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Unusual Fruits To Catch Korean Consumers

Unusual Fruits To Catch Korean Consumers | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
Unusual Fruits To Catch Korean Consumers. Unusual fruits are becoming distinguished in supermarkets and fruits and vegetable stores.
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April 21, 2018 9:47 PM
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Bank of Korea forecasts S. Korea's economic growth at 3 pct in 2018 - Xinhua | English.news.cn

South Korea's central bank forecast on Thursday that the country's gross domestic product (GDP) would grow 3 percent in 2018 amid the mixed signs facing the export-driven economy.
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April 21, 2018 9:43 PM
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How VeryGoodLight's David Yi Is Simplifying The Korean Beauty Philosophy For Everyone

How VeryGoodLight's David Yi Is Simplifying The Korean Beauty Philosophy For Everyone | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
VeryGoodLight founder, David Yi, shares his insight on why K-Beauty is about more than just skincare.
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April 21, 2018 9:27 PM
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Mexico Emerges as Hot Travel Destination Among Korean Retirees - The Chosun Ilbo (English Edition): Daily News from Korea - Health/Lifestyle > Lifestyle

Mexico Emerges as Hot Travel Destination Among Korean Retirees - The Chosun Ilbo (English Edition): Daily News from Korea - Health/Lifestyle > Lifestyle | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
Mexico Emerges as Hot Travel Destination Among Korean Retirees
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April 21, 2018 8:33 PM
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[Photo] Korean tourists’ interest in Europe shows rapid increase : Arts & Entertainment : News : The Hankyoreh

[Photo] Korean tourists’ interest in Europe shows rapid increase : Arts & Entertainment : News : The Hankyoreh | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
The travel site Skyscanner released the results of a survey which gauged the preferred destinations of South Korea
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April 21, 2018 8:29 PM
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S. Koreans Overtake Chinese to Rank First Among Visitors to Japan

Japan has been a beneficiary of the strained national ties between South Korea and China over the installation of a U.S. defense missile system (THAAD), with South Korean tourists more inclined to spend their days off in the island nation rather than an unfriendly China.
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In South Korea, U.S. cars are rare, and often German or Japanese | Reuters

In South Korea, U.S. cars are rare, and often German or Japanese | Reuters | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
The United States and South Korea have agreed to revise a trade pact with a side deal to deter competitive currency devaluation by Seoul and with concessions for U.S. autos and pharmaceutical companies, Trump administration officials said on Tuesday.
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April 21, 2018 8:01 PM
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Pizza chain goes Korean - Metro News | The Star Online

Pizza chain goes Korean - Metro News | The Star Online | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
DOMINO’S Pizza has caught on the Korean fever with the introduction of their new creation, Samyeang Pizza.
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April 21, 2018 7:58 PM
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Incheon Targeted for Another Multibillion-Dollar Integrated Casino Resort

Incheon Targeted for Another Multibillion-Dollar Integrated Casino Resort | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
Incheon is quickly evolving into South Korea's version of Macau, as the Seoul neighbor now has three integrated casino resorts under development.
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February 24, 2018 10:33 PM
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South Korea's casinos are for everyone but South Koreans

South Korea's casinos are for everyone but South Koreans | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
As much as gambling is seen as problematic by the Korean government, there is a desire to build an industry around it catered to foreigners.
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February 18, 2018 1:18 AM
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The USA sees an increase in travelers from South Korea

The USA sees an increase in travelers from South Korea | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
The USA sees an increase in travelers from South Korea
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January 10, 2018 11:53 PM
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K-pop singer Eric Nam talks up Tasmania, but isn't so keen on the hard farm work

K-pop singer Eric Nam talks up Tasmania, but isn't so keen on the hard farm work | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
Tourism operators are hoping a reality show that stars K-pop singer Eric Nam will bring more South Korean tourists to the state.
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January 8, 2018 8:24 PM
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Korean outbound travelers top 24 mn in 2017, doubling inbound tourists - Pulse by Maeil Business News Korea

