30 years is often referred to as the period of one generation. A generation has passed since I began learning and researching tourism in earnest when I entered the doctoral program in tourism in 1992. My relationship with the Department of Tourism began in 1981 when I began learning Introduction to

Minister of Foreign Affairs Park Jin held the 1st Korea-Uzbekistan foreign ministers’ strategic dialogue with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov, who is on an official visit to Korea from September 10 to 12, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on September 11, and discussed a

On the 13th, the organizing committee of the 2027 FISU Summer World University Games in Chungcheong Province held a signboard ceremony to announce the official launch of the organizing committee at the secretariat of the Sejong City organizing committee.At the event, about 100 people, including Daej

The meeting of the G20 economies (New Delhi, India, 9-10 September) recognized the “opportunity to build a better future [through] development models that implement sustainable, inclusive and just transitions globally, while leaving no one behind”.The high-level discussions concluded with the launch

Incheon International Airport is seeking to ease the hassle of checks at departure halls and boarding gates by expanding facial recognition technology. By Arirang NewsPassengers at Incheon International Airport are facing new technology. The new SmartPass service, at the country's largest airport, s

Ahead of the G20 Leaders' Summit next 9-10 September, UNWTO has worked with the Presidency through India's Ministry of Tourism on the G20 Tourism and SDGs Dashboard. Halfway between the 2015 launch of the 2030 Agenda and the deadline to accomplish it, this tool will help to promote the sector's cont

Korea.net · Cultural exchanges to mark 60 years of ties with CanadaThe Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism on Sept. 1 said it will hold cultural exchange events with Canada such as exhibitions, concerts and performances to mark the 60th anniversary of bilateral relations.From Sept. 5-29, the min

Korea.net · No. of foreign tourists breaks 1M in July led by ChineseThe number of foreign tourists last month exceeded a million for the first time since the end of the COVID-19 pandemic.The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) on Aug. 29 said an estimated 1,032,188 travelers from abroad visited the cou

With the host of the Korea MICE Association (한국MICE협회) and the sponsorship from the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (문화체육관광부) and Andong City, the event included theoretical education in the Incentive Tour Sector, which forms one of the pillars of the MICE industry, as well as programs to ex

The new joint project will focus on two core issues, namely tourism marketing and community involvement in tourism on Thassos. The work is part of a wider focus to place local communities at the centre of tourism policies as the sector's recovery continues to gather pace.Marketing Action PlanAs part

On the 28th, the Korea Halal Export Association (한국할랄수출협회), the Korea Halal Industry Research Institute (한국할랄산업연구원) with Chairman Noh Jang-seo (노장서), and Yanatrip (야나트립) with CEO Jo Ji-hwan (조지환) signed a business agreement to Enter the Halal Market in the Middle East. Since its establishment in 201

COVID-19's infectious level on Aug. 31 will be cut to the lowest Class 4 from 2.The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) on Aug. 23 said, "From Aug. 31, the COVID-19 alert level will be reclassified as Level 4 due to the drastic drop in disease risk (fatality rate) and slower transmiss

Tourism Ministers set out visions Reflecting the heightened relevance of tourism as a solution to a range of global challenges and pillar of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the Conference was structured around two thematic sessions with a ministerial panel on Addressing global challenge

While smart technology makes lives easier for many, it's definitely challenging for some people to access such advancements or even break through entry barriers. That's why officials have decided to create "learning centers" to help these marginalized communities. Jeong Eun-joo with more.This 85-yea

With over 300 million users from 200+ countries, Zepeto is Asia’s number 1 metaverse platform and is popular among Millennials and Generation Z.“Building Seoul” focuses on Korea’s newest landmark attraction, Cheong Wa Dae, and the surrounding area. Users can become a “Seoul Master,” and construct th

The Chinese Ministry of Culture and Tourism on Aug. 10 announced the resumption of group travel by its nationals to 78 countries including Korea, the U.S. and Japan. "After the trial resumption of travel agency operations related to overseas group tours by Chinese citizens, the travel market has ope

On the 8th (local time), the city announced that it had signed a business agreement with Northern Ireland Trade and Investment Agency (Invest Northern Ireland) at their headquarters in Belfast, UK.Present at the agreement were Lee Seung-won (이승원) - Deputy Mayor of Sejong City's Economic Affairs, Yan

During his visit, Mayor Lee expressed his enthusiasm toward the students and their stay in Daejeon. He emphasized the city's commitment to ensuring the comfort of the Jaboticabal students during their time in Daejeon, especially by providing essential services such as meals and medical assistance. M

Sejong Special Self-Governing City (Mayor Choi Min-ho - 최민호) announced that it will hold the world's first International Garden City Expo for 45 days from April 11, 2025, to lead a new urban paradigm in response to environmental changes such as climate crisis and post-pandemic. Sejong City is planni

Chungcheongnam-do (충청남도) Governor Kim Tae-heum (김태흠), along with mayors and county chiefs, signed two significant agreements during the 4th Chungcheongnam-do Local Government Conference held at Seocheon County Office on the 31st of last month. The agreements were aimed at ensuring the successful hos