Published on : Friday, August 9, 2019
Minister Park said during a conference on supporting local tourism organized by the ruling Democratic Party at the Korea Tourism Organization in Seoul, “If we could turn the falling demand for overseas travel into domestic travel, it would greatly help stimulate regional economies and boost domestic demand.”
“We will provide a wide range of information on hidden attractions and summer tour packages with different themes,” he added.
The South Koran government will strive to create a favorable environment for tourism by preventing tourists from being overcharged during the holiday season and by improving safety and hygiene management. The minister added that his ministry would also support various local festivals through the fall.
“I ask those in the tourism industry to do their best as well. As the number of Japanese tourists is expected to drop, we will strengthen promotions in China and ASEAN countries,” Park said.
Fewer Koreans have traveled to Japan since the second week of July amid growing anti-Japan sentiment, and the number of Japanese tourists is probable to decline further due to Tokyo’s actions, according to the minister. Japan has advised its citizens to remain cautious when traveling to Korea, citing anti-Japan protests in the country.