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New Ecotourism: Western Busan One-Day Eco Tour

New Ecotourism: Western Busan One-Day Eco Tour□ As part of the city’s endeavors to establish a sustainable ecotourism base in West Busan, Busan Metropolitan City and the Busan Tourism Organization are set to present the Western Busan One-Day Eco Tour every Saturday from September 6 to October 25, 2025—combining the ecology of the Nakdonggang estuary with waterfront culture, and ensuring immersive, hands-on opportunities.○ This inaugural program connects the Nakdong Estuary Eco Center with the Nakdong River Eco Tour Cruise, showcasing the surrounding area’s natural wonders. Accompanied by interpretative guides, participants will engage with the rich ecological and cultural assets of western Busan.○ The program blends expert commentary with interactive exploration so that citizens and travelers alike will be able to appreciate the significance of the Nakdonggang estuary, learn about environmental conservation, and discover hidden gems along the way.OverviewㅇPeriod: Saturdays, September and October 2025 (09:00–16:00)ㅇCost: 30,000 won (meals, beverages, boat fares, and insurance included)ㅇRoute: Seomyeon Station (09:00) → Nakdong Estuary Eco Center → Eulsukdo Reed Fields (soundwalk) → Wildlife Treatment Center, Alternative Waterbird Habitat → Lunch → Eco Boat Tour → Seomyeon Station (16:00)※ Itinerary subject to changeㅇReservations: Required via Coco Island (https://www.cocoisland.club)ㅇContact: Busan Tourism Organization ☎ 051-780-4153※ Minimum group size: 10 people; In case of unsafe boating conditions due to bad weather, certain destinations may be replaced with the Busan Museum of Contemporary Art and Amisan Observatory.□ This one-day adventure departs from Seomyeon Station and incorporates stops at ▲ Nakdong Estuary Eco Center, ▲ Eulsukdo Reed Fields, ▲ Wildlife Treatment Center, Alternative Waterbird Habitat, and ▲ Nakdong River Eco Tour Cruise, before returning to Seomyeon Station. Professional guides will deliv

Busan Enters into MOU with Uber Taxi to Improve Tourist Transportation during Festival Shiwol

Busan Enters into MOU with Uber Taxi to Improve Tourist Transportation during Festival Shiwol□ On August 11, 2025, Busan Metropolitan City signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the international mobility platform Uber Taxi to enhance transportation convenience for foreign guests participating in Festival Shiwol.○ The agreement seeks to address challenges that inbound travelers often face when using domestic taxi-hailing services, which typically require local mobile carrier authentication and payment methods linked to Korean credit cards or bank accounts.○ By leveraging the global Uber app, visitors will be able to request rides in Busan quickly and seamlessly.○ The signing ceremony took place at Busan City Hall, with the Director-General of the Tourism MICE Bureau and Song Jin-woo, General Manager of Uber Taxi Korea, present.□ Busan and Uber Taxi will work together to raise awareness of Festival Shiwol—a large-scale, citywide event centered around Haeundae and Busan’s North Port, running from September 21 to October 3—and provide safe and reliable transportation options for attendees.○ Partnership efforts will comprise: ▲ promoting Festival Shiwol to overseas audiences via the Uber app; ▲ offering Uber Taxi coupons to festival ticket holders*; and ▲ elevating the overall travel experience.* 3,000 coupons, each valued at 5,000 won, will be distributed.□ Uber Taxi enables riders to arrange pickups anywhere in the world with the same Uber app they already have in their home country, without the need to download additional apps.○ Its built-in translation feature supports clear communication between drivers and passengers, removing language barriers.○ This initiative is expected to make taxi access simpler and smoother for festivalgoers.

[Unlock English with Movies] The flower that blooms in a adversity is the most rare and beautiful of all." in the Mulan, 1998.

 "The flower that blooms in a adversity is the most rare and beautiful of all." in the Mulan, 1998."역경 속에서 피어나는 꽃이 가장 귀하고 아름답다."It shows us that true strength is revealed when challenges arise.Hardship helps us see how special we really are.Editor: Song Soomi

A conversation with Prenuew, an international student

 “If I Were Reborn, I Would Live in Busan Too,” a new web series on BusanTube, the city’s official YouTube channel, has released its second episode. The series features people from various backgrounds as they share their personal experiences of living in Busan. The videos offer a glimpse into what life in Busan is like for non-Koreans, highlighting the city’s unique charms from a fresh perspective. For this edition, we spoke with Indian student Prenuew, a featured guest from the second episode. As an experienced influencer and content creator herself, she shares her journey of living in Busan and her vivid impressions of the city. Q. Could you please introduce yourself?I’m Prenuew Siddharth Ramteke from Tirora, Maharashtra, India. After completing my early studies in India, I moved to Korea for my master’s. I’m also a skincare influencer and YouTuber. Most of my Instagram and YouTube content is aimed at students who want to study in Korea. I guide them, share practical tips and try to show the country exactly as I experience it.Q. What inspired you to study in Korea, particularly in Busan? And what made you choose Global Business Administration as your major?I was swept up in the Hallyu wave in 2019 — K-dramas, K-pop, the whole culture. What really hooked me was K-beauty: The innovation, the routines, the products. Korea felt like the right place to grow. I chose Busan because the city’s vibe is calming and warm; the sea keeps me grounded. Gwangalli Beach is where I feel most at peace, and Busan’s people are genuinely kind; they’ve helped me whenever I’ve been lost or confused.For academics, I’ve always wanted to build a business. Global Business Administration gives me hands-on learning, international exposure and access to faculty with real-world experience, all of which align with my plan to launch a company of my own.Q. From an Indian perspective, how would you describe Busan? Which aspects do you think would especially attract Indian tourists?Busan is a smart, seaside city with heart. The transport system works beautifully, with smart buses and subways, pedestrian-friendly features like road-embedded safety lights and smart poles that make streets feel safe and connected.Indian visitors will love the beaches, the festival culture, the cafe scene and the city’s clean, modern feel. Food is manageable too; there are Indian restaurants, global markets for groceries and cooking at home is easy.Q. How has your experience of studying abroad in Busan influenced your values or career goals?Living here has sharpened my adaptability and entrepreneurial focus. The city’s pace and innovation push me to think globally while staying grounded in who I am. It’s reinforced my plan to learn from the best and then build something of my own.Long term, I want to start my own skincare brand. After graduating, I aim to work at a Korean skincare company first to gain hands-on product and market experience, including formulation, branding and distribution, the whole cycle.Q. Could you give some advice to students in India who are thinking about studying in Busan?You’ll feel welcomed here. People are considerate and willing to help. Vegetarians may need a little planning, but between Indian restaurants, global markets and home cooking, it’s absolutely doable. Come with curiosity, learn some basic Korean, and be open—you’ll thrive.<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>release: 출시하다 glimpse: 짧은 경험 sweep: 휩쓸리다 innovation: 혁신 genuinely: 진심으로 pedestrian: 보행자 manageable: 다루기 쉬운 adaptability: 적응성 entrepreneurial: 기업가의 formulation: 공식 curiosity: 호기심 thrive: 번창하다Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy