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  • Free Pass to Seoul’s Royal Palaces
    In connection with the upcoming K-Royal Culture Festival , the K-Royal Palaces PASS is being released to allow unlimited admission to Seoul’s five royal palaces throughout the festival period.The K-Royal Culture Festival showcases Korea’s representative cultural assets, and is held twice a year in both spring and fall at Seoul’s five major royal palaces (Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, Deoksugung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace, Gyeonghuigung Palace) and Jongmyo Shrine. This year marks the tenth anniversary of the festival and is expected to be better than ever, with more programs and the addition of a global reservation system. K-Royal Palaces PASS-holders can enjoy unlimited access to the K-Royal Culture Festival venues and experience a range of events from performances to exhibitions, hands-on programs, reenactments, and more. However, please note that the pass does not allow access to the special ticketed events of Gyeongbokgung Palace Special Evening Admission or Changdeokgung Palace’s Secret Garden.The K-Royal Palaces PASS is available for purchase on major travel platforms. The pass also acts as a transportation card and offers a 10% discount at KHmall off-line stores and Korea House; and a 30% discount on tickets to the musical “The Tribe,” taking place at Sejong Center.K-Royal Culture Festival K-Royal Palaces PASSValid period: April 27 – May 5, 2024Sales period: March 18 – April 25, 2024Price: 10,000 wonSales locations: Klook, KKday, Seoul Travel Pass, Trippose, Get Your Guide, TrazyPick-up period: April 27 – May 5, 2024 / 10:00-17:00Pick-up locations: Incheon International Airport Terminal 1, K-Royal Culture Festival information booth at Gyeongbokgung Palace (available at information booth of other palaces as well)Pick-up process: Show K-Royal Palaces PASS mobile ticket (QR code) to receive the K-Royal Palaces PASS (only required the first time)Website: www.chf.or.kr
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    • Korea Today
    2024-04-15
  • Royal Palaces More Beautiful by Night
    Korea’s royal palaces, full of charm at any time of day, are even more beautiful when viewed at night. The official evening programs for spring are starting up soon, with special guided tours taking place at Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, and Deoksugung Palace. The Gyeongbokgung Palace Special Evening Admission program is popular among Koreans and foreigners alike for offering a chance to taste a recreation of Doseuksurasang, a table set for the king with 12 different dishes. At the Deoksugung Palace program, Night at Seokjojeon Hall, taste coffee and desserts enjoyed by Emporer Gojong while watching an original musical. For visitors unable to snag tickets to these highly sought-after programs, you can still enjoy the palaces at night through regular evening hours, taking place at Gyeongbokgung Palace, Deoksugung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace, and the Temporary Palace at Hwaseong Fortress. Tickets for these hours are available on-site. Gyeongbokgung Palace [Gyeongbokgung Palace Special Evening Admission] Period: April 3 – May 4, 2024 / Admission period for foreigners May 2-4, 2024 Ticket reservations: Open April 1, 2024 at 09:00 (Site will close when sold out) Admission times: Session 1 - 18:40 / Session 2 - 19:40 (each session lasts 110 minutes) Ticket price: 60,000 won (Limited to two tickets per person) Website: www.chf.or.kr Reservations (Creatrip): creatrip.com/en Inquiries (Creatrip): +82-70-4327-2310 [Evening Hours] Period: TBA (Closed Tuesdays) Operating hours: 19:00-21:00 (Last admission 20:30) Admission fee: 3,000 won (200 on-site tickets available for foreigners) Website: royal.cha.go.kr Changdeokgung Palace Complex [Moonlight Tour at Changdeokgung Palace] Period: April 11 – June 2, 2024 / Admission period for foreigners April 27-28 & May 2-3, 2024 Ticket reservations: Open April 1, 2024 at 09:00 (Site will close when sold out) Admission times: Session 1 - 19:20, 19:25, 19:30 / Session 2 - 20:00, 20:05, 20:10 (each session lasts 110 minutes) Ticket price: 30,000 won (Limited to two tickets per person) Website: www.chf.or.kr Reservations (Creatrip): creatrip.com/en Inquiries (Creatrip): +82-70-4327-2310 Deoksugung Palace [Seokjojeon at Night] Period: April 16 – May 25, 2024 / Admission period for foreigners May 1-3, 2024 Ticket reservations: Open April 1, 2024 at 09:00 (Site will close when sold out) Admission times: Session 1 - 18:20 / Session 2 - 18:50 / Session 3 – 19:25 (each session lasts 90 minutes) Ticket price: 26,000 won (Limited to two tickets per person) Website: www.chf.or.kr Reservations (Creatrip): creatrip.com/en Inquiries (Creatrip): +82-70-4327-2310 [Evening Hours] Period: All year round (Closed Mondays) Operating hours: 09:00-21:00 (Last admission 20:00) Admission fee: 1,000 won / Free for visitors ages 18 & under, 65 & older, and all visitors wearing hanbok Website: royal.cha.go.kr Changgyeonggung Palace [Night Hours] Period: All year round (Closed Mondays) Operating hours: 09:00-21:00 (Last admission 20:00) Admission fee: 1,000 won / Free for visitors ages 18 & under, 65 & older, and all visitors wearing hanbok Website: royal.cha.go.kr Temporary Palace at Hwaseong Fortress [Evening Program Moonlight Conversations] Period: May 3 – October 27, 2024 / Friday-Sunday Operating hours: 18:00-21:30 (Last admission 21:00) Admission fee: 1,500 won / Free for visitors ages 6 & under, 65 & older, and all visitors wearing hanbok Website: www.swcf.or.kr
