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Hotel reviews

Good-value hotel is in the heart of Gangnam Style-land

With South Korea’s increasingly dynamic capital now challenging Tokyo as a must-visit North Asian city, this hotel offers a wholly agreeable stay.

  • by Anthony Dennis
Vancouver.

Beyond Singapore and Dubai: The hottest new stopover destinations

Fiji, Ho Chi Minh and even Colombo in Sri Lanka are some of the more exotic hotspots to break up your long-haul journey.

  • by Sheriden Rhodes
Seoul has a frenetic pace.

Seoul, South Korea, travel guide and things to do: Nine highlights

Food, K-Pop and a glimpse into the city's past are among the highlights of this frenetic city.

  • by Anthony Dennis
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Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea travel guide and things to do: Highlights of a cultural powerhouse city

A stroll through freezing Seoul streets throw light on the nation that gave the world the Oscar-winning Parasite, the terrifying Squid Game, too cute K-Pop and Gangnam Style.

  • by Anthony Dennis
Qantas has returned to Seoul.

Airline review: Qantas, Airbus A330-300 business class, Sydney to Seoul

It's a treat to finally make it back in the happening South Korean capital thanks in no small measure to the de facto national carrier.

  • by Anthony Dennis
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Suwon was founded as Korea's first planned city in the 18th century, and its crowning glory is Hwaseong Fortress, now a World Heritage site.

Suwon, South Korea: Impressive fortress is like a mini Great Wall

Suwon is only an hour's train ride from ultra-modern Seoul, but is a delightful journey back in time to one of Asia's most impressive fortresses.

  • by Brian Johnston
Dongdaemun Design Plaza - a Zaha Hadid-designed curving building of gleaming metal, lights up at night.

Seoul, South Korea travel guide: Underrated city could be the next big thing for Australian travellers

Australians have flocked to Japan in huge numbers in recent years, but its attractive neighbour has been overlooked.

  • by Craig Platt
There are no lie-flat seats in Jetstar's business class.

Airline review: Jetstar Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner business class, Gold Coast to Seoul

Jetstar may be a budget airline, but their business class manages to deliver food and service on par with more expensive carriers.

  • by Craig Platt
Koreans take gaming seriously, with fans dressing up for the major contests.

Seoul, South Korea's virtual reality attractions: Where technology rules

Seoul is the centre of the universe for devotees of VR and other high tech entertainment.

  • by Jamie Lafferty