Seoul to flush out 'dumping' tours that involve forced shopping, little culture

The Seoul city government will take action against "dumping" tourism following a recent investigation that detected packages with forced spending and excessive fees.

2024-09-28

Korean travel industry to woo tourists from China, Middle East

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism on Monday hosted a trend seminar with representatives from platforms like Trip.com, Klook and Expedia to discuss travel trends among Chinese and Middle Eastern tourists.

2024-01-29

Chinese tourists are not returning to Korea after pandemic amid weak yen, data shows

The monthly average of Chinese travelers visiting Korea remained far below pre-pandemic levels despite China's lifting of Covid-19 travel restrictions and group tours having resumed.

2023-11-27

Spending spree

Chinese group tourists shop at a duty-free shop at Lotte World Tower in Jamsil, southern Seoul, Monday.

2023-10-02

Hi-atus

Chinese group tourists and officials of the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) at Incheon International Airport on Thursday. The KTO held a welcoming ceremony for Chinese tourists who have returned after a six-year hiatus.

2023-08-24

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Seoul to flush out 'dumping' tours that involve forced shopping, little culture

Korean travel industry to woo tourists from China, Middle East

Chinese tourists are not returning to Korea after pandemic amid weak yen, data shows

Spending spree

Hi-atus