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    • Korea Today
    2024-03-30
  • MICHELIN Guide to Seoul & Busan 2024
    The internationally renowned Michelin Guide released “The MICHELIN Guide Seoul & Busan 2024” in February of this year. This marks the first time the Michelin Guide for Korea has included a city outside of Seoul since first being released in 2017. Busan was selected due to the port city’s unique dining culture.The MICHELIN Guide Seoul & Busan 2024 features 177 restaurants in Seoul and 43 restaurants in Busan, for a total of 220 premium dining locations. French restaurant Allen and Japanese restaurant Mitou in Seoul both earned their second star, while Mori (Japanese cuisine), Palate (French cuisine), and Fiotto (Italian cuisine) in Busan each earned their first Michelin star. Fiotto also earned a Green Star for their use of ingredients picked directly from the farm.In addition to the restaurants which were able to earn stars, the guide also includes 15 and 6 restaurants in Busan and Seoul respectively that were recognized as Bib Gourmand restaurants, providing delicious food at reasonable prices. These new additions bring the total of Bib Gourmand restaurants to 72, ranging from traditional Korean cuisine to Japanese, Mexican, and Thai, as well as vegan cooking.Foodies planning a trip to Korea should definitely check the Michelin Guide! For a gourmand experience that won’t cost too much, a visit to one of the Bib Gourmand restaurants is a great choice.The MICHELIN Guide Seoul & Busan 2024▶ Michelin restaurants in Seoul▶ Michelin restaurants in Busan
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    • Korea Today
    2024-03-12
  • Seoul Subway Introduces Real-time Interpretation System
    A real-time interpretation system capable of interpreting 13 languages using AI technology has been installed at the Customer Support Center of Myeong-dong Station (Seoul Subway Line 4). The system works by connecting a mic to a see-through touch screen that displays the words spoken and translates them depending on which language the tourist selects. After the tourist asks a question in their own language, their question is translated into Korean and appears on the monitor for the Korean station worker to see and respond to. Now travelers can quickly and easily get answers to all their subway questions, including finding subway routes, the fastest transfer points, and anything else about the subway station. The touch-screen can also be used to look up information on T-locker and T-luggage, storage systems in place for travelers. The system is available in Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Thai, Malay, Indonesian, Spanish, French, German, Arabic, and Russian (13 languages total). While the system is currently in the testing stage, more machines are planned to be installed at major subway stations, including Seoul Station, Itaewon Station, Gimpo Airport Station, Gwanghwamun Station, and Hongik Univ. Station.
    • In English
    • Korea Today
    2024-03-02
  • Traveler Immigration Support Chatbot at Your Service
    Getting answers to quarantine and customs clearance related questions is now easier than ever with the Traveler Immigration Support, a chatbot service provided by the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA). This service offers answers to the most commonly asked questions by travelers planning to take an international flight to Korea such as customs clearance, currency exchange, immigration screening, and more. Users can get answers to their questions either by typing in keywords or selecting a topic among the given options. To use the chatbot service, select the turquoise banner from any one of the following official websites: the KDCA, Overseas Infection Disease NOW (해외감염병NOW), Q-Code, and National Quarantine Station. The Traveler Immigration Support chatbot service is supported in 12 languages. Along with the announcement of the Traveler Immigration Support, the KDCA declares they will “continue efforts to protect travelers’ safety and health through a variety of measures.” Traveler Immigration Support Chatbot Service Accessible websites: Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency Overseas Infection Disease NOW (해외감염병NOW) Q-Code National Quarantine Station Supported languages: English, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Thai, German, Russian, Spanish, Italian, French Inquiries: +82-2-2163-5945, +82-1339 * Please be aware that system errors may occur depending on the language settings of the users’ device. For the best service, it is recommended to change the device language setting to Korean. 1) For mobile users: Language selection option is only available when the device language is set to “Korean” 2) For PC users: Select “Korean” as the first language option for the web browser Visa and Entry Requirements ▶Visa ▶Immigration ▶Prohibited & Restricted Items ▶Animal/Plant Quarantines
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    • Korea Today
    2024-01-23
  • Enjoy GANGWON 2024 with Winter Festivals!
