Korea Travel Festival Day 1 Kicks Off with Culture, K-Pop, and Exclusive Deals
The Korea Travel Festival kicked off with a vibrant Day 1, drawing enthusiastic crowds eager to experience the best of Korean culture, tourism, and entertainment — all under one roof. From exclusive travel deals to immersive cultural activities, the event delivered an exciting lineup that delighted K-culture fans and travel enthusiasts alike.
Flights and Tours
Festival-goers took advantage of discounted flights and tour packages to Korea, available only at the event. As a bonus, those who booked received a special gift from the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) — a thoughtful token to kickstart their next Korean adventure.
Korea Fiesta Deals
One of the festival highlights was the Korea Fiesta Deal, where visitors who booked their Korea travel at the event received an additional bonus flight to Jeju or Busan — two of Korea’s most stunning destinations.
Visa Application Assistance
Travel planning was made even easier with the presence of KVAC, offering support for visa applications. Attendees also learned how to take advantage of the simplified visa process through eligible partner banks, streamlining the journey to Korea.
Winter Zone
Guests got a taste of Korea’s snowy magic in the Winter Zone, where they learned all about Korea’s world-class ski resorts. It was a great preview of what to expect when experiencing a Korean winter getaway.
Stamp Tour
The interactive Stamp Tour added a layer of fun and exploration. Visitors who completed the activity were rewarded with exclusive souvenirs, making the experience both engaging and memorable.
K-Beauty Zone
Fans of Korean beauty trends enjoyed free personal color analysis and hair styling sessions, while also discovering a range of top K-beauty brands. It was a glam stop that many attendees didn’t want to miss!
Hanbok Wearing
Cultural appreciation came to life through the hanbok wearing experience, where participants dressed in traditional Korean attire and took elegant photos — a moment of grace and history combined.
Life Four Cuts
Adding a fun twist, the Life Four Cuts photo booth allowed visitors to capture candid and playful memories with friends and family — Korean-style!
Experience Zone
The Experience Zone offered hands-on activities including DIY souvenir-making, portrait caricature drawing, and writing names in Hangeul, Korea’s beautiful script. It was a creative space for all ages.
Korean Musical Performance
One of the most anticipated moments of the day was the Korean musical performance featuring the cast of the Dream High Show Musical. The stage came alive as SE7EN, Kim Dongjun, Lim Sejun, Sunye, and Kim Dahyun delivered a powerful and emotionally charged performance that had the crowd fully captivated. Their appearance added a special layer of excitement and nostalgia, especially for fans of the iconic Dream High series, creating a memorable highlight that resonated with both new and longtime K-culture lovers.
K-pop Performance
The evening reached a thrilling crescendo with a live K-pop performance by Kim Myungsoo. Taking the stage with effortless charisma and refined stagecraft, Kim Myungsoo delivered an electrifying set that had fans cheering, singing along, and waving light sticks in unison.
But the magic didn’t stop there — in a special surprise moment, Myungsoo stepped off the stage and joined the crowd, taking time to interact with fans up close. From heartfelt waves to quick selfies and warm smiles, he made the experience unforgettable for many lucky attendees. And for all the INSPIRITS in the crowd, he saved the best for last — promising to return next year.
It was the perfect grand finale to Day 1 of the Korea Travel Festival, wrapping up a full day of culture, excitement, and unforgettable encounters with the spirit of Korea.
This unforgettable event was made possible by the Korea Tourism Organization, whose continued efforts to bring Korean culture closer to global audiences ensured a truly immersive and inspiring festival experience.
