• [Feature]Mandara Spa at Atlantis Paradise Island: A Wellness Oasis in the Tropics

  Mandara Spa Entrance [Wellness Today International Editor Bill Healey] A visit to the Mandara Spa at the Atlantis Paradise Island in the Bahamas is a relaxing escape from the many activities available at this spectacular island resort. I was fortunate to have spent four days and three nights onsite as a guest of the Atlantis Resort. Having taken twelve hours to travel from Las Vegas to Nassau (airport transfers and flight changes), I was pleased to be scheduled for a Coconut Poultice Massage at their award winning Mandara Spa on my first morning onsite. The treatment is described as a treatment that “strengthens and heals the body. This traditional therapy combines stretching, long strokes as well as palm and thumb pressure techniques.” Having started my resort visit after a lengthy journey, it became my “jet lag” treatment, improving blood flow and easing the stresses of travel. The therapist’s touch allowed the pains of travel and the concerns of daily life to be easily swept-away. Considered a Balinese treatment, I was particularly curious to give it a try as I’ve experienced numerous Balinese treatments during my 15 years living in Bali. Needless to say, the treatment at The Atlantis exceeded all expectations. The serenity of the Mandara Spa as well as the professionalism of the therapist provided the welcoming calm that one would expect in a luxury resort spa. Further information on the Mandara Spa at The Atlantis can be found at: - Mandara Spa website: https://www.mandaraspa.com/our-spas/atlantis-paradise-island/ - Atlantis Bahamas website: https://www.atlantisbahamas.com/things-to-do/spa Note that the Mandara Spa will be undergoing a significant renovation and rebranding. At the moment of writing this review, no date has been set for the opening of the renovated Spa, but it is expected in the early part of 2025. Stay tuned here for more information. MANDARA SPA FOR THAT PAMPERED TOUCH Award-winning Mandara Spa at Atlantis brings together ancient Balinese healing touches, traditional European therapies, and natural elements indigenous to The Bahamas while charting a path to the -New World. Come bask in our sanctuary of warm and cold plunge pools, steam and sauna rooms or rejuvenating facials as you create timeless Mandara moments. What's more, couples can enjoy a special spa suite, while the women's area includes a relaxing aromatherapy room. Elevate your stay with an incredible island spa experience. Retail Lounge Host with Bush Tea Facial Treatment Hot Stone Body Treatment Salt Treatment

• Busan, Korea’s Most Beloved Nighttime Tourist City: Reborn as ‘A Starry Night in Busan’, a Global City That’s More Fun at Night

  Yongdusan Park and Busan tower (Photo: Busan Metropolitan City Government) Busan, Korea’s most beloved city for night tourism, is a traveler’s paradise. Enjoy the stunning views of this world-class port city, state-of-the-art drone shows, nighttime boat cruises across the sea, bustling food markets full of local flavor, and Korea’s largest fish market. A Starry Night in BusanBusan, Korea’s No. 1 transshipment hub and port city, launched the “Starry Night in Busan (SNB)” night tourism brand in 2022, aiming to transform night tourism from scenic views to an array of fun and engaging experiences and programs for people of all ages. The annual “SNB Night Festa” offers non-stop entertainment throughout Busan, ensuring the city stays lively from dusk till dawn.Yongdusan Park: A Hotspot for Pragmatic Travelers Seeking to Experience Authentic BusanYongdusan Park, located in Busan’s historic city center, is a symbol of Korea‘s modern history. Once a bustling post-war hub, the area is now dubbed “foodie heaven” by travelers, thanks to the nearby Jagalchi Market, Korea’s largest fish market. The area also features Gukje Market and Nampo-dong Shopping Street, popular for bargain shopping and appetizing street food.Nicknamed “Korea‘s Khaosan Road,” Yongdusan Park offers the most authentic “Busan-esque” vibe, with budget accommodations, mouthwatering local food, and plenty of entertainment. Once commonly known as a “senior’s playground,” the park has been revitalized and has evolved into a trendy destination popular with Gen Z. As the main venue for the SNB Night Festa, Yongdusan Park will host various events from July through October this year, including a Night Pop-up Store and flea market featuring popular Korean characters and mascots, a Candlelight Concert with classical music, the Yongdusan Night Festival, and a night walk involving a quiz and treasure hunt.Suyeong River & Centum City: The Pinnacle of Futuristic and Modern, Busan's Landmark for Romance and Luxury Experience-SeekersLocated in eastern Busan, the Suyeong River—where the sea and river meet—and Centum City (Haeundae) areas offer a blend of sea, river, and modern cityscapes, making them the most futuristic and luxurious night spots in Busan. Home to Haeundae Beach, which ranked third in TripAdvisor’s 2024 Traveler’s Choice Awards for “Best Beach in Asia”, this area boasts unforgettable scenic views, marine sports, luxury hotels, and the world's largest department store, as certified by Guinness World Records. The SNB River Dinner Cruise provides a romantic evening with live music, showcasing sights like Gwangan Bridge and the Haeundae district.Dadaepo Seaside Park & Hwamyeong Eco Park: Hidden Gems That Are Busan Locals’ Best-Kept SecretsTravelers looking for a memorable experience should explore Dadaepo Seaside Park and Hwamyeong Eco Park, two local favorite spots for breathtaking sunset views. Hwamyeong Eco Park is filled with enchanting lotus flowers, and visitors can enjoy the SNB Night Market, which promises an evening full of authentic Busan culinary flavor with hands-on activities like making your own “Jeon” (a traditional Korean dish similar to a pancake, made with an assortment of vegetables and flour) paired with traditional Busan liquor.Busan, a city like no other, stands out with its unique identity and individuals who capture its vibrant personality. It boasts an international airport, an international cruise terminal, and a high-speed railway (the KTX) that connects Seoul and Busan in just two hours, along with two bus terminals for intercity and express travel anywhere in the country.For more information, please visit the official website Visit Busan and Instagram @starry_night_busan.en 2024 Night Pop-up Store in Yongdusan Park (Photo: Busan Tourism Organization) River Dinner Cruise (Photo: Busan Tourism Organization)