    Daegwallyeong Snow Festival (Credit: Daegwallyeong Snow Festival official website) A free shuttle bus will operate between GANGWON 2024 competition arena areas and nearby festival venues. Shuttle bus services will be available January 20-24 and January 27-29. Major stops along the route include Gangneung Station, near Gangneung Oval, the venue for speed skating, short track speed skating, figure skating, and curling events; Alpensia Resort, the venue for snow sports such as bobsleigh, skeleton, and ski jump; and the festival grounds of representative winter festivals Pyeongchang Trout Festival and Daegwallyeong Snow Festival. All riders will receive a commemorative 2024 Cultural Festival yearly planner, with 30% off discount coupons for Pyeongchang Trout Festival programs and Daegwallyeong Snow Festival paid zones. The shuttle bus is limited to visitors attending GANGWON 2024 events, excluding local residents. As the shuttle bus schedule and route differs by date, be sure to check the operating information below. GANGWON 2024 Period: January 19 – February 1, 2024 Venues: Four cities throughout Gangwon State (Gangneung, Pyeongchang, Jeongseon, Hoengseong) Website: olympics.com GANGWON 2024 shuttle bus schedule * Inquiries: Seungwoo Tour +82-70-4441-6355 / beaver@swtour.co.kr (Korean, English) * Two round-trip buses operate per day * Buses will not stop at Pyeongchang Trout Festival on January 29 (Festival ends Jan. 28) * Bus schedule subject to change depending on local road conditions
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    • Korea Today
    2024-01-16

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    Siemens Korea Conducts Volunteer Activities for Local Senior Citizens in Celebration of Family Month
    A global powerhouse in electrical engineering and electronics, Siemens Korea (Siemens Ltd. Seoul·SLS) announced that the company served meals to the elderly in celebration of Family Month, on May 19.About 40 employees from Siemens Korea as part of ‘The NANUM’ volunteer corps visited the Seoul Senior Welfare Center in Jongno-gu, Seoul, presented a donation of KRW 10 million, and conducted a meal serving activity to approximately 1,000 seniors. As the first face-to-face volunteer service since the outbreak of the pandemic, employees delivered their warmest wishes for the health of the elderly who visited the center by preparing and serving ‘Samgye-tang’, Korean ginseng chicken soup, an immunity-boosting dish enjoyed in between seasonal changes. Prior to serving the meals, gifts were delivered to the elderly who visited the center to commemorate Parents’ Day on May 8.Mr. HaJoong Chung, President and CEO of Siemens Korea said, “After having been through such difficult times caused by the pandemic, we are extremely gratified to be able to resume our face-to-face volunteer activities once again. Based on the firm foundation of our ESG management principles, we are committed to acting as responsible corporate citizens for creating a more sustainable future for our local community.”The NANUM was launched in January 2013 to encourage SLS employees to participate in volunteer activities throughout the year. Volunteer activities performed during the past 10 years include distributing charcoal briquettes, environmental cleaning, delivering daily necessities, and serving meals to the needy. In 2022, The NANUM continued to support needy neighborhoods despite the pandemic in non-face-to-face ways.
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    • Korea Today
    2023-05-19
  • KDCA Lowers COVID-19 Alert Level
    The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency announced today that the COVID-19 alert level will be lowered from the current ‘critical’ (level 4) to ‘alert’ (level 3) from 1st June. Major response measures With the downgrade of the alert level, the KDCA has also announced the mitigation of the COVID-19 prevention and control measures such as mandatory isolation and indoor-mask wearing requirement. The 7-day isolation period for a confirmed case will be reduced to 5 days, and isolation will be recommended for a confirmed case but no longer be mandatory. However, isolation measures in medical institutions and infection-vulnerable facilities need to be maintained to protect vulnerable populations. Indoor-mask wearing will be switched to a recommendation in medical clinics and drug stores. However, mask wearing will remain mandatory in hospital-level medical institutions and infection-vulnerable facilities offering admission. The mandatory preemptive diagnostic testing imposed once a week upon people working at infection-vulnerable facilities will be mitigated in a way to be applied when necessary: for instance, when those in such facilities show suspected symptoms or many of them are close contacts. People admitted to such facilities will be allowed to have a meal with their families on a face-to-face visit, as long as infection prevention rules are complied with. PCR testing for arrivals at the border, recommended to take within three days after arrival, will be lifted. Mitigating all the response measures mentioned above earlier than 1st June will be reviewed if relevant administrative processes have been completed fast. Medical response and government support The medical response system and government support (e.g. treatment fees, etc.) will be implemented as in the initial plan of the ‘roadmap for COVID-19 alert level adjustment,’ even though major COVID-19 response measures will be mitigated earlier. This is to reduce burdens on people and minimize their health damage. Also, publication of statistics on confirmed cases, currently made on a daily basis, will be done once a week. COVID-19 surveillance Importantly, the KDCA will adopt a COVID-19 positive case surveillance system when the class of COVID-19 is lowered from the current Class 2 to Class 4 infectious disease. The system, which will be in operation temporarily until the end of this year, collects clinical data (e.g. gender, age, symptoms, etc.) from COVID-19 positive cases, thus enabling identifying the levels and trends of infections. The system also collects and analyzes pathogenic information, thus making it possible to closely monitor the infection spread.
