This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). The sun has barely set on another working day in the South Korean capital and already the streets of Hongdae are thronged. Groups of friends weave through the central Seoul neighbourhood,…
Having stayed in Seoul, Korea for over a month while on exchange, I’ve had my fair share of learning curves and delightful discoveries. I’m proud to say that I’ve picked up a few insider travel tips for Seoul that go…
Culinary Backstreets co-founder Ansel Mullins visited Seoul this past summer as part of a research trip for our newest food tours. What he encountered was a literal feast for the senses, from the tang of pickled banchan to the smoky…
With tourism rapidly surging in the South Korean capital, there’s no doubt that Seoul’s charming yet cutting-edge metropolis has landed on your radar in recent years. A trendsetting and expansive city, Seoul offers a vibrant flux: from modern skyscrapers to…
Korean barbecue is having a moment in our region, and we’ve rounded up some of the best of the bunch for you to try. By Alice Levitt April 11, 2025 at 7:00 am Share It could be argued that Korean…
South Korea is a frequent character in conversations around the world, thanks to its cutting-edge technology, world-class cuisine, chart-topping pop bands and some of the most exciting movies and TV series being made anywhere. To this cultural cachet, add in centuries…
Seoul is magnetic—a city with an irresistible allure that has captivated global audiences. Few cultural movements rival the Korean Wave (Hallyu), reshaping fashion, entertainment, technology, cuisine, and literature. Korea’s cultural gravity has made it a global hub for ambassadors bridging…
Teo Yang is the founder of Teo Yang Studio, a Seoul-based interior design firm. Jonathan Leijonhu Even at a young age, Teo Yang, the founder of Seoul-based design firm Teo Yang Studio—whose clients range from Blue Bottle Studio to Kukje…
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul in Jongno District, central Seoul, has been given five stars, the highest ranking, by Forbes Travel Guide on Thursday [FORBES TRAVEL GUIDE] The Shilla Seoul and Four Seasons Hotel Seoul received five stars, the highest…
Published: 25 Feb. 2025, 15:59 Updated: 25 Feb. 2025, 16:38 A screen capture of the AI chabot service on Visit Seoul [SEOUL TOURISM ORGANIZATION] The Seoul Tourism Organization has launched an AI chatbot service, offering real-time, personalized recommendations about…
