[K-Travel] Where to travel in Korea this summer? Part 2: Haeundae Beach in Busan

During the month of July, "The Kulture Wave" is introducing Korea's top summer travel destinations.

Last week we talked about a place in the heart of Seoul.

For our second K-travel spot, we go down south, to the country's second largest city Busan, and to be exact to the beach: Haeundae Beach!

We now connect to someone who knows the charm of the vibrant coastal city better than anyone else, it's Christopher Boyd Tressler, a writer and editor for 'Busan Beat Magazine'! Hello Christopher!

Q1. Christopher, please tell us a little bit about yourself, including what brought you to Busan.

How long has it been, and what do you do there?

Q2-1. Today's focus is 'Haeundae Beach'. What was it like the first time you went there? (maybe from a foreigner's perspective)

And how would you describe summer season at Haeundae?

Q2-2. Busan is seeing an increase in exchange students from overseas as well as foreign residents.

Do you feel that change around you?

Q3. Are there any locations you would recommend to foreign tourists visiting Haeundae in the summer?

(It could be related to something you discovered while writing for the magazine.)

Q4. Was there any moment when you felt "right, so this is summer in Korea"?

Q5. Busan is establishing itself as a global city that hosts various international events.

What are some venues near Haeundae where you can feel that happening?

Q6. We cannot leave out food, when talking about Busan.

Do you have any must-try summer dishes in Haeundae you'd like to recommend?

Q7. Let's say a friend from abroad wants to visit Busan this summer.

If you had to set up a one-day course for them around Haeundae, how would that day look like?

Q8. Any additional tips you would like to share, for people who want to travel to Busan and Haeundae?

Thank you Christopher for those great tips and sharing the Haeundae vibe with us today.

Thank you Walter, for always sharing the good Kulture Wave vibes with us. See you tomorrow!