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The Star
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Best of South Korea at PJ mall
The event highlighting South Korea in Petaling Jaya includes the sampling of authentic Korean flavours. Experience the beauty of South Korea and gain insight into the country's many regions at a mall in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, this weekend. Organised by Korea Tourism Organization (KTO), 'Feel Korea in a Heartbeat' at 1 Utama Shopping Centre brings together the best of travel, food, culture, beauty and entertainment. 'It's a celebration of the diversity and depth of Korean culture. 'Through this event, we aim to bring Korea closer to the hearts of Malaysians and inspire their next journey to our beautiful country,' said KTO Malaysia office managing director Moon Sangho. Visitors can plan their trip and get information on lesser known areas at the event's travel zone and take a closer look at hanbok traditional clothing. While there, get up to speed on K-beauty trends through product demonstrations and expert advice, or immerse yourself in Korean flavours with food samplings at the K-Food Zone. There will also be special performances including by The Painters and 1MILLION crew from the Street Woman Fighter dance franchise, and a K-Pop dance competition.
Barnama
a day ago
- Business
- Barnama
'Feel Korea In A Heartbeat' Showcases the Best of Korean Tourism, Trends
KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 (Bernama) -- The Korea Tourism Organisation (KTO) is organising a four-day 'Feel Korea in a Heartbeat' festival, showcasing South Korea as a travel destination and highlighting its rich and diverse culture to the Malaysian public. Happening now until June 15 at the LG Oval Concourse, One Utama Shopping Centre, visitors can explore and experience for themselves the best of South Korea's travel, food, culture, beauty and entertainment, all in one venue. Speaking at the launch on Thursday, KTO Malaysia's managing director Moon Sangho said he hoped the event will bring Korea closer to the hearts of Malaysians and inspire their next journey to Korea. bootstrap slideshow 'Whether you're planning your first trip to Korea or a repeat traveller eager to explore new regions, this event promises exciting experiences, exclusive insights and the best travel deals to Korea,' he said. South Korean Minister and Consul General in Malaysia, Lee Han Il in his speech, meanwhile said that with South Korea's new government inaugurated this June, bilateral relations were entering a new chapter with renewed emphasis on cultural and tourism links. 'Tourism is the most powerful means of connecting people and expanding mutual respect and understanding," he said. A bilateral tourism cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in January has already led to several measures, including the use of QR payments via Touch 'n Go and BC Card, as well as options for advance airport express ticket purchases, Lee noteed adding visitor arrivals between both countries reached 770,000 last year, and are expected to return to the pre-COVID level of 1.08 million. Highlights of the event include K-Travel Zone where visitors can explore exclusive travel deals, discover lesser-known Korean destinations beyond Busan, Jeju, and Gangwon, and get insights from top travel agencies and regional tourism partners. They can indulge and learn more about Korean beauty products at the K-Beauty Showcase or savour a variety of flavourful Korean food at the K-Food Zone.
The Star
3 days ago
- The Star
Step into the heartbeat of Korea at 1 Utama
KUALA LUMPUR: The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) welcomes Malaysians to experience the rhythm of Korea at Feel Korea in a Heartbeat, taking place from tomorrow to June 15 at LG Oval Concourse, 1 Utama Shopping Centre. Taking place daily from 10am to 10pm (extended until 10.30pm on Friday and Saturday), the four-day event will bring together the best of travel, food, culture, beauty and entertainment in one venue and one event. 'We are proud to present Feel Korea in a Heartbeat, a celebration of the diversity and depth of Korean culture. 'Through this event, we aim to bring Korea closer to the hearts of Malaysians and inspire their next journey to our beautiful country, Korea,' said Korea Tourism Organization Malaysia Office managing director Moon Sangho. Whether you're planning your first trip to Korea or a repeat traveller eager to explore new regions, this event promises exciting experiences, exclusive insights and the best travel deals to Korea. Event highlights K-Travel Zone Visitors can explore exclusive travel promotions and plan their next Korea adventure with leading travel agencies and airlines. Special sessions with Korean travel experts will offer insights into lesser-known destinations beyond Busan, Jeju and Gangwon. Attendees will also have the opportunity to explore travel information booths, offering insights from participating regional tourism organisations and partners. Gift redemptions Visitors who purchase Korea travel packages or airline tickets to Korea during the event can redeem exclusive gifts, with additional rewards available for on-site purchases. K-Beauty showcase Stay updated with the latest K-beauty trends through product demonstrations and expert advice from StyleKorean Malaysia, Pixx Malaysia and Kotra. Attendees can learn about skincare routines and try out popular products from Korea's renowned beauty brands. K-Food Discover authentic Korean flavors with food sampling by CU Malaysia, KyoChon Malaysia and Halal Hanwoo. From popular street snacks to premium ingredients, the K-Food zone offers something for every palate. Cultural activities Immerse yourself in hands-on cultural activities such as hanbok experience, Korean calligraphy, personal color analysis, top loader decoration and a Mini Busan DIY Workshop. K-Pop dance competition Catch the excitement of the K-Pop dance competition happening tomorrow and June 15. Participants will compete for cash prizes and a chance to audition with a top K-pop entertainment agency in Korea, exclusively arranged by 1 Utama. Special K-performances Enjoy special performances by Korea's top talents, including The Painters, the dynamic 1MILLION crew from Street Woman Fighter (SWF) and traditional-meets-modern fusion artist Ksycalli Calligraphy. For more information and updates, visit its website at
