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  Welcome back to KwaveDragon! If you are planning a Korea trip this spring, 2026 may be one of the best times to travel beyond Seoul on a budget. The Korean government has launched the “Traveling in Spring 2026” campaign, offering transportation discounts, accommodation vouchers, and regional travel benefits designed to encourage more trips outside the capital area. For foreign travelers, this is especially useful because many first-time visitors focus only on Seoul. But spring is one of the best seasons to explore regional Korea, and this campaign makes that decision much easier and more affordable. If you want cherry blossoms, traditional streets, local festivals, and fewer crowds than Seoul, this is a very smart time to plan. According to Korea.net, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism announced the “Traveling in Spring 2026” campaign running from April through May. The program includes transportation discounts, accommodation savings, and local travel support across the ...

  Welcome back to KwaveDragon! If you want to experience a side of Seoul that feels deeply traditional, colorful, and unforgettable, the Lotus Lantern Festival is one of the best events to add to your 2026 Korea trip. Known in Korea as Yeon Deung Hoe, this historic lantern festival takes place in the Jongno area of Seoul and brings together Buddhist culture, spring night scenery, and one of the most meaningful public festivals in the country. According to the official VISITKOREA listing, Yeon Deung Hoe 2026 will take place from May 16 to May 17 in the Jongno area of Seoul. The festival began about 1,200 years ago during the Silla dynasty and is introduced as a traditional festival registered as an Intangible Cultural Heritage and a UNESCO-recognized heritage tradition. That long history is one reason the event feels different from an ordinary seasonal festival. It is not only beautiful, but culturally important.  Source Why This Festival Is Special Many visitors come to Seoul ...