Agoda spotlights four destinations for ‘Family Month’ adventures in Korea

With the family month of May just around the corner, digital travel platform Agoda shares a handpicked selection of domestic destinations that offer memorable getaways for Korean families. These destinations promise interactive historical exploration for kids, tranquil retreats for parents, exciting experiences for a coming-of-age trip, and romantic getaways for married couples.

Family Month kicks off with Children’s Day on May 5th followed by Parents’ Day (May 8), Coming-of-Age Day (May 20) and Married Couple’s Day (May 21). Agoda highlights  four destinations that provide great opportunities to celebrate and enjoy domestic bliss.

Children’s Day blast to the past – Gongju, South Chungcheong Province 

Gongju is home to many Baekjae period sites including temples and museums for the curious young explorer looking to peek at the past. Strolling through the tranquil Gongju Hanok Village or visiting UNESCO World Heritage acclaimed sites, including Magoksa Temple and the Gongju Tomb of King Mureyong, provides a valuable glimpse into the rich architectural heritage and ambiance of a bygone era. The Seokjang-ri Museum also offers a captivating narrative of Korea’s prehistoric times. Engage with tradition at the annual Gongju Seokjangri Paleolithic Festival, taking place this year between 3-6 May at the museum; it’s not only a spectacle of the grand Stone Age dance but also presents an array of educational activities designed for children to experience and craft elements of Stone Age existence.

Gift a wellness getaway for Parents’ Day – Wando, South Jeolla Province

Wando, with its serene wellness escapes, stands out as an ideal retreat for a good rest on hyodo yeohaeng (a trip gifted to parents to ). Here, the Wando Ocean Cure Centre leverages the island’s natural resources like sea water, mud, and seaweed, to offer relaxing remedies and therapies that will rejuvenate body and mind. A stroll through the Yaksan Coastal Healing Forest offers an opportunity to take in crisp fresh air and fully recharge. Culinary delights await too, as Wando’s fresh seafood, including local specialties like abalone and seasonal fish, promises a feast that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.

First toast of traditional wine on Coming-of-Age Day – Pocheon, Gyeonggi Province

Pocheon’s Sansawon, Korea’s first ever liquor museum established in 1996, is a gateway to understanding traditional Korean liquor. It is an educational haven for new adults to responsibly explore the heritage of native brews, offering tastings of signature raw rice wine and hands-on experiences in crafting wines from fruit and seasonal varieties. Beyond the museum, Pocheon also offers great glamping spots set against picture-perfect backdrops such as of the Myeongseongsan mountain, Cheonggye Lake or Sangjeonghosu Lake, reimagining adult camping in a grand setting.

Rekindle endless love on Married Couple’s Day – Changwon, South Gyeongsang Province

Changwon, as the birthplace of Married Couple’s Day, offers couples a myriad of experiences to remind them of their love. as it is believed that eternal love is fulfilled when couples hold hands while crossing the bridge, or if a lock is attached to the heart-shaped structure on the walkway there. Brave the bridge together and enjoy the thrilling ocean view through the bridge’s tempered glass floor, 13.5m above sea level. Dogye Couple’s Market, named after Married Couple’s Day, offers local delights including rice cakes, jokbal and chapssal sundae. For romantic walks, visit Jukdong Village’s MetaSequoia Road and the Changwon Arboretum, serene settings for intimate conversations.

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