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Cherry Blossom Festival in Jinhae & Busan
3-4 April • overnight sat & sun, CAC Tours (4 Hr. Dr.)
Have you ever dreamed of walking on a flower carpet under a shower of blossoms? Then, we invite you to the April festivities in Korea. This is the month when the country is covered in white cherry blossom petals, its mountains are ablaze with yellow forsythias, and villages are blooming with sansuyu flowers.

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When its 220,000 cherry trees bloom, the whole city of Jinhae is covered in white. The city is very modern, clean, and is the home to the South Korean Navy and a US Navy base.

The festival has a parade, traditional Korean folk dance performances, fireworks, cultural and athletic events, along with native products and exhibits attracting more than a million sightseers each year. $180 plus W20,000 and includes one night at a first class western style hotel in Busan City. Sign up by 25 March at 1700.

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Pyonsan Beach, Chikso Waterfall
& Neso-sa Temple
13 March • Saturday, CAC Tours (1.5 Hr. Dr.)
Pyonsan Beach is known for its 2km long white sand beach and fir trees which block the cold winds during the winter. You’ll also see the breathtaking Chikso Waterfall flowing from a 22.5 meter high cliff of eroded rock. Then at Neso-sa Temple see a 1000-year old Dangsan tree and a bronze bell used Buddhist temples. This particular bell is completely engraved with tree images of the Buddha. $25 plus W2,500 Admission Fee. Sign-up by 11 March at 1700.

Everland
14 March • Sunday, CAC Tours (3 Hr. Dr.)
Everland is one of the 10 best theme parks in the world with state-of-the art rollar coaster, amusement facilities, a botanical garden, and a zoo inhabited by seals, chimpanzees, lions and tigers. $30 plus W35,000 Admission Fee. Sign-up by 11 March at 1700.

Gunsan City Good Neighbor Tour
5 & 19 MARCH • 1315-1700 Friday, A&FRC
Free. A half day introduction to the local Korean culture, and orientation to the city of Gunsan. Learn how to take local transportation, local community activities and cultural awareness. Ideal for anyone who’s new to Kunsan AB. Registration required, call the Airman and Family Readiness Center at 782-5644/5627.

Gunsan City
Good Neighbor Tour
5 & 19 MARCH • 1315-1700 Friday, A&FRC
Free. A half day introduction to the local Korean culture, and orientation to the city of Gunsan. Learn how to take local transportation, local community activities and cultural awareness. Ideal for anyone who’s new to Kunsan AB. Registration required, call the Airman and Family Readiness Center at 782-5644/5627.

TGI Friday’s & Outback Steak House in Jeonju
19 March • Friday, CAC Tours (45 Min. Dr.)
$20. Sign up by 18 Feb at 1700.

Coex Aquarium & It’aewon
20 March • Saturday, CAC Tours (3.5 Hr. Dr.)
See over 40,000 oceanic fish, tropical fish and cute otters swimming above you in the ceiling.
$30 plus W1,500 Admission Fee. Sign up by 18 March at 1700.

Yellow Sea Cruise
21 March• Sunday, CAC Tours (30 Min. Dr. & 4 Hr. Boat Tour)
Take harbor cruise out to sea and pass by the Gunsan chain of islands. The boat drops you off at Sonyu-do island for about 1 hour and then starts its return trip. There are no restaurants on board, so bring a picnic lunch with you. $15 plus W20,000 Boat Fare. Sign-up by 18 March at 1700.

DMZ Tour
26 March • 0700 Friday, CAC Tours (5 Hr. Dr.)
Sign up early as this tour fills up fast! Korea is the only divided country in the world. One of the last relics of the Cold War, Korea DMZ tourist sites were created to quench peoples’ curiosity on this unique area where tension and peace coincide. Bring snacks for the long bus ride. Appropriate dress required. See CAC Tours staff for details. $25 plus won for lunch and souvenirs. Sign-up by 24 March at 1700.

Mt. Naejang & Kumsan Temple
27 March • 0800 Saturday, CAC Tours (1.5 Hr. Dr.)
Among the many treasures found at this temple is Korea’s largest indoor Buddah standing over 2 stories high. $25 plus W11,000 Admission Fee. Sign-up by 25 March at 1700.

