Travel & Leisure
Ananti the Cove Busan Review: Gijang's Coastal Resort
Ananti the Cove in Gijang is a hotel on Busan's coast. I've stayed at Ananti the Cove twice: once as a regular guest, once with access to the members-only side.
Early June is one of the best times to visit South Korea: warm, green, uncrowded before monsoon arrives. The window to aim for and when to leave.
May is the month most people overlook after cherry blossom season, which is exactly why I'd recommend it. The Lotus Lantern Festival alone is worth planning around.
Tsushima (Daemado) from Busan: ferry times, what to do, grocery shopping tips, sea sickness medicine, and why Koreans know this island better than most Japanese do.
South Korea in August is peak beach season and the hottest month of the year. Liberation Day, better Haeundae alternatives, and what to do in the heat.
July in Korea is peak summer: monsoon rains, heat, humidity, and packed beaches. If that sounds fine to you, beach areas are worth it.
The Haeundae Sand Festival, held annually in Busan, Korea, has evolved into one of the world's largest sand sculpture events. Admire classic and modern art masterpieces recreated in sand.
Busan rewards different kinds of trips depending on the month. Beach season, BIFF, cherry blossoms, and why winter here is much easier than in Seoul.
The Suwon Starfield Library is bigger than the Seoul version and almost nobody goes there. Here's what to expect, how to get there, and what to do while you're at it.
Cherry Blossom Forecast 2026
1 mins2026 South Korea cherry blossom forecast: First blooms from March 25 in Jeju and Busan, full bloom around early April. Plan your spring trip.
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