27 January 2016

PRESS RELEASE

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Spring Blossoms in Korea at the Travel Tour Expo 2016

Meet and Greet Korea Tourism Honorary Ambassador Jessy Mendiola

 

  

 

 

Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) showcased Korea’s diverse products in this year’s Travel Tour Expo (TTE). TTE was organized by the Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) and was held at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City, last February 5 to 7, 2016.  The Korea Tourism Pavilion was located in booths 302 – 311 with the theme “Spring Blossoms in Korea” that complemented the booths of Gyeonggi Tourism Organization, Busan Tourism Organization, Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, and Jeju Air.

 

Headlining KTO’s set of activities this year was Korea Tourism Honorary Ambassador Jessy Mendiola who had and autograph signing event last February 6 followed by a live one-on-one interview.

 

The event also featured live dance and musical performances showcasing both Korean and Filipino talents. Special segments about Korean food, style and beauty wherein visitors got to try and witness preparation of traditional Korean cuisine, the latest in K-Pop fashion, and a glam make-over completed the three-day program line-up in the Korea Tourism Pavilion.

 

  

 

KTO gave away souvenir items to everyone who booked and purchased plane tickets and tour packages on-the-spot from partner airlines and travel agencies. There were also special gift packs for quiz and raffle draw winners.

 

According to KTO, Korea received a total of 403,622 Filipino tourists in 2015, posting a decrease of 7.2% compared to the previous year’s total of 434,951. This decline is attributed to the MERS outbreak in the country. However, from September to December after the outbreak was controlled, there has been a steady influx of tourists rivaling the previous year’s performance.

 

For inquiries, contact KTO Manila Office at (02) 880 0312 up to 0313 or via ktomanila@gmail.com