• Chill in Style: Neulsi Can Cooler Sets a New Trend in Beverage Cooling

  On August 23, 2024, Nature & Farm announced the release of its innovative cooling solution, the ‘Neulsi Can Cooler’. This product is designed to effectively keep canned beer and soft drinks cool, which has garnered significant attention from consumers. The Neulsi Can Cooler utilizes a special refrigerant, allowing beverages to stay refreshingly cold for 2-3 hours, ensuring that consumers enjoy every last drop chilled. Produced entirely in Korea, the Neulsi Can Cooler has been officially KS certified after passing a test confirming the absence of harmful substances conducted by the KOTITI Testing & Research Institute, thus enhancing its safety. Living up to its slogan, “Always Cool,” this product offers a convenient solution to keep beverages cool anytime, anywhere. The process is simple: just freeze it for 3-4 hours, take it out, and place a can of beer, soju, or another beverage inside. This makes it easy to use at home, parties, or even outdoors. The Neulsi Can Cooler is gaining popularity among consumers due to its ease of use and excellent performance. It is available in five color options and features an LED base, allowing for various atmospheres to be created. In restaurants, it can keep drinks cool for extended periods, enhancing customer satisfaction and boosting sales. A representative from Neulsi mentioned that this product can be customized with logos or slogans, making it highly versatile for merchandise or marketing purposes. The Neulsi Can Cooler is designed with an eco-friendly approach, boasting high cooling efficiency without requiring electricity, making it an ideal product for modern lifestyles. Consumer feedback has been positive, with one user saying, “It’s incredibly convenient to keep my beer cool outdoors,” and another noting, “It kept my drink cold until the very last drop.” The Neulsi Can Cooler is currently available on major online shopping platforms, with a limited-time launch discount event in progress. It is expected to become a must-have item for summer, perfectly tailored to the lifestyle of modern consumers. Nature & Farm, the company behind the Neulsi Can Cooler, was established in 2013 as an online distribution specialist and is now expanding into the global market, starting with Japan.

• [Feature]Mandara Spa at Atlantis Paradise Island: A Wellness Oasis in the Tropics

  Mandara Spa Entrance [Wellness Today International Editor Bill Healey] A visit to the Mandara Spa at the Atlantis Paradise Island in the Bahamas is a relaxing escape from the many activities available at this spectacular island resort. I was fortunate to have spent four days and three nights onsite as a guest of the Atlantis Resort. Having taken twelve hours to travel from Las Vegas to Nassau (airport transfers and flight changes), I was pleased to be scheduled for a Coconut Poultice Massage at their award winning Mandara Spa on my first morning onsite. The treatment is described as a treatment that “strengthens and heals the body. This traditional therapy combines stretching, long strokes as well as palm and thumb pressure techniques.” Having started my resort visit after a lengthy journey, it became my “jet lag” treatment, improving blood flow and easing the stresses of travel. The therapist’s touch allowed the pains of travel and the concerns of daily life to be easily swept-away. Considered a Balinese treatment, I was particularly curious to give it a try as I’ve experienced numerous Balinese treatments during my 15 years living in Bali. Needless to say, the treatment at The Atlantis exceeded all expectations. The serenity of the Mandara Spa as well as the professionalism of the therapist provided the welcoming calm that one would expect in a luxury resort spa. Further information on the Mandara Spa at The Atlantis can be found at: - Mandara Spa website: https://www.mandaraspa.com/our-spas/atlantis-paradise-island/ - Atlantis Bahamas website: https://www.atlantisbahamas.com/things-to-do/spa Note that the Mandara Spa will be undergoing a significant renovation and rebranding. At the moment of writing this review, no date has been set for the opening of the renovated Spa, but it is expected in the early part of 2025. Stay tuned here for more information. MANDARA SPA FOR THAT PAMPERED TOUCH Award-winning Mandara Spa at Atlantis brings together ancient Balinese healing touches, traditional European therapies, and natural elements indigenous to The Bahamas while charting a path to the -New World. Come bask in our sanctuary of warm and cold plunge pools, steam and sauna rooms or rejuvenating facials as you create timeless Mandara moments. What's more, couples can enjoy a special spa suite, while the women's area includes a relaxing aromatherapy room. Elevate your stay with an incredible island spa experience. Retail Lounge Host with Bush Tea Facial Treatment Hot Stone Body Treatment Salt Treatment

