- On Thu, May 30, unannounced joint inspections were conducted in Jung-gu duty-free shops and Myeongdong streets to promote healthy tourism
- Continuous inspections are planned for shopping centers and tourist attractions following this Myeongdong sweep
To eradicate the activities of unqualified guides that disrupt the sound tourism order, the Seoul Metropolitan Government (SMG) conducted on May 30 a surprise inspection in the Jung-gu duty-free shops and Myeongdong streets frequented by international tourists.
According to the Tourism Promotion Act, only those who have obtained a license as a tour interpreter-guide are authorized to provide guidance to international tourists. However, some travel agencies have…