[2024]2024 Mid-Year Hospitality Training for Vegetarian/Vegan Tourists

Event Name: 2024 Mid-Year Hospitality Training for Vegetarian/Vegan Tourists

Event Date: 2024.11.21 ~ 2024.11.22

Event Venue: Korea Tourism Organization, Seoul Center and various vegetarian / vegan restaurants in Seoul

Host/Organizer: Korea Tourism Organization, (America & Oceania) Office

Event Scale: Approximately 30 inbound tourism representatives from local governments, regional tourism organizations (RTOs), and the inbound travel industry

Event Introduction:

• Participants gained insights into vegetarian and vegan dietary concepts and explored Korea’s vegan food culture
• The program showcased examples of vegan travel, highlighting trends and best practices locally and internationally
• Discussions emphasized public-private collaboration to develop local vegan-friendly tourism content
• An on-site tour introduced participants to Seoul’s key vegan tourism facilities, including attractions and restaurants