Join us for our first ever K-Tourism Talk Show, where actual Korea travelers will share their favorite memories, tips, and suggestions to help inspire and plan your next visit! Discovering exciting destinations and experiences is the first step on a new travel journey—guest presenters at this event will also explain what worked for them, practical advice on getting around and living in Korea, and other tips to make your next trip an unforgettable success.

Through their own travel pictures and videos, guest presenters will share their recent experiences travelling all across Korea, including K-Pop concerts and fan destinations, K-Drama group tours, unique food experiences, family trips, historical sites, having fun while studying abroad, and more—all while making lifelong friends along the way. Join the discussion to get even more valuable insights, pick up free Korea travel guides, or listen in to discover a new bucket-list destination. Either way, prepare to open a window on travel to Korea like never before!

This first of two K-Tourism Talk Show events will take place in April (live in-person only), with the second event in May featuring new speakers and experiences. Light reception after the program. RSVP to attend!

K-Tourism Talk Show 

April 23, 6:30 PM (Season 1, Episode 1): RSVP below!

May 28, 6:30 PM (Season 1, Episode 2): Details & RSVP to be announced. 

Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C.

RSVP FOR THIS EVENT! (APRIL 23)

About the Guest Presenters & Topics

Emma studied abroad in Korea for four months in 2024, and in her words, “did a lot of exploring, both in Seoul and beyond.” Spending time with local friends over a longer period of time gave her insight into the joys of daily life in Korea, including singing in noraebang (singing rooms), enjoying fried chicken by the Han River, experiencing a temple stay, and “so, so, so many cafes!” 

Michael traveled to Korea in 2023 with his wife for a very special occasion—their honeymoon! They spent a significant amount of time exploring Jeju island off Korea’s southern coast and sampled exquisite regional cuisine, but also made time for Seoul’s iconic sites, including shopping in Myeongdong and a visit to the royal palace, Gyeongbokgung.

Dhania and her sister, both avid K-Pop fans, traveled to Korea in 2024 to “explore the culture, amazing food, and create the bond that we never expected.” With just 10 days to spend there, the pair learned to navigate public transportation using Korean map apps, explored Jeju island during an excursion, and visited many of the most travelled-to spots for BTS fans.

Soomin led a group eight people on a unique food tour of Korea. Having been born there before moving to the United States in 2012, it was an exciting and eye-opening experience. The group tasted everything from crave-worthy street food to two-star Michelin restaurants—this trip was all about the food!

Ronda traveled to Korea in 2024 to take part in a guided group tour designed to visit iconic sites from famous K-Dramas and describes the experience as “truly incredible.” Her tour visited cities across the country from Seoul to Busan and included special cultural experiences including cooking classes and fashion. Most importantly, she says the group experience “created a lasting community and lifelong friendships.”

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The application period for this program has ended, but information on the process can be found below! To RSVP for an event, see the updated announcement above. 

Calling all travelers to Korea! Have you been to Korea lately and have some awesome tips, destinations, or memories to share? We want to hear from you!

The Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. (KCCDC) is hosting a 2025 K-Tourism Talk Show this spring to help experienced Korea travelers share tips and insights with future visitors!

Whether you’re an urban explorer, K-food adventurer, backpacker, nature tourist, or K-Pop concert chaser, we want to hear about your experiences in Korea. Guest presenters will have a chance to share their valuable knowledge during our live show event, including travel planning tips, favorite destinations, getting around in Korea, and memorable moments. Sharing your insights will help inspire others to plan their own trips with confidence and excitement. The event will be open to the public for the benefit of everyone itching to travel to Korea.

Those interested in being a guest presenter can apply now, and a separate RSVP to attend the event and listen in will be announced later. For more on how to apply, see the details below.

Overview

Event Dates: April and May, 2025 (two dates will be determined based on applications)

Deadline: Apply by March 24, 2025 for the best change to take part in the program!

Announcement of Results: March 31

Guest Presenter Compensation: $200

Requirements

Those applying to be a guest presenter should:

• ●Have been to Korea within the past three years

• ●Share their Korea travel experiences at the event in a brief presentation and Q&A utilizing their personal pictures, video, social media or other content

• ●Attend the event in-person in Washington, D.C. in April or May, 2025

• ●Submit sample multimedia as part of their application and presentation materials if selected

How to Apply

To apply to be a guest presenter, please complete the online application form below. Be sure to either include links to samples of your multimedia content in the form or else send your sample multimedia files in a follow-up email to Dongkyu Kim at dongkyu.kim@mofa.or.kr after completing the form. Be sure to include your name and information in any follow-up email to match it with your application! Those who are selected to be featured at the event will be contacted directly by email and compensation will be provided after the event.

The application period has ended.

Questions?

For assistance or any questions, please contact Dongkyu Kim at dongkyu.kim@mofa.or.kr.