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  • Feature

  2024-09-04

• Busan, Korea’s Most Beloved Nighttime Tourist City: Reborn as ‘A Starry Night in Busan’, a Global City That’s More Fun at Night

  Yongdusan Park and Busan tower (Photo: Busan Metropolitan City Government) Busan, Korea’s most beloved city for night tourism, is a traveler’s paradise. Enjoy the stunning views of this world-class port city, state-of-the-art drone shows, nighttime boat cruises across the sea, bustling food markets full of local flavor, and Korea’s largest fish market. A Starry Night in BusanBusan, Korea’s No. 1 transshipment hub and port city, launched the “Starry Night in Busan (SNB)” night tourism brand in 2022, aiming to transform night tourism from scenic views to an array of fun and engaging experiences and programs for people of all ages. The annual “SNB Night Festa” offers non-stop entertainment throughout Busan, ensuring the city stays lively from dusk till dawn.Yongdusan Park: A Hotspot for Pragmatic Travelers Seeking to Experience Authentic BusanYongdusan Park, located in Busan’s historic city center, is a symbol of Korea‘s modern history. Once a bustling post-war hub, the area is now dubbed “foodie heaven” by travelers, thanks to the nearby Jagalchi Market, Korea’s largest fish market. The area also features Gukje Market and Nampo-dong Shopping Street, popular for bargain shopping and appetizing street food.Nicknamed “Korea‘s Khaosan Road,” Yongdusan Park offers the most authentic “Busan-esque” vibe, with budget accommodations, mouthwatering local food, and plenty of entertainment. Once commonly known as a “senior’s playground,” the park has been revitalized and has evolved into a trendy destination popular with Gen Z. As the main venue for the SNB Night Festa, Yongdusan Park will host various events from July through October this year, including a Night Pop-up Store and flea market featuring popular Korean characters and mascots, a Candlelight Concert with classical music, the Yongdusan Night Festival, and a night walk involving a quiz and treasure hunt.Suyeong River & Centum City: The Pinnacle of Futuristic and Modern, Busan's Landmark for Romance and Luxury Experience-SeekersLocated in eastern Busan, the Suyeong River—where the sea and river meet—and Centum City (Haeundae) areas offer a blend of sea, river, and modern cityscapes, making them the most futuristic and luxurious night spots in Busan. Home to Haeundae Beach, which ranked third in TripAdvisor’s 2024 Traveler’s Choice Awards for “Best Beach in Asia”, this area boasts unforgettable scenic views, marine sports, luxury hotels, and the world's largest department store, as certified by Guinness World Records. The SNB River Dinner Cruise provides a romantic evening with live music, showcasing sights like Gwangan Bridge and the Haeundae district.Dadaepo Seaside Park & Hwamyeong Eco Park: Hidden Gems That Are Busan Locals’ Best-Kept SecretsTravelers looking for a memorable experience should explore Dadaepo Seaside Park and Hwamyeong Eco Park, two local favorite spots for breathtaking sunset views. Hwamyeong Eco Park is filled with enchanting lotus flowers, and visitors can enjoy the SNB Night Market, which promises an evening full of authentic Busan culinary flavor with hands-on activities like making your own “Jeon” (a traditional Korean dish similar to a pancake, made with an assortment of vegetables and flour) paired with traditional Busan liquor.Busan, a city like no other, stands out with its unique identity and individuals who capture its vibrant personality. It boasts an international airport, an international cruise terminal, and a high-speed railway (the KTX) that connects Seoul and Busan in just two hours, along with two bus terminals for intercity and express travel anywhere in the country.For more information, please visit the official website Visit Busan and Instagram @starry_night_busan.en 2024 Night Pop-up Store in Yongdusan Park (Photo: Busan Tourism Organization) River Dinner Cruise (Photo: Busan Tourism Organization)

