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Old-school vibes citywide on the Retro Night Tour

source: visitbusanEmbracing the spirit of summer vacation, the Busan Tourism Organization has launched a special nighttime bus tour program titled “Retro Night Tour.” Running every Friday and Saturday from July 25 to Aug. 30, the tour captures Busan’s scenic nighttime views with a nostalgic twist.Based on the current nighttime route, this program offers a unique experience with retro-inspired décor and lively DJ performances reminiscent of the 1970s and 1980s. Passengers can enjoy an immersive, multisensory journey that entertains both the eyes and ears.The route features some of Busan’s most iconic nighttime landmarks, including Busanhangdaegyo Bridge, Gwangandaegyo Bridge and Haeundae Beach. The open-top, double-decker bus offers an unobstructed view of the city lights. Onboard, a DJ keeps the energy high by sharing passengers’ stories and playing requested songs, further enhancing the festive vibe that pairs perfectly with the warm summer air.Retro-style lights and props create a nostalgic ambiance, transporting riders back to a bygone era. The tour includes two stops at Gwangalli and Songdo beaches, where passengers can enjoy a brief seaside stroll under the night sky. At Songdo Beach, a small event adds a touch of fun and encourages active engagement from participants. The bus departs from Busan Station at around 7 p.m. and returns at 10 p.m. Ticket prices are 25,000 won for adults and 15,000 won for children. Kids under 48 months ride free of charge. For details and reservations, visit the Busan City Tour website. Story submissions and song requests can be made in advance online or on-site on the day of the tour.※ Busan Retro Night Tour, every Friday and Saturday from July 25 to Aug. 30◎ Information: Click ◎ Reservation: Click <Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>embrace: 받아들이다 reminiscent: ~을 회상하는 immersive: 몰입형의 multisensory: 다중 감각의 entertain: 즐겁게하다 iconic: 상징적인 ambiance: 분위기 Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy

2025 Busan YouTube Video Contest (July 14–October 17)

2025 Busan YouTube Video Contest (July 14–October 17)To spotlight the slogan that captures Busan’s transformation—'Neul. No. Pul. Busan’—and gather fresh, inspiring ideas from the public, the 2025 Busan YouTube Contest: Find Neul. No. Pul. Busan! is now open to Korean citizens and registered foreigners. We look forward to your interest.🌞 Title: Find Neul. No. Pul. Busan!🌞 Theme: Discover what has increased, improved, or been resolved within Busan🌈 Select one of the transformation-themed keywords below and create a YouTube Short.① Neul-i-go: What has increased in Busan?Example: international tourists, investments, jobs, green spaces② No-pi-go: What has improved in Busan?Example: happiness index, city brand value reputation (#1 in children’s quality of life, #2 in Asia on the Smart City Index)③ Pul-eot-da: What has been resolved within Busan?Example: Approval of three new Nakdonggang bridges (Daejeo, Eomgung, Sasang), Sajik Baseball Stadium reconstruction, Hadan-Noksan Line development, and seven other long-pending projects Eligibility: Korean nationals and registered foreign residents (individuals or groups) Period: Monday, July 14–Friday, October 17, 2025, by 18:00🌈 How to Enter‣ Submit your entry at: tv.busan.go.kr → Video Archive (영상 아카이브) → Contest Submission (공모전 접수).‣ Go to: https://tv.busan.go.kr/view.do?no=130.※ Check out past winners on the website.For complete guidelines, please refer to the official announcement (in Korean).

Autonomous Bus Launch Ceremony on July 10… Operations to Start in Full This September

Autonomous Bus Launch Ceremony on July 10… Operations to Start in Full This September□ On July 10, 2025, at 11:00, Busan Metropolitan City held a launch ceremony for its autonomous bus system at Osiria Station Plaza on the Donghae Line.□ The ceremony aimed to introduce the forthcoming autonomous bus deployment planned for the Osiria Tourism Complex and raise awareness about self-driving technology.□ From September, autonomous buses will serve as part of the local mass transit network.○ They will navigate mixed traffic alongside conventional vehicles, utilizing Level 3 autonomy*. A safety driver will remain on board to assume control if necessary.*Conditional automation in which a vehicle performs all driving tasks under defined situations, such as on highways, without driver input○ Trial runs within the Osiria Tourism Complex area will continue through August, with general passenger service commencing in September.□ During the ceremony, Mayor Park Heong-joon remarked, “Our first-ever autonomous bus program marks a significant step toward AI-powered mobility into daily life.”□ He further emphasized, “Artificial intelligence is the key to enhancing living standards and propelling societal progress. We are committed to accelerating innovation to embed AI not only in transportation but also across industry, the economy, culture, administration, and education—paving the way for a future-ready community where everyone benefits from AI.”