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Competition for luxury restaurant reservations on Christmas started in November.
Reservations for courses over 200,000 won nearly doubled in one year.
Popular restaurants have no seats left and customers sign up for vacancy alerts.
Visitor info
Location
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul (operates special year-end dining)
Period
November 20 to January 5, 2027
Key facts
When
Christmas reservations received by October 31 increased 14% compared to last year.
Who
Dining reservation platform Catch Table released Christmas reservation trends.
What
High-end course reservations over 200,000 won nearly doubled in one year.
How
100 selected restaurants' reservations open sequentially from November 13 to 22.
What it means for me
If you have a preferred restaurant, it is advantageous to make a reservation in November or sign up for vacancy alerts.
Living · 3 sources combinedp. 3 / 7
Ride Gyeongchoal Line to Yangju Stamp tour until November 30
D-23 Deadline November 30 · Stamp tour participation and verification deadline
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In short
Yangju City is hosting an event where visitors ride the Gyeongchoal Line train to tour Yangju.
Starting from Daegok Station, collect 3 stamps at Yangju tourist attractions including Ilryeong Station.
The first 100 participants receive gift cards, and 10 winners drawn by lottery receive commemorative items.
Visitor info
Location
Departs Daegok Station, major tourist sites in Yangju City including Ilryeong Station
Period
Through November 30
Benefits
First 100 participants: 20,000 won Yangju Love Card; 10 lottery winners: Gyeongchoal Line LEGO commemorative items
Key facts
When
The event runs until November 30.
Who
Yangju City and Korea Railroad Corporation Seoul Headquarters operate it together.
What
Ride the Gyeongchoal Line from Daegok Station and collect 3 stamps at Yangju tourist attractions including Ilryeong Station.
How
First 100 participants to complete verification receive 20,000 won Yangju Love Card, 10 winners drawn receive Gyeongchoal Line LEGO commemorative items.
What it means for me
Regular Gyeongchoal Line users in the Seoul metropolitan area can enjoy a day trip to Yangju with small benefits.
Living · 3 sources combinedp. 4 / 7
20 Daegu traditional markets Gift events held Nov 6-15
D-8 Deadline November 15 · Gift event and cashback benefit end date
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In short
20 traditional markets in Daegu will hold gift-with-purchase events from November 6 to 15.
Customers who spend a certain amount or more can receive items like instant noodles in bags and hand cream.
Those who pay with Daegu Local Pay receive cashback benefits of up to 20%.
Visitor info
Location
20 Daegu traditional markets (Gyodong Market, Seonam Market, Gwanmun Shopping Center Market, etc.)
Period
November 6-15, 2026, one designated day per market
Benefits
Gift items provided (bagged instant noodles, hand cream, etc.); up to 20% cashback with Daegu Local Pay payment
Key facts
When
The event runs for 10 days from November 6 to 15.
Who
Daegu City and the Daegu Merchants Association hold the event at 20 markets including Gyodong Market and Seonam Market.
What
Customers who purchase over a certain amount receive gifts such as bagged instant noodles and hand cream.
How
With Daegu Local Pay payment, get an extra 5% cashback; using fair-price merchants gets up to 20% cashback.
What it means for me
Daegu residents can shop at nearby traditional markets and receive both gift items and cashback benefits.
Traditional market merchants can expect increased sales during the event period.
Living · 3 sources combinedp. 5 / 7
Grandmother's house becomes lodging Airbnb campaign launches
D-54 Deadline December 31 · Family story submission deadline
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In short
Airbnb has launched a campaign to renovate rural grandparents' homes as accommodations.
When grandchildren submit their family stories, a panel of expert judges reviews them.
The selected one house will be redesigned and the owner receives guidance on operating a lodging business.
Key facts
When
Family stories from grandchildren and relatives are being accepted until December 31.
Who
San from group ATEEZ participates in the campaign video to encourage story submissions.
What
One selected rural house will be renovated and transformed into a lodging facility.
How
Lodging registration and operation guidance will be provided, plus overseas travel opportunity in 2027.
What it means for me
If you have a grandparent's house in the countryside, consider applying with your family story.
Living · 3 sources combinedp. 6 / 7
Hyundai N Pop-up Store Opens in Seoul and Daegu
D-4 Deadline November 11 · Seoul Paume Station Pop-up Store Closing
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In short
Hyundai N, the high-performance brand of Hyundai Motor, opens pop-up stores in Seoul and Daegu.
It showcases the Elantra N Monochrome and WRC rally car component objects.
The Seoul store operates until November 11, and the Daegu store until November 17.
Visitor info
Seoul Location
Paume Station, Shinsegae Department Store Gangnam Branch (Seocho-gu, Seoul)
Seoul Duration
November 5 ~ November 11
Daegu Location
Shinsegae Department Store Daegu Branch (Dong-gu, Daegu)
Daegu Duration
November 13 ~ November 17
Key facts
When
Seoul operates from November 5 to 11, and Daegu from November 13 to 17.
Where
It is held at Shinsegae Department Store Gangnam Branch in Seoul and Shinsegae Department Store Daegu Branch in Daegu.
Who
Hyundai N, the high-performance brand of Hyundai Motor, operates the pop-up store.
What
It showcases 2 units of the Elantra N Monochrome and 9 types of WRC rally car component objects.
What it means for me
Department store visitors can directly see the Elantra N and rally car component objects during the event period.
Living · 3 sources combinedp. 7 / 7
Jamsil Han River Bike Station Free opening from the 14th
D-5 Deadline November 12 · Bicycle experience event registration deadline
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In short
Seoul City has built a bicycle rest area and maintenance facility at Jamsil Han River Park.
From November 14th, it is available for free daily from 9 AM to 10 PM.
A bicycle experience event with 100 citizen participants will also be held to celebrate the opening.
Visitor info
Location
Jamsil Han River Park in front of Hangang Bus Jamsil Terminal
Operating Hours
Daily 9 AM to 10 PM, free admission
Experience Event
November 14th at 10 AM, 100 citizens participating
Registration
November 6th to 12th on Seoul Metropolitan Sports Council website
Key facts
When
Operating daily from 9 AM to 10 PM starting November 14th.
Where
Located at Jamsil Han River Park directly in front of the Hangang Bus Jamsil Terminal.
Who
Seoul City established it, and Seoul Metropolitan Sports Council operates it.
What
Free bicycle maintenance tools, first aid kit box, and rest area provided.
What it means for me
From the 14th, cyclists on the Han River can use free maintenance and rest facilities.
Working adults commuting by bicycle can also get simple maintenance and rest.
Retirees enjoying weekend rides can also use the free rest area.
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