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  • Korea Today

  2024-09-03

• Chill in Style: Neulsi Can Cooler Sets a New Trend in Beverage Cooling

  On August 23, 2024, Nature & Farm announced the release of its innovative cooling solution, the ‘Neulsi Can Cooler’. This product is designed to effectively keep canned beer and soft drinks cool, which has garnered significant attention from consumers. The Neulsi Can Cooler utilizes a special refrigerant, allowing beverages to stay refreshingly cold for 2-3 hours, ensuring that consumers enjoy every last drop chilled. Produced entirely in Korea, the Neulsi Can Cooler has been officially KS certified after passing a test confirming the absence of harmful substances conducted by the KOTITI Testing & Research Institute, thus enhancing its safety. Living up to its slogan, “Always Cool,” this product offers a convenient solution to keep beverages cool anytime, anywhere. The process is simple: just freeze it for 3-4 hours, take it out, and place a can of beer, soju, or another beverage inside. This makes it easy to use at home, parties, or even outdoors. The Neulsi Can Cooler is gaining popularity among consumers due to its ease of use and excellent performance. It is available in five color options and features an LED base, allowing for various atmospheres to be created. In restaurants, it can keep drinks cool for extended periods, enhancing customer satisfaction and boosting sales. A representative from Neulsi mentioned that this product can be customized with logos or slogans, making it highly versatile for merchandise or marketing purposes. The Neulsi Can Cooler is designed with an eco-friendly approach, boasting high cooling efficiency without requiring electricity, making it an ideal product for modern lifestyles. Consumer feedback has been positive, with one user saying, “It’s incredibly convenient to keep my beer cool outdoors,” and another noting, “It kept my drink cold until the very last drop.” The Neulsi Can Cooler is currently available on major online shopping platforms, with a limited-time launch discount event in progress. It is expected to become a must-have item for summer, perfectly tailored to the lifestyle of modern consumers. Nature & Farm, the company behind the Neulsi Can Cooler, was established in 2013 as an online distribution specialist and is now expanding into the global market, starting with Japan.

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  • 리빙

  2024-08-23

• Korea House, Unique Venue of BTS Billboard Magazine Covers, Now Offers K-Royal Cuisine to Global Palates

  Korea House, run by the Korea Heritage Agency under its Chairman Choi Young-chang, presents new summer season menu. Located in Jung-gu, Seoul, Korea House originally served as a venue for receiving VIP guests and heads of state to introduce traditional Korean life to domestic and foreign dignitaries. It is radiating serene “Korean beauty” in central Seoul since 1981.As a traditional cultural complex, Korea House offers Korean traditional cuisine (Korean fine dining and traditional refreshments), hosts weddings, and presents Korean traditional art performances, all contributing to its growing popularity. Known for a filming location for a BTS magazine cover, it has become one of the most favored spots for K-dramas and attracted foreign tourists eager to experience authentic Korean culture.Its Korean fine dining presents innovative dishes using seasonal ingredients inspired by court cuisine. Under the guidance of a culinary advisor Cho Hee-sook, renowned as the godmother of Korean food and Asia’s Best Female Chef Award winner in 2020 with Kim Do-seop, certified trainee of national intangible cultural heritage ‘royal cuisine’ and head of the Korean Food Research Team at the Korea Heritage Agency, Korea House is committed to preserving and promoting Korean culinary traditions.This summer, Korea House offers “Royal Healthy Dishes,” made with the finest ingredients such as croaker, abalone, and beef.Its signature dinner course “Korea House Jeongsik (Dinner)” includes 11 Korean dishes from appetizers to main courses to desserts. Appetizers feature braised butterbur with seafood, deep-fried eggplant with soy sauce, stuffed summer squash with shrimp and lotus roots, and noodles in cold bean soup. The main dishes consist of cold sliced abalone with spicy sauce, steamed stuffed bamboo shoots, grilled croaker, royal hot pot, and grilled braised beef, complemented by a set of chicken soup with ginseng.Aside from the fine dining menu, Korea House also prepares “Kohojae”, a dessert set, which comprises a variety of traditional Korean deserts and tea. Kohojae has sold out early every season since its launch in 2020. It is appealing to the younger generation and women seeking a tranquil tea experience in a hanok setting. Some visitors even come dressed in Korean traditional clothing hanbok to take photos of memorable moments. Korea House will remain dedicated to promoting the excellence of Korean traditional food culture along with the royal cuisine.For reservations, search “Korea House” on CatchTable Global (www.catchtable.net), or contact by phone (+82-2-2266-9101~3) or email (khre@kh.or.kr). Follow Korea House on Instagram (@koreahouse_official) for updates.

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  • Korea Today

  2024-07-03

• Global Wellness Summit Announces 2024 Theme: “A Watershed Moment for Wellness”

