A Way Opens to Increase Usage Rate of Yeongdeungpo Residents at Seoul Marina

Gu-Seoul Marina Signed Agreement on the 6th to Become a Global Cultural Tourism City... Residents Receive Up to 30% Discount on Yacht Rides, 20% Discount on Meals, and Free Yacht Experience Opportunities for Low-Income Groups

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Yeongdeungpo-gu (District Mayor Chae Hyun-il) signed a business agreement with Seoul Marina on the 6th to expand the base of culture and tourism and provide cultural enjoyment opportunities to underprivileged groups.

Yeongdeungpo-gu is a city with abundant tourism resources of history, culture, and industry such as the National Assembly, KBS, 63 Square, Mullae Creative Village, Times Square, and holds content like the Yeouido Spring Flower Festival and the World Fireworks Festival, attracting millions of tourists every year.

To grow as a global cultural tourism city and enhance residents' cultural sensitivity, Yeongdeungpo-gu Mayor Chae Hyun-il and Seoul Marina CEO Im Tak-gi signed the agreement on the 6th at the district office communication room.

Seoul Marina is the largest complex leisure facility in Korea where yacht and helicopter tours are available, located behind Yeouido National Assembly building, facing the Han River.

This place is a leisure hotspot visited by domestic and foreign tourists every year, and through this agreement, the district expects to develop into a more attractive tourist city.

First, the district will provide administrative support such as expanding Seoul Marina infrastructure and jointly develop and promote various contents including festivals and performances. Also, incentives will be provided when travel agencies attract tourists to Seoul Marina.

Next, at Seoul Marina, residents, sister cities of the district, district office employees and their families will receive a 30% discount on weekdays and 20% on weekends and holidays when boarding yachts, and a constant 20% discount when dining.

Additionally, yacht experience and content viewing opportunities will be provided to low-income residents and culturally marginalized groups, expanding opportunities for cultural experiences through various social contribution activities.

The district plans to accelerate local tourism revitalization by developing various festivals and tourism contents together with Seoul Marina in the future.

For inquiries about Seoul Marina usage benefits, contact the Culture and Sports Division (☎2670-3131).

Yeongdeungpo-gu Mayor Chae Hyun-il said, “This agreement will be a stepping stone to help Yeongdeungpo-gu leap forward as a global cultural tourism city,” and added, “We will strive to expand opportunities for cultural enjoyment to further enhance residents' quality of life.”

Culture and Sports Division (☎2670-3131)

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