It's "D'Light"-ful!

 Upon walking into the D’Light complex, the first thing you’ll see is the Mobile Plaza. A grass wall mixes the natural and digital together while the Capture Wall helps you interact with all of your personal images on 82 different LFD monitors! The floor also contains a “Mood Tube,” where you can dance to music-influenced color projections. From those first few steps, it’s obvious that the Samsung D’Light complex is all about how technology is changing and improving our lives! Through these exhibits, visitors can witness the marvels of modern digital development.After reviewing the main floor, head downstairs to the basement...

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Witnessing a Royal Ceremony

Of Seoul’s five royal palaces from the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910), Gyeongbokgung (Palace) is the largest. To help recreate what life was like during Korea’s royal era, visitors can experience a change of the royal guards at the entrance of Gwanghwamun (Gate) throughout the year.Once the bell is rung, the ceremony begins! The bright colors, beautiful outfits, and the bold banners and flags combine to make the elaborate ceremony a favorite event among visitors to Seoul. When the reenactments started in 1996, the original records were reviewed to ensure that today’s ceremony honors the traditional one. In fact, there are actually ...

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Korea's Traditional Paper

Historically, Korean paper was celebrated throughout Asia as some of the best available anywhere. Said to have been invented in China, paper making made its way to Korea before the art was transferred to Japan. The paper created from the Korean mulberry tree is known as hanji, and it was said that it could last 1,000 years! You’ll see why when you experience the strength and beauty of hanji! One of the best places to learn about Korean traditional paper and to make various objects with it is Hanji & People, a workshop located in the popular Insa-dong neighborhood. With craft classes conducted in Chinese, English and Japanese, participants...

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The Beautiful Tea Museum

Tucked a couple of blocks down one of Insa-dong’s alleys is a traditional hanok style house that was renovated and converted into a museum. The Beautiful Tea Museum sells some 130 different types of teas of every color – green, black, brown and blue – not to mention several herbal and flower varieties. Although the museum’s tea collection is its primary draw, there’s also an impressive number of earthenware teacups, saucers and teapots on display that were manufactured by young ceramists. Since the inner courtyard was covered in glass, the central area has been turned into an attractive patio that’s perfect for enjoying tea. The natural...

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Making Korea's Staple Food

Without a doubt, Korea’s number one signature food must be kimchi! Kimchi is made from fermented vegetables with varied seasonings. Although the most common type of kimchi is made with Napa cabbage, there are hundreds of different varieties made from several other kinds of vegetables, such as radish and cucumber (to name only two!).Inside Myeong-dong’s Experience Kimchi, which is located on the 5th floor of the M Plaza Building, you can experience Korean culture and history through this vital Korean food. Put on that apron and get ready to make your own kimchi with the guidance and supervision of a professional instructor. Not only...

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Around Aotearoa

A chance to mix with the locals. Everyone drinks 10 different beers and cocktails from around NZ at the completion of each round (10 beers and two cocktails) every participant who has completed will receive a T.Shirt with the wording "I've just completed Around Aotearoa, Ngongotaha Rugby, New Zealand 2011". Your fee includes beer, cocktails and nibbles. Come and enjoy the evening while watching the Quarter Finals Winner from Pool D v Runner Up from Pool C and Winner from Pool A vs Runner Up from Pool B on the large screen. reference  http://www.rotoruanz.com/events/2011/oct/9/around-aotearoa...

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Rugby World Cup Official Rotorua Fan Zone

The perfect family outing. Come along and enjoy a two hour showcase of great local entertainment, activities, displays and food before watching the Quarter Finals on our awesome big screen. The theme is to be advised. There will be prizes drawn on the night including the best dressed team or family of four. We will also have a "Kiddie Zone" to keep the active ones entertained. reference  http://www.rotoruanz.com/events/2011/oct/8/rugby-world-cup-official-rotorua-fan-zone...

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Rotorua Ekiden

The HI-TEC Rotorua Ekiden Relay will be run around the roads encircling beautiful Lake Rotorua. An internationally recognised event, the Ekiden relay is run over the marathon distance of 42.2km and consists of teams of six competitors who wear a traditional Japanese tasuki sash instead of carrying a baton. Clubs, companies/businesses, social groups or schools can enter teams for the 9th HI-TEC Rotorua Ekiden Relay. The shortest leg of the relay is 5km and the longest 10km. Join the other 2000+ participants in New Zealand's favorite relay. All participants receive a HI-TEC Ekiden T-Shirt valued at $45.00 + a bag of sponsors products...

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Whakarewarewa Friday Night Markets

The Maori cultural themed "Whakarewarewa Friday Night Markets" will bring our community together for an event that can be enjoyed by all, at the world famous, Whakarewarewa, Living Thermal Village. Sit back, relax and indulge in the unique taste of the Whakarewarewa hangi pie or be enticed by the various other foods while being entertained by our very own Te Pakira Kapa Haka Group. Be inspired by our select weavers, carvers and craft artists. Admire the beautiful arts andamp; crafts and maybe you'll find that special something you've been looking for. Nau Mai Haere Mai - Welcome one andamp; all to, "The Whakarewarewa Friday Night...

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The Vital Health Tour

"The Vital Health Tour - What you don't know CAN hurt you and your family" Dr Sarah Farrant, DC and Cyndi O'Meara, Nutritionist, have a critical and important message of health to the people of New Zealand. Both are mum’s of three and have spoken internationally and are combining their talents to present a different approach to health - come and learn from these two fantastic speakers who are getting GREAT results! No gimmicks no signing up. Only information that could change your life! During this presentation you’ll: Discover the one area of health that the majority of society neglects – having this secret can double your energy. Learn...

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