  The agenda for November’s conference in Scotland will have a double vision: broadly exploring how the wellness industry is at a pivotal moment for growth and disruption, while also taking a deep dive into the topic of water, from the explosion of interest in a new breed of bathing, sauna, hot springs, cold immersion, and wild swimming experiences to the water-hungry wellness and spa industries waking up to their role in creating a sustainable “blue economy” The Global Wellness Summit (GWS), the foremost gathering of international leaders in the multitrillion-dollar global wellness economy, today announced the theme for its 2024 conference being held in St. Andrews, Scotland from November 4-7: “A Watershed Moment for Wellness.” The agenda, at the macro level, will explore how the wellness industry is at a watershed moment for growth and evolution, gathering global experts to analyze the newest directions within each sector– whether fitness, mental wellness, wellness tourism, healthy food and weight loss, wellness real estate, well-tech, beauty, wellness policy, and more. A Dive into the ‘H2O Experience Economy’: The agenda will also specifically explore the surge in water-wellness experiences, a welcome democratic trend in an age of ever-wealthier wellness. If “sanus per aqua” (or “health by water,” the Latin acronym for “spa”) is the most ancient of wellness approaches, experts will discuss the powerful renaissance in water-based therapies underway, and how emerging hydrothermal approaches and technologies could revolutionize wellness in the future. The agenda will tackle many topics where water and wellness intersect, from the global surge in new urban bathhouses, sauna centers, and vast water-wellness parks that are becoming the new social “hotspots” to the wave of new and restored hot springs destinations (from reimagined Japanese onsens to an investment rush in hot springs development in the US). Climate Change, the Water Crisis, and the Wellness Industry: Climate change is severely threatening the world’s most precious resource, water. The wellness and spa industries are voracious consumers of water, while wellness tourism often creates other negative environmental impacts that threaten marine/water ecosystems and can hurt local coastal communities. The agenda will bring sustainability experts together to show how the industry needs to change, from boosting the wellness industry’s role in the “blue economy” (the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth and preserving endangered ocean ecosystems) to embracing the ethics of water (how clean water is a basic human right, now denied to 2.2 billion people) to adopting new technologies and practices that could transform the industry’s water use efficiency. The Perfect Location: Europe/the UK is the ancient birthplace of water-wellness and spa, and the ideal place to explore the theme. Scotland’s water is famed worldwide (crucial for some of its biggest exports, like scotch and whisky) and it’s one of the world’s most water-rich countries. It has more than 30,000 lochs, 10,000 miles of coastline, and enough rivers and streams to circle the Earth three times. In 2024, 98% of Scotland’s bathing waters will again meet or exceed the country’s strict environmental standards. Host Sponsor, Kohler–Water Experience Innovator & Sustainability Activist: The 2024 host sponsor is Kohler Co., which for 150 years has been a storied brand in design and innovative water features/experiences. With the Summit being held at one of their seven global properties, the iconic Old Course Hotel with a reimagined Kohler Waters Spa, delegates will literally be immersed in the theme. The company is also a renowned leader in sustainability and protecting the world’s water resources and is working hard toward net zero environmental impact by 2035. “There is powerful synergy between this year’s Summit theme on how water intersects with wellness and Kohler Co.’s mission, which not only includes pioneering water design, features and experiences for wellbeing but also working hard to fight climate change and protect the world’s water resources,” said Nina Kohler, strategy and design leader for the Hospitality Group at the Kohler Co. A Watershed Industry Moment, for Growth, for Disruption: The wider agenda will explore the historic momentum for the industry. Global Wellness Institute researchers find that the wellness economy was worth $5.6 trillion in 2022 and forecast that it will rise to $8.5 trillion by 2027. They will unveil a complete update of the Global Wellness Economy Monitor in Scotland, with new data and insights on each wellness sector. “This is a watershed moment for wellness. In our 2024 trends report, we note that we’ve seen more industry disruptions in the last year than in the last decade–whether the rapid rise of medical-wellness and longevity concepts or Big Pharma rewriting weight loss,” said Susie Ellis, GWS chair and CEO. “With fast-shifting consumer demands, fast-evolving technology, demographic shifts (including a profoundly aging population), accelerating climate change and demands that businesses take environmental action, this year’s agenda will investigate how our industry will continue to see further radical transformation.”

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  • Global News

  2024-06-05

• 2024 Korea Health & Wellness Festival to Start

  If your busy life has you feeling tired and in need of a break, then look no further than the upcoming Korea Health & Wellness Festival! Hosted by the Korea Tourism Organization, the festival has connections with the Korea Beauty Festival, taking play throughout the month of June in major areas of Seoul. A total of 112 medical facilities are participating in the Health & Wellness Festival, offering both traditional Korean treatments as well as cutting-edge medical techniques for a complete introduction to K-wellness culture. Visitors to the festival, taking place at Seoul’s Gwanghwamun Plaza, can experience medical tourism, wellness, and K-culture at once through the many programs, including a special performance stage, and various themed zones such as the Health Zone, Wellness Zone, K-Wave Zone, K-Beauty Zone, and K-Gourmet Zone. Depending on one’s interest, head to the appropriate booth to get a skin & health consultation, find methods to reduce stress, learn how to do make-up just like hallyu celebrities, or taste yummy Korean foods. VISIKOREA & haebom, a K-beauty experience platform, have teamed up for a joint promotional booth. VISITKOREA members can participate in an exclusive event and enjoy fun beauty experiences such as taking a mini personal color test. The month of June also celebrates the Wellness Tourism Experience Week, a discount campaign offering up to 35,000 won in discounts for admission or accommodations according to the theme of each week. The theme and events change each week, so be sure to check the details below. ● 2024 Korea Health & Wellness Festival - Period: May 31 – June 2, 2024 - Venue: Gwanghwamun Plaza - Websites: Official page, Instagram (Check program details and advanced registration for stage events) ● Wellness Tourism Experience Week Discount Event - Weekly themes: Beauty & Spa Week (June 1-7), Slow Trekking Week (June 8-14), Healing Yoga Week (June 15-21), Wellness Lifestyle Week (June 22-30) - Website: Details to be added to Yeogi Eottae on June 1, 10:00

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  • Korea Today

  2024-05-27

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• [Feature]Mandara Spa at Atlantis Paradise Island: A Wellness Oasis in the Tropics

  Mandara Spa Entrance [Wellness Today International Editor Bill Healey] A visit to the Mandara Spa at the Atlantis Paradise Island in the Bahamas is a relaxing escape from the many activities available at this spectacular island resort. I was fortunate to have spent four days and three nights onsite as a guest of the Atlantis Resort. Having taken twelve hours to travel from Las Vegas to Nassau (airport transfers and flight changes), I was pleased to be scheduled for a Coconut Poultice Massage at their award winning Mandara Spa on my first morning onsite. The treatment is described as a treatment that “strengthens and heals the body. This traditional therapy combines stretching, long strokes as well as palm and thumb pressure techniques.” Having started my resort visit after a lengthy journey, it became my “jet lag” treatment, improving blood flow and easing the stresses of travel. The therapist’s touch allowed the pains of travel and the concerns of daily life to be easily swept-away. Considered a Balinese treatment, I was particularly curious to give it a try as I’ve experienced numerous Balinese treatments during my 15 years living in Bali. Needless to say, the treatment at The Atlantis exceeded all expectations. The serenity of the Mandara Spa as well as the professionalism of the therapist provided the welcoming calm that one would expect in a luxury resort spa. Further information on the Mandara Spa at The Atlantis can be found at: - Mandara Spa website: https://www.mandaraspa.com/our-spas/atlantis-paradise-island/ - Atlantis Bahamas website: https://www.atlantisbahamas.com/things-to-do/spa Note that the Mandara Spa will be undergoing a significant renovation and rebranding. At the moment of writing this review, no date has been set for the opening of the renovated Spa, but it is expected in the early part of 2025. Stay tuned here for more information. MANDARA SPA FOR THAT PAMPERED TOUCH Award-winning Mandara Spa at Atlantis brings together ancient Balinese healing touches, traditional European therapies, and natural elements indigenous to The Bahamas while charting a path to the -New World. Come bask in our sanctuary of warm and cold plunge pools, steam and sauna rooms or rejuvenating facials as you create timeless Mandara moments. What's more, couples can enjoy a special spa suite, while the women's area includes a relaxing aromatherapy room. Elevate your stay with an incredible island spa experience. Retail Lounge Host with Bush Tea Facial Treatment Hot Stone Body Treatment Salt Treatment

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  • Feature

  2024-09-04

• Busan, Korea’s Most Beloved Nighttime Tourist City: Reborn as ‘A Starry Night in Busan’, a Global City That’s More Fun at Night

  Yongdusan Park and Busan tower (Photo: Busan Metropolitan City Government) Busan, Korea’s most beloved city for night tourism, is a traveler’s paradise. Enjoy the stunning views of this world-class port city, state-of-the-art drone shows, nighttime boat cruises across the sea, bustling food markets full of local flavor, and Korea’s largest fish market. A Starry Night in BusanBusan, Korea’s No. 1 transshipment hub and port city, launched the “Starry Night in Busan (SNB)” night tourism brand in 2022, aiming to transform night tourism from scenic views to an array of fun and engaging experiences and programs for people of all ages. The annual “SNB Night Festa” offers non-stop entertainment throughout Busan, ensuring the city stays lively from dusk till dawn.Yongdusan Park: A Hotspot for Pragmatic Travelers Seeking to Experience Authentic BusanYongdusan Park, located in Busan’s historic city center, is a symbol of Korea‘s modern history. Once a bustling post-war hub, the area is now dubbed “foodie heaven” by travelers, thanks to the nearby Jagalchi Market, Korea’s largest fish market. The area also features Gukje Market and Nampo-dong Shopping Street, popular for bargain shopping and appetizing street food.Nicknamed “Korea‘s Khaosan Road,” Yongdusan Park offers the most authentic “Busan-esque” vibe, with budget accommodations, mouthwatering local food, and plenty of entertainment. Once commonly known as a “senior’s playground,” the park has been revitalized and has evolved into a trendy destination popular with Gen Z. As the main venue for the SNB Night Festa, Yongdusan Park will host various events from July through October this year, including a Night Pop-up Store and flea market featuring popular Korean characters and mascots, a Candlelight Concert with classical music, the Yongdusan Night Festival, and a night walk involving a quiz and treasure hunt.Suyeong River & Centum City: The Pinnacle of Futuristic and Modern, Busan's Landmark for Romance and Luxury Experience-SeekersLocated in eastern Busan, the Suyeong River—where the sea and river meet—and Centum City (Haeundae) areas offer a blend of sea, river, and modern cityscapes, making them the most futuristic and luxurious night spots in Busan. Home to Haeundae Beach, which ranked third in TripAdvisor’s 2024 Traveler’s Choice Awards for “Best Beach in Asia”, this area boasts unforgettable scenic views, marine sports, luxury hotels, and the world's largest department store, as certified by Guinness World Records. The SNB River Dinner Cruise provides a romantic evening with live music, showcasing sights like Gwangan Bridge and the Haeundae district.Dadaepo Seaside Park & Hwamyeong Eco Park: Hidden Gems That Are Busan Locals’ Best-Kept SecretsTravelers looking for a memorable experience should explore Dadaepo Seaside Park and Hwamyeong Eco Park, two local favorite spots for breathtaking sunset views. Hwamyeong Eco Park is filled with enchanting lotus flowers, and visitors can enjoy the SNB Night Market, which promises an evening full of authentic Busan culinary flavor with hands-on activities like making your own “Jeon” (a traditional Korean dish similar to a pancake, made with an assortment of vegetables and flour) paired with traditional Busan liquor.Busan, a city like no other, stands out with its unique identity and individuals who capture its vibrant personality. It boasts an international airport, an international cruise terminal, and a high-speed railway (the KTX) that connects Seoul and Busan in just two hours, along with two bus terminals for intercity and express travel anywhere in the country.For more information, please visit the official website Visit Busan and Instagram @starry_night_busan.en 2024 Night Pop-up Store in Yongdusan Park (Photo: Busan Tourism Organization) River Dinner Cruise (Photo: Busan Tourism Organization)