Lotte World Indoor Amusement Park and Shopping Mall
28 March • 0700 Sunday, CAC Tours (3.5 Hr. Dr.)
A full-scale indoor amusement park equipped with the largest modern rides showcasing a world of magic, fantasy and adventure. $30 plus W35,000 Admission Fee. Sign-up by 25 March at 1700.

Pyonsan Beach, Chikso Waterfall & Neso-sa Temple
10 april • Saturday, CAC Tours (1.5 Hr. Dr.)
Pyonsan Beach is known for its 2km long white sand beach and fir trees which block the cold winds during the winter. You’ll also see the breathtaking Chikso Waterfall flowing from a 22.5 meter high cliff of eroded rock. Then at Neso-sa Temple see a 1000-year old Dangsan tree and a bronze bell used Buddhist temples. This particular bell is completely engraved with tree images of the Buddha. $25 plus W2,500 Admission Fee. Sign-up by 8 April at 1700.

Bamboo Market & Paegyang-sa Temple
11 April • Sunday, CAC Tours (2 Hr. Dr.)
Shop this little village of handmade bamboo products including fans, fine-toothed grooming combs, bamboo blinds, and more at Korea’s only marketplace dealing exclusively with bamboo products.

Paegyang-Sa Temple is one of the most famous temples in Korea. It was originally built by Buddhist priest Yohan in 632, during the reign of King Mu of the Paekjae Kingdon. The eight-story stone pagoda is in the backyard of the main hall and is said to contain the Sarira of the historical Buddha “Sockyamoni.”

TGI Friday’s & Outback Steak House in Jeong-ju
16 April • 1800 Friday, CAC Tours (45 Min. Dr.)
Brand name American food and nightlife just 45 minutes away in Jeong-ju.
$20.  Sign up by 18 April at 1700.

Everland
17 April • 0700 Saturday, CAC Tours (3 Hr. Dr.)
Everland is one of the 10 best theme parks in the world with a state-of-the art roller coaster, amusement facilities, botanical garden, and a zoo inhabited by seals, chimpanzees, lions and tigers.
$30 plus W35,000 Admission Fee.  Sign up by 15 April at 1700.

Yellow Sea Cruise
18 April • 1200 Sunday, CAC Tours
(30 Min. Dr. & 4 Hr. Boat Tour)
Wear walking shoes on this harbor cruise that drops you off at Sonyu-do Island for about 1 hour and then starts its return trip. On your journey, you will sail past the Kokunsan Islands, a natural maritime park consisting of twenty-four islets around the Sonyu-do Island, famous for its clear water, fresh fish, scenic villages and view of a different world. Once on the island, explore nice beaches with a view of the beautiful view of Yellow Sea dotted with quaint and charming mountainous islands. There are no restaurants on board, so bring a picnic with you. $15 plus W20,000 Boat Fare.  Sign up by 18 April at 1700.

DMZ Tour
23 April • 0700 Friday, CAC Tours (5 Hr. Dr.)
Sign up early as this tour fills up fast! Korea is the only divided country in the world. One of the last relics of the Cold War, Korea DMZ tourist sites were created to quench peoples’ curiosity on this unique area where tension and peace coincide. Bring snacks for the long bus ride. Appropriate dress required. See CAC Tours staff for details.  $25 plus won for lunch and souvenirs. Sign-up by 21 April at 1700.

Pro Soccer Game in Jeong-ju
24 April • 1300 Saturday, CAC Tours (45 Min. Dr.)
Jeonbuk vs Ulsan
$20 plus Tickets (W15,000 / W10,000 / W6,000)
Sign-up by 23 April at 1700.

Lotte World Indoor Amusement Park and Shopping Mall
25 April • 0700 Sunday, CAC Tours (3.5 Hr. Dr.)
A full-scale indoor amusement park equipped with the largest modern rides showcasing a world of magic, fantasy and adventure.  $30 plus W35,000 Admission Fee.  Sign-up by 22 April at 1700.

Jeju Island
29-30-31 May • Overnight, Memorial Day Weekend
(Fly from Gunsan Airport)
“Korea’s Hawaii” is paradise with fine beaches, subtropical vegetation, quaint thatched cottages, waterfall, fantastic lava rock formation and cobalt blue water. The island offers visitors a wide range of activities: hiking on Halla-san (South Korea's highest peak), catching sunrises and sunsets over the ocean, viewing majestic waterfalls, riding horses, or just lying around on the sandy beaches. Cost TBA will include hotel and airfare. Sign-up by 30 April at 1700.

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