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    • Korea Today
    2023-05-11
  • Korea-U.S. High-Tech Alliance to Set Global Standards
    On the occasion of the state visit of President Yoon Suk Yeol, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) of the Republic of Korea (Minister Oh Yu-Kyoung) met with Dr. Robert M. Califf, Commissioner of the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to discuss cooperation between the two organizations in the field of digital health and signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC*) on April 27 (local time) to strengthen cooperation on medical products using artificial intelligence (AI). The signing of the MOC is part of the strengthening of cooperation in the Korea-U.S. high-tech alliance and supports the core and emerging technology cooperation agreed upon by the two leaders. It was also promoted as a follow-up to the meeting between Minister Oh Yu-Kyoung and Commissioner Robert Califf in March. Specifically, it was designed to ▲ share experiences in using AI for medical product development ▲ discuss ways to promote the use of innovative technologies to develop effective and safe medical products ▲ and promote the harmonization of medical product regulations using AI, which is jointly led by the MFDS and the US FDA. AI technology, which has been rapidly developing in recent years, is increasingly being utilized in the field of medical product development. In particular, with the advent of the borderless digital era based on the cloud, regulatory agencies in each country agree on the need for international harmonization of the regulatory system to promote the development of medical products using AI technology and support their rapid use on site. Against this backdrop, the signing of the MOC is significant as both organizations have recognized the importance of international harmonization in the digital health sector and have taken the first step for considering and discussing together to activate the development of medical products using AI technology. Building on the signing of this MOC, the two organizations will hold joint workshops to share experiences in using AI for medical product development with regulators from around the world and discuss how regulators can help advance the use of innovative technologies to deliver safe and effective medical products. MFDS will continue and develop in-depth discussions with the US FDA based on the joint workshop so that the results of the joint workshop can be used as a global standard. Based on this, we will strengthen regulatory support to revitalize the development and export of medical products using AI, such as refining the system more rationally and taking initiative in setting guidelines. Prior to this, on April 26 (local time), Minister Oh visited WellDoc, a US-based company that received approval for its digital therapeutics for the first time in the world. She shared her views on recent global market trends and future development directions in the digital health sector. In addition, on April 26 (local time), the Minister attended the '2023 APEC Medical Product Supply Chain Dialogue' event at the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), where she shared Korea's best policy practices for the pharmaceutical supply chain. She also discussed with USP representative Dr. Ronald Piervincenzi ways to actively cooperate with each other, including ways to promote joint research on innovative medicines and human resource exchange. The visit laid the groundwork for concrete and practical cooperation with the US FDA and USP in the field of medical products. MFDS will continue to expand cooperation on issues of common interest, such as clinical trials and food safety management. The Korea Medical Devices Industry Association and the Korea Pharmaceutical and Bio-Pharma Manufacturers Association commented on the bilateral cooperation that they welcome the MFDS’ advanced regulatory science activities and international harmonization efforts to support Korean companies' initiatives in overseas markets. MFDS will spare no efforts to expand our role on the global stage through multifaceted cooperation with food and drug regulatory agencies around the world. The Ministry will proactively prepare regulations for medical products applied with innovative future technologies so that Korea's regulations can soon become a global regulatory standard.
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    • Korea Today
    2023-05-05
  • Korea, Wonderland?
    Handing out hand-sewn masks, reducing rent, making donations, sending lunchboxes and volunteering at medical facilities… How have Koreans been responding to the COVID-19 outbreak? Watch the video to find out.
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    • Korea Today
    2023-05-02
  • 2023 Kukki Taekwondo Hanmaeum Festival Breaks Guinness World Records
    2023 Kukki Taekwondo Hanmaeum Festival was held on March 25, 2023 at Gwanghawmun Square. The festival celebrated the fifth anniversary of Taekwondo being officially designated as Korea’s national martial art with a highlight performance of over 12,000 Taekwondo practitioners performing Taeguk 1 Jang demonstration for 10 minutes at the same time. Five members of World Guinness Records with 260 judges also attended the festival to verify if the performance meets the criteria of “The world’s biggest group demonstration.” The festival also featured photo exhibition of 50 Years of Kukkiwon, K-pop and trot performances, Kukkiwon Demonstration Team performances and more.
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    • Korea Today
    2023-03-27
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