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  • Korea Today

  2024-09-03

• Chill in Style: Neulsi Can Cooler Sets a New Trend in Beverage Cooling

  On August 23, 2024, Nature & Farm announced the release of its innovative cooling solution, the ‘Neulsi Can Cooler’. This product is designed to effectively keep canned beer and soft drinks cool, which has garnered significant attention from consumers. The Neulsi Can Cooler utilizes a special refrigerant, allowing beverages to stay refreshingly cold for 2-3 hours, ensuring that consumers enjoy every last drop chilled. Produced entirely in Korea, the Neulsi Can Cooler has been officially KS certified after passing a test confirming the absence of harmful substances conducted by the KOTITI Testing & Research Institute, thus enhancing its safety. Living up to its slogan, “Always Cool,” this product offers a convenient solution to keep beverages cool anytime, anywhere. The process is simple: just freeze it for 3-4 hours, take it out, and place a can of beer, soju, or another beverage inside. This makes it easy to use at home, parties, or even outdoors. The Neulsi Can Cooler is gaining popularity among consumers due to its ease of use and excellent performance. It is available in five color options and features an LED base, allowing for various atmospheres to be created. In restaurants, it can keep drinks cool for extended periods, enhancing customer satisfaction and boosting sales. A representative from Neulsi mentioned that this product can be customized with logos or slogans, making it highly versatile for merchandise or marketing purposes. The Neulsi Can Cooler is designed with an eco-friendly approach, boasting high cooling efficiency without requiring electricity, making it an ideal product for modern lifestyles. Consumer feedback has been positive, with one user saying, “It’s incredibly convenient to keep my beer cool outdoors,” and another noting, “It kept my drink cold until the very last drop.” The Neulsi Can Cooler is currently available on major online shopping platforms, with a limited-time launch discount event in progress. It is expected to become a must-have item for summer, perfectly tailored to the lifestyle of modern consumers. Nature & Farm, the company behind the Neulsi Can Cooler, was established in 2013 as an online distribution specialist and is now expanding into the global market, starting with Japan.

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  • 리빙

  2024-08-23

• Korea House, Unique Venue of BTS Billboard Magazine Covers, Now Offers K-Royal Cuisine to Global Palates

  Korea House, run by the Korea Heritage Agency under its Chairman Choi Young-chang, presents new summer season menu. Located in Jung-gu, Seoul, Korea House originally served as a venue for receiving VIP guests and heads of state to introduce traditional Korean life to domestic and foreign dignitaries. It is radiating serene “Korean beauty” in central Seoul since 1981.As a traditional cultural complex, Korea House offers Korean traditional cuisine (Korean fine dining and traditional refreshments), hosts weddings, and presents Korean traditional art performances, all contributing to its growing popularity. Known for a filming location for a BTS magazine cover, it has become one of the most favored spots for K-dramas and attracted foreign tourists eager to experience authentic Korean culture.Its Korean fine dining presents innovative dishes using seasonal ingredients inspired by court cuisine. Under the guidance of a culinary advisor Cho Hee-sook, renowned as the godmother of Korean food and Asia’s Best Female Chef Award winner in 2020 with Kim Do-seop, certified trainee of national intangible cultural heritage ‘royal cuisine’ and head of the Korean Food Research Team at the Korea Heritage Agency, Korea House is committed to preserving and promoting Korean culinary traditions.This summer, Korea House offers “Royal Healthy Dishes,” made with the finest ingredients such as croaker, abalone, and beef.Its signature dinner course “Korea House Jeongsik (Dinner)” includes 11 Korean dishes from appetizers to main courses to desserts. Appetizers feature braised butterbur with seafood, deep-fried eggplant with soy sauce, stuffed summer squash with shrimp and lotus roots, and noodles in cold bean soup. The main dishes consist of cold sliced abalone with spicy sauce, steamed stuffed bamboo shoots, grilled croaker, royal hot pot, and grilled braised beef, complemented by a set of chicken soup with ginseng.Aside from the fine dining menu, Korea House also prepares “Kohojae”, a dessert set, which comprises a variety of traditional Korean deserts and tea. Kohojae has sold out early every season since its launch in 2020. It is appealing to the younger generation and women seeking a tranquil tea experience in a hanok setting. Some visitors even come dressed in Korean traditional clothing hanbok to take photos of memorable moments. Korea House will remain dedicated to promoting the excellence of Korean traditional food culture along with the royal cuisine.For reservations, search “Korea House” on CatchTable Global (www.catchtable.net), or contact by phone (+82-2-2266-9101~3) or email (khre@kh.or.kr). Follow Korea House on Instagram (@koreahouse_official) for updates.

