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Korean tourists arrested in Ho Chi Minh City drug raids

Korean tourists arrested in Ho Chi Minh City drug raids

Ho Chi Minh City police have arrested foreign nationals, including South Koreans, in a drug investigation that uncovered large quantities of illegal substances and led to the discovery of an international fugitive.
Asia's leading beach destination welcomes 4.7 million tourists in 11 months

Asia's leading beach destination welcomes 4.7 million tourists in 11 months

Da Nang cyclo drivers learn Korean to serve city's largest tourism market

Da Nang cyclo drivers learn Korean to serve city's largest tourism market

Why South Korean tourists are shunning Southeast Asia

Why South Korean tourists are shunning Southeast Asia

South Korean travelers are canceling trips to Southeast Asia amid safety concerns, following reports of job scams and abductions in Cambodia.
November 22, 2025 | 04:00 am PT
Are scams, other threats scaring away tourists from Cambodia?

Are scams, other threats scaring away tourists from Cambodia?

Cambodia's reputation has taken a beating in the eyes of South Koreans amid growing concerns over online scams and the disappearance of hundreds of citizens who entered that country.
October 14, 2025 | 08:08 pm PT
World's 'most favorite country' is South Korean tourists' top choice for Chuseok holiday

World's 'most favorite country' is South Korean tourists' top choice for Chuseok holiday

Japan, voted "world's most favorite destination" last year by Condé Nast Traveler readers, was the most popular overseas travel destination for South Koreans during this year's Mid-Autumn holiday, known as Chuseok, according to travel platforms.
October 7, 2025 | 04:09 pm PT
South Korean tourists criticized for putting feet on table at Da Nang International Airport

South Korean tourists criticized for putting feet on table at Da Nang International Airport

A group of South Korean tourists drew online criticism after photos showed them resting their feet on a table and seats in a public lounge at Vietnam's Da Nang International Airport.
September 19, 2025 | 08:52 pm PT
Travel firms play down South Korean tourists' assault of locals at Hanoi photo booth

Travel firms play down South Korean tourists' assault of locals at Hanoi photo booth

South Koreans, the second largest group of inbound visitors, are generally friendly and law-abiding though sometimes perceived as hot-tempered, according to travel industry insiders.
July 26, 2025 | 11:00 pm PT
South Korean woman fired after allegedly assaulting Vietnamese women in Hanoi

South Korean woman fired after allegedly assaulting Vietnamese women in Hanoi

A South Korean company has issued a public apology and dismissed an employee who assaulted two Vietnamese women at a photobooth in Hanoi.
July 16, 2025 | 11:11 pm PT
South Korean tourists spark criticism for erupting Pattaya restaurant brawl

South Korean tourists spark criticism for erupting Pattaya restaurant brawl

A group of South Korean tourists sparked outrage after engaging in a violent brawl at a restaurant in central Pattaya, damaging property and causing panic among other patrons.
July 16, 2025 | 09:28 pm PT
Netizens outraged after South Korean tourists allegedly assault Vietnamese women in Hanoi

Netizens outraged after South Korean tourists allegedly assault Vietnamese women in Hanoi

Many South Korean netizens have expressed outrage and shame after their compatriots verbally abused and assaulted Vietnamese women at a self-photo booth in Hanoi, calling the incident a "national disgrace."
July 16, 2025 | 07:11 pm PT
Which Southeast Asian country receives highest number of South Korean tourists in Q1?

Which Southeast Asian country receives highest number of South Korean tourists in Q1?

Vietnam led Southeast Asia in attracting South Korean tourists in the first quarter of this year with 1.3 million arrivals, driven by high levels of safety and relaxed visa policies.
June 13, 2025 | 10:00 pm PT
Asia's leading beach destination pledges to ensure safety for Korean tourists amid recent scandals

Asia's leading beach destination pledges to ensure safety for Korean tourists amid recent scandals

The Philippines' Department of Tourism on Monday pledged to strengthen safety measures for South Korean tourists following a string of violent incidents.
June 4, 2025 | 04:57 pm PT
Asia's leading beach destination sees decline in April foreign arrivals amid safety concerns

Asia's leading beach destination sees decline in April foreign arrivals amid safety concerns

The Philippines recorded 450,493 foreign arrivals in April, a 2% decline compared to the same month last year, largely driven by a significant decrease in South Korean tourists due to safety concerns.
May 12, 2025 | 09:00 pm PT
South Korean tourists claim improper compensation after Vietnam jeep accident

South Korean tourists claim improper compensation after Vietnam jeep accident

A group of South Korean tourists has lodged a complaint with authorities in Ninh Thuan Province, alleging that a tour operator failed to provide proper compensation following a jeep accident at local sand dunes.
March 15, 2025 | 06:59 pm PT
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