Incheon reforms landfill camping: multi-child families exempted from surcharge, fake bookings targeted

Poet Noh Young-hee, president of the Lyric Women Writers' Association, shares her experience of car camping (chabak) in a rural area. She describes setting up a rooftop tent with her daughter and granddaughter, spending the night watching stars. The author notes that stars are invisible in the city, but in the countryside they reminded her of childhood.

Mitan-myeon in Pyeongchang is gaining popularity as an outdoor destination, combining car camping, stargazing, and backpacking. Cheongoksan Yukbaekmaji Wildflower Ecological Park has opened, with Shasta daisies expected to peak in mid-May. On weekends, 50–60 vehicles visit the park. The 'Mitan Outdoor Village' backpacking event on May 16–17 sold out 150 spots early. Authorities are investing 15 billion won in a 'Milky Way Mountain Tourism Hub' project, set for completion in 2025.

On April 26, a collision between an RV and an SUV occurred on the Jungbu Naeryuk Expressway near the Mungyeong rest area around 12:10 PM. The RV carried 4 occupants and the SUV 3, totaling 7 people with minor injuries, all transported to hospitals. The SUV driver was confirmed not under the influence of alcohol.

GMC has started sales of the limited edition Sierra Denali Scarlet Night Edition in South Korea at 96.4 million won (approx. $72,000). The truck features a 6.2L V8 engine producing 426 hp and a 10-speed automatic transmission. Maximum towing capacity is 3,945 kg, enabling it to tow large caravans and boats. Payload is limited to 300 kg under Korean regulations. The package includes a red LED GMC emblem, 13.4-inch touchscreen, 12.3-inch digital cluster, and a 15-inch head-up display.

Starbucks Korea has unveiled its first mobile coffee trailer, Su:Bokcha, to serve remote areas and emergency zones. The launch took place on April 22 at Hangang Park on Yeouido Island in Seoul.

South Korean camping gear brand DOD (Highlight Brands) launches DOD CHA, a mobile camper van touring campsites nationwide from late April to June, offering tea tastings, equipment exhibitions, and consultations