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Busan’s beaches: When do they open?

부산 해수욕장 개장 일정 언제?

source: Busan Tourism ArchiveIt’s almost beach season! Haeundae and Songjeong beaches will officially open on June 26, followed by Songdo, Gwangalli, Dadaepo, Ilgwang and Imnang beaches on July 1.Beyo...

Song Soomi  |  2026-06-02

2026 Seven Bridge Tour: How to get tickets for this cycling event

2026 세븐브릿지 투어 티켓 오픈!

source:busan7bridges.comPedal through the crisp autumn air and take in the scenic ocean views of Busan’s most beloved landmarks! The 2026 Seven Bridge Tour: Riding in Busan returns on Sunday, Sept. 20...

Song Soomi  |  2026-06-01

[K-Words You Need to Know] 은근히

[K-Words You Need to Know] '은근히' 무슨 뜻일까요?

“은근히” (eun-geun-hi) is a Korean expression used when something is more than you expected.In English, it can mean “surprisingly” or “actually.”Koreans use it when something looks normal at first, but i...

Song Soomi  |  2026-05-29

This summer, discover Busan’s past, present and future

부산미래유산 테마 투어 참가자 모집

The 2026 Busan Identity Tour is a unique program that spotlights the city’s diverse cultural assets and traditions. Professional guides will take participants to Busan Future Heritage sites, areas tha...

Song Soomi  |  2026-05-28

Read outdoors this spring at the Busan Citizens Park Lawn Library

부산시민공원 잔디밭 도서관 운영

The Lawn Library at Busan Citizens Park is open Wednesdays to Sundays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. until June 14. Come and spend an afternoon reading a good book in the fresh air.Held at the expansive field opp...

Song Soomi  |  2026-05-27

Run Busan: Running Crew offers free, professional coaching

'달려라 부산 러닝크루' 함께 뛸 사람 모여라!

Starting May 28, the Run Busan: Running Crew coaching program offers a new, professionally led running experience designed to help residents safely and efficiently maximize the benefits of their worko...

Song Soomi  |  2026-05-26

Busan is preparing for BTS' return

BTS 월드투어 '아리랑(ARIRANG)' in 부산

source: getty imageIn March, K-pop supergroup BTS returned after a nearly four-year hiatus, thrilling fans with their long-awaited tenth studio album, "Arirang."The group is currently on the BTS WORLD...

Ji Minkyeom  |  2026-05-26

[Unlock English with Movies] Success is not given for free. You have to be able to do anything for your goals.

[Unlock English with Movies] 성공은 공짜로 주어지는게 아니야. 목표를 위해 무엇이라도 할 수 있어야 해.

"Success is not given for free. You have to be able to do anything for your goals.", in Coco, 2018."성공은 공짜로 주어지는게 아니야. 목표를 위해 무엇이라도 할 수 있어야 해."It reminds us we have to keep trying, even when it is har...

Song Soomi  |  2026-05-15

Unlimited public transit for 27,000 won a month

교통비 월 2만 7천 원 넘으면 모두 돌려드려요!

source: getty imageBusan residents can effectively enjoy unlimited public transportation for just 27,000 won per month. In response to rising oil prices linked to the Middle East conflict, the governm...

Song Soomi  |  2026-05-15

Busan’s ‘Carry Buses’ can take your check-in luggage

이제 버스에 대형 캐리어 들고 타요! '캐리 버스' 시범 운행

Busan’s transportation authority is conducting a pilot program for the “Carry Bus,” which allows passengers to board with large, check-in-sized luggage, up to 30 inches.The trial began on April 1 and ...

Song Soomi  |  2026-05-15