Emerald sea, powdery sand make Philippine island a tropical wonder

Food in the Gyeongsang provinces has a reputation for being dull compared to other regions. But the port city of Tongyeong is an exception, having developed a unique culinary culture based on the plentiful fresh seafood available year round.“Tongyeong’s seafood tastes better than other coastal cities in Korea,” claimed a stall owner of a local fish market.  Sea squirt tastes best in the spring and summer, and one of the best ways to try the seasonal exotic-looking delicacy is by way of bibimbap.

Trail connects birthplaces, museums of some of Korea’s greatest artists, while offering a breathtaking view of south coast

As Oriental medicine gains attention around the world, Korea is turning to traditional Korean medicine to attract more tourists. At Namsangol Hanok Village, international visitors can experience a fusion of traditional Oriental medicine and cuisine as seen on the internationally acclaimed historical drama “Jewel in the Palace.” The show not only boosted hallyu, or the movement of Korean popular culture, but also triggered an interest in traditional Korean medicine among many tourists and foreign

Aerial trams offer breathtaking panoramic views

This is the fifth installment in an 11-part series that introduces some of the best walking trails in Korea. Based on each trail’s popularity and the recommendations of travel experts and the Culture Ministry, The Korea Herald has selected the 10 best places for walking and hiking. The series received funding from the Korea Press Foundation. ― Ed.Hiking trails have sprung up all over Korea in recent years, but the Mount Jirisan trail is a hard one to match in terms of length, diversity and histo

With the number of tourists and business travelers in Asia growing, Frasers Hospitality, the company behind serviced residences Fraser Place and Fraser Suites, is planning to double its properties in North Asia and is eying unexplored areas of North America and South America, according to Choe Peng Sum, CEO of Frasers Hospitality Pte. Ltd. “We have seen growth in China, India and Japan, Taiwan and more. The whole of North Asia will see Frasers double its properties from 3,000 to 7,500 in the nex

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK ― Japanese artist Hokusai liked Mt. Fuji. Really liked it. So in the 1820s and 1830s, he made a series of 36 woodblock prints of the mountain, from near and far, in summer and winter. When they went over well, he made 10 more scenes. Then, because an artist must follow his muse, he started a new series: 100 views of Mt. Fuji.When I’m looking at Half Dome, the great granite hood ornament of Yosemite National Park, I understand Hokusai and Fuji. You see Half Dome on a centur

Hotel offers efficient workout programs for travelers

Camping trend evolves as people choose to fully immerse themselves in nature