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The same scenery every day, a suffocating commute.
Sometimes, Seoul feels like a giant concrete maze, and a sense of suffocation can wash over you. What do you need at times like this? Travel, of course.
But the reality is harsh. Taking time off feels awkward, and when you finally pluck up the courage to open Trip.com, you see the fuel surcharge has skyrocketed, so you quietly close the app.
But don’t be disappointed just yet. This weekend, all you need to do is book a bus ticket instead of a plane ticket. A global journey that will delight all five senses awaits us—without even leaving Seoul.
📍 Destination: DDP—Skip the Plane
From May 9 to 10, the Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) will transform into the “Global Capital” rather than just Seoul. That’s because the Seoul World City Culture Festivalis taking place. From noon to 9 p.m., the DDP area is set to be filled with cultures from around the world.
✨ The “must-see” highlights of this trip
- Eat Your Way Around the World: Exotic dishes you’ve likely never even heard of before will be lined up one after another. For the price of a fuel surcharge, you can enjoy a feast here until you’re stuffed.
- A chance to upload the perfect Instagram shot: You can try on colorful traditional costumes from various countries. The perfect shot is a bonus.
- Our Closest Neighbors, People of the World: Seoul is already a city of the world. You can experience the cultures of our foreign neighbors living right beside us firsthand and take the time to get a little closer to their lives.
Put aside your worries about taking time off work and the cost of airfare. This weekend, a magical experience that takes you around the globe—all within Seoul—awaits you. Who knows? You might just find a “once-in-a-lifetime restaurant” or a “best friend for life” right in the heart of the DDP!
