Tourism is the act of travel for the purpose of recreation and business, and the provision of services for this act. Tourists are people who are "travelling to and staying in places outside their usual environment for not more than one consecutive year for leisure, business and other purposes not related to the exercise of an activity remunerated from within the place visited" (official UNWTO definition). The distance between these two places is of no significance.
A more comprehensive definition would be that tourism is a service industry, comprising a number of tangible and intangible components. The tangible elements include transport systems — air, rail, road, water and now, space; hospitality services — accommodation, foods and beverages, tours, souvenirs; and related services such as banking, insurance and safety and security. The intangible elements include: rest and relaxation, culture, escape, adventure, new and different experiences.
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Korea National Tourism Organization (KNTO) - Official government site promoting Korean tourism, with sections on sightseeing, food, culture, and festivals.
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Everland - Theme park in Yongin, Gyeonggi. With park map, hours, directions, and accommodations information.
Freelangs - Information about Buddhist meditation zen center, travel sites, events, shopping, accommodations, homestay, and tour guides.
Korea Association of Travel Agents (KATA) - Organization to promote tourism in Korea and improve service to quality to travellers in Korea. Includes links to regional governments and tourist complaint forms.
Korea.com - A Seoul based travel agent with regional information, tour guides, news, and links.
Korean Folk Village - Traditional Korean village exhibiting cultural and historic artifacts and buildings, including a marketplace.
Life in Korea: Travel Guide - Guide to Korean tourism and information on sprecific regional attractions.
Meta Description: [ This section contains tour and travel-related information in Korea, including recommended destinations, lodging, and transportation availability. ]
Lonely Planet World Guide - South Korea - Travel book's online guide to Korean tourism, costs, attractions, history, culture, and environment.
Root Travel, Ltd. - Travel agency offering various tour packages and courses around the peninsula.
Meta Description: [ travel agent in South Korea. Booking hotel, tours, air tickets and packages. ]
Xpertour.com - Arranges Korea tours, hotel stays, business trips, and visa information.
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