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In Korea, fortune tellers real deal for many

A few years ago when I returned to Korea, I was walking on a busy street in Seoul. A lady suddenly approached me and said she knew I’d just returned after being away for a long time.

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Korea Kids’ Corner: Enjoy a fairy tale day at Hongcheon Alpaca World!

Get reacquainted with nature and enjoy a fairy tale day trip to Hongcheon Alpaca World in Gangwon-do Province.

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Korea Tip of the Day: Don’t trash garbage rules in South Korea

In South Korea, residents living off-post are required to comply with government regulations regarding trash disposal. Failure to comply may result in fines of up to 1 million won.

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Tips to mastering mass transit in South Korea

You can easily reach almost any destination on the Korean Peninsula with minimal effort and at a reasonable cost, whether by train, taxi, bus, plane, or your privately owned vehicle. Here are the basics to help you get started!


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Fun in Korea: Shopping, prepping, hosting dinner party for friends

My good friend Abraham, an airman in the U.S. Air Force that I have known for years, just returned to Korea so it was a great excuse for a party.

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Get published in Stars and Stripes Destination Paradise magazine 2026-27

It’s time to book your flights and pack your bags to go on your next adventure! We know you love to travel as much as we do and being stationed in the Pacific provides great access to all the beautiful countries you never imagined you’d get to see.


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Kids’ take on Pacific Travel: A visit to Korea

Korea is a destination with so many exciting places to visit and such great places to eat!

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Changwon, Korea opens new VR and space-themed children’s experience zone

Changwon City has officially begun operating the “Bamgol Yeoul Madang Children’s Theme Experience Zone” inside Pallyong Park in Masanhoewon-gu, offering a new indoor play and learning space focused on virtual reality and interactive activities for children.

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A guide to Korea’s CU Ramyun Library: Finding most popular ramyeon in Seoul

Hongdae is the place where the hippest things in Seoul can be found.

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Speakin’ Korean: Iconic divers haenyeo

Let’s learn some Korean phrases about iconic divers “haenyeo”.

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Giant floating ‘Haechi’ playground coming to Seoul’s Han River Festival

Seoul’s annual “Hangang Easy Triathlon Festival” will return to Ttukseom Hangang Park from June 5 to 7, featuring large-scale water activities, cultural programs, and interactive events designed for visitors of all ages.

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Korea Kids’ Corner: Any kid can be anything at Kidzania!

Have you ever wondered what your kids will become when they grow up? There’s a perfect place where they can explore their endless possibilities and expand their dreams—KidZania!

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Three Korean festivals designated as “Global Festivals” in tourism push

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization have officially designated three major regional events — the Boryeong Mud Festival, Andong International Mask Dance Festival, and Jinju Namgang Lantern Festival — as Korea’s new “Global Festivals.”

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Taste of Korea: Try a giant traditional pancake (jeon) on folk marketplace street

Not far from the main entrance of Oeam Folk Village, you’ll find the Oeam Folk Marketplace Street, known for its row of traditional eateries in thatched roof houses.


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