginations.
Though the TGC is the first face most U.S. soldiers meet in Korea, not all see how much their work matters. I followed the team to see a closer look at their work and mission.
Looking to get out and about? Here’s what’s happening around Busan this weekend.
The 4th Dadaepo Sunset Film Festival will take place from August 14 to 16 at Dadaepo Beach in Busan, bringing three days of outdoor film screenings, live performances, and community events to the city’s western coastline.
Namhae has highlighted Anggang Dasup Forest and Anggang Bay octopus pot fishing as its featured travel experiences for August, offering visitors a chance to combine nature, local culture, and fresh seafood in a single trip.
Seoul Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2027 will take place from September 1–6, expanding beyond its traditional home at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) to include Lotte World Tower for the first time.
The 2026 Hapcheon Ghost Park Festival is seeing record attendance, with visitor numbers more than doubling compared with the same period last year.
Foreign tourists visiting Korea’s beaches this summer are filling more than just hotels—they’re also driving a sharp increase in convenience store sales, with familiar Korean snacks, drinks, and practical travel essentials proving especially popular.