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  • Korea Today

  2024-07-03

• Global Wellness Summit Announces 2024 Theme: “A Watershed Moment for Wellness”

  The agenda for November’s conference in Scotland will have a double vision: broadly exploring how the wellness industry is at a pivotal moment for growth and disruption, while also taking a deep dive into the topic of water, from the explosion of interest in a new breed of bathing, sauna, hot springs, cold immersion, and wild swimming experiences to the water-hungry wellness and spa industries waking up to their role in creating a sustainable “blue economy” The Global Wellness Summit (GWS), the foremost gathering of international leaders in the multitrillion-dollar global wellness economy, today announced the theme for its 2024 conference being held in St. Andrews, Scotland from November 4-7: “A Watershed Moment for Wellness.” The agenda, at the macro level, will explore how the wellness industry is at a watershed moment for growth and evolution, gathering global experts to analyze the newest directions within each sector– whether fitness, mental wellness, wellness tourism, healthy food and weight loss, wellness real estate, well-tech, beauty, wellness policy, and more. A Dive into the ‘H2O Experience Economy’: The agenda will also specifically explore the surge in water-wellness experiences, a welcome democratic trend in an age of ever-wealthier wellness. If “sanus per aqua” (or “health by water,” the Latin acronym for “spa”) is the most ancient of wellness approaches, experts will discuss the powerful renaissance in water-based therapies underway, and how emerging hydrothermal approaches and technologies could revolutionize wellness in the future. The agenda will tackle many topics where water and wellness intersect, from the global surge in new urban bathhouses, sauna centers, and vast water-wellness parks that are becoming the new social “hotspots” to the wave of new and restored hot springs destinations (from reimagined Japanese onsens to an investment rush in hot springs development in the US). Climate Change, the Water Crisis, and the Wellness Industry: Climate change is severely threatening the world’s most precious resource, water. The wellness and spa industries are voracious consumers of water, while wellness tourism often creates other negative environmental impacts that threaten marine/water ecosystems and can hurt local coastal communities. The agenda will bring sustainability experts together to show how the industry needs to change, from boosting the wellness industry’s role in the “blue economy” (the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth and preserving endangered ocean ecosystems) to embracing the ethics of water (how clean water is a basic human right, now denied to 2.2 billion people) to adopting new technologies and practices that could transform the industry’s water use efficiency. The Perfect Location: Europe/the UK is the ancient birthplace of water-wellness and spa, and the ideal place to explore the theme. Scotland’s water is famed worldwide (crucial for some of its biggest exports, like scotch and whisky) and it’s one of the world’s most water-rich countries. It has more than 30,000 lochs, 10,000 miles of coastline, and enough rivers and streams to circle the Earth three times. In 2024, 98% of Scotland’s bathing waters will again meet or exceed the country’s strict environmental standards. Host Sponsor, Kohler–Water Experience Innovator & Sustainability Activist: The 2024 host sponsor is Kohler Co., which for 150 years has been a storied brand in design and innovative water features/experiences. With the Summit being held at one of their seven global properties, the iconic Old Course Hotel with a reimagined Kohler Waters Spa, delegates will literally be immersed in the theme. The company is also a renowned leader in sustainability and protecting the world’s water resources and is working hard toward net zero environmental impact by 2035. “There is powerful synergy between this year’s Summit theme on how water intersects with wellness and Kohler Co.’s mission, which not only includes pioneering water design, features and experiences for wellbeing but also working hard to fight climate change and protect the world’s water resources,” said Nina Kohler, strategy and design leader for the Hospitality Group at the Kohler Co. A Watershed Industry Moment, for Growth, for Disruption: The wider agenda will explore the historic momentum for the industry. Global Wellness Institute researchers find that the wellness economy was worth $5.6 trillion in 2022 and forecast that it will rise to $8.5 trillion by 2027. They will unveil a complete update of the Global Wellness Economy Monitor in Scotland, with new data and insights on each wellness sector. “This is a watershed moment for wellness. In our 2024 trends report, we note that we’ve seen more industry disruptions in the last year than in the last decade–whether the rapid rise of medical-wellness and longevity concepts or Big Pharma rewriting weight loss,” said Susie Ellis, GWS chair and CEO. “With fast-shifting consumer demands, fast-evolving technology, demographic shifts (including a profoundly aging population), accelerating climate change and demands that businesses take environmental action, this year’s agenda will investigate how our industry will continue to see further radical transformation.”

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  • Global News

  2024-06-05