Korean outbound travelers top 24 mn in 2017, doubling inbound tourists - Pulse by Maeil Business News Korea | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
매일경제 영문뉴스 Pulse. 한국의 경제·산업·금융·기술 분야에 대한 심층뉴스 제공
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April 21, 2018 9:48 PM
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The ultimate guide to a high-end Korean cuisine — BEAM Travel

The ultimate guide to a high-end Korean cuisine — BEAM Travel | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
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April 21, 2018 9:44 PM
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Consumption in South Korea Plunged to a New Low Last Year

Consumption in South Korea Plunged to a New Low Last Year | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
SEOUL, April 4 (Korea Bizwire) — Private spending in South Korea fell to a record low last year amid gloomy employment prospects and …
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April 21, 2018 9:32 PM
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How Korea Became a Lifeline for Cool Young Designers Everywhere | Global Currents | BoF

How Korea Became a Lifeline for Cool Young Designers Everywhere | Global Currents | BoF | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
It was easy to get distracted by the catwalk spectacle at last month’s Seoul Fashion Week, but the city’s real stars are its retailers who keep young international designers afloat.
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April 21, 2018 9:26 PM
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Letter from Seoul: South Korea's travel braces for change as perfect storm approaches

Letter from Seoul: South Korea's travel braces for change as perfect storm approaches | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
There was a time when I
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April 21, 2018 8:30 PM
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Rising Korean tourism market more frugal than Japan market

Rising Korean tourism market more frugal than Japan market | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
Visitors from Korea are making up for a decline in Japan arrivals, but the average Korean tourist spends much less than the average Japanese tourist.
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April 21, 2018 8:27 PM
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In Seoul, Young Fashion Talent Turn A Blind Eye To Politics

In Seoul, Young Fashion Talent Turn A Blind Eye To Politics | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
It was business as usual for the fashion-forward South Koreans
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April 21, 2018 8:23 PM
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Vietnam ideal destination for Korean tourists | Travel

Vietnam ideal destination for Korean tourists | Travel | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
Vietnam is always an ideal place for Korean holiday-makers because the Southeast Asian country has impressive scenery, delicious food, friendly and hospitable people, Keum Gi Hyung, Director of the Korean Cultural Center in Vietnam said at a meeting with the National Administration of Tourism in Hanoi.
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April 21, 2018 7:59 PM
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S.Korea Feb consumer sentiment index slips to 5-month low

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February 24, 2018 10:35 PM
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Price of Louis Vuitton bags goes up again

Price of Louis Vuitton bags goes up again | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
Louis Vuitton has yet again drawn criticism from Korean consumers, as the international fashion house recently raised the price of one of its handbags, following a massive price hike last November. Critics point out the French luxury brand is cashing in on the growing demand for the product during the forthcoming “wedding season,” given that handbags are regularly given as a wedding gift here. According to industry officials, Tuesday, Louis Vuitton increased the price of the NeoNoe Monogram handbag by 10 percent - from 1.75 million won ($1,636) to 1.92 million won.
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February 24, 2018 10:33 PM
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South Korean tourists are flocking to Slovenia to live their favourite TV shows — 

South Korean tourists are flocking to Slovenia to live their favourite TV shows —  | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
TV shows Black Knight and Dear My Friends have already filmed in the country
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February 10, 2018 10:29 PM
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Luxury European brands extend reach to Korean shoppers

Luxury European brands extend reach to Korean shoppers | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
In South Korea, luxury fashion brands from countries such as Italy, France and the UK have gained popularity, particularly among consumers in their 40s and above. The traditional designs and high price tags did not do much to attract young Koreans, but that is about to change.Recently more European luxury brands have been vigorously targeting the so-called millennials -- those born between the early 1980s an
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January 8, 2018 8:42 PM
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Koreans account for 90% of ship travelers to and from Japan | Stripes Korea

Koreans account for 90% of ship travelers to and from Japan | Stripes Korea | South Korean & VietnameseTravellers | Scoop.it
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