2025-07-01
Urban Oases ① Haeundae / Gwangalli Beach
source: visitbusanReady to dash across hot sand and dive into cool waves? All seven of Busan's beaches will officially be open on July 1, inviting visitors to soak up the sun, splash in the surf and bask in the city's signature summer vibe. Busan's beaches offer much more than swimming and sunbathing. From dynamic music festivals to peaceful sunsets, each one has its unique charm.🌊 Haeundae BeachBusan's most popular beach is the ultimate summer playground as the site of the 2025 Haeundae Festa. From July 1 through the end of August, beachgoers can enjoy food trucks, live performances, interactive activities and wellness experiences. If dancing on sand is your idea of fun, then Haeundae is the place to be. Silent DJ parties will take place nightly from 8 p.m. to midnight. On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, visitors can enjoy Water Bomb events, water parties with live DJ sets from 2 to 6 p.m. If dancing isn't physical enough, check out Iron Camp, a challenging obstacle course inspired by the Netflix hit series "The Iron Squad." Think ropes, trenches and boot-camp grit, all set against a sparkling seascape. If you like your exercise to be less intense, the Yoga & Pilates Zone is for you.If drill instructors and burning quads aren't your idea of relaxation, head to the Refresh Zone, a laid-back oasis with bean bags and shaded seating.🌊 Gwangalli BeachLong days and longer nights are the raison d'etre for Gwangalli Beach. As a go-to spot for marine leisure sports, Gwangalli offers visitors jet skiing, standup paddleboarding, kayaking, motorboating and more.As night falls, the area becomes an outdoor party as customers pour in and out of the restaurants, cafes and bars lining the main strip.The Gwangalli Marvelous Drone Light Show dazzles crowds every Saturday night with 1000 synchronized drones dancing to music in a 12-minute spectacle. During the summer, shows start at 8 and 10 p.m.Make sure you're there on July 5 at 8 p.m. for Korea's first combined drone and laser show, a high-tech feast for the eyes.<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>dash: 돌진하다 soak up: 흠뻑 젖다 splash: 물을 튀기다 ultimate: 극치의 obstacle: 장애물 inspired by: ~에 영향을 받은 seascape: 바다 경치 intense: 긴장 pour: 쏟아져 나오다Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy
