Shinsegae Academy Summer Semester, Humanities + Travel Courses Double Compared to Spring Semester

Shinsegae Academy, in-flight meal cooking class image (Photo by Shinsegae Department Store).

Increased Thirst for Overseas Travel Due to COVID-19
Various Themed Travel Classes Gain Popularity

[Asia Economy Reporter Yuri Kim] Shinsegae Department Store's cultural center, 'Shinsegae Academy,' announced on the 20th that it will offer more than twice the number of humanities courses combining various genres such as travel, opera, and history in the upcoming June summer semester compared to the spring semester.

Shinsegae Academy explained, "Travel-related courses at Shinsegae Academy during the spring semester attracted great interest from customers due to the impact of COVID-19," adding, "'European Gourmet Travel' and 'World Travel Through Music' approached travel through food and music, increasing immersion in the classes." They also noted that courses like 'World Themed Travel Through Movies,' prepared to ease the disappointment of not being able to travel abroad after COVID-19, were popular as they allowed indirect travel experiences.

Starting from the summer semester next month, courses combining humanities content such as food, music, and movies with travel will be introduced at more than twice the number offered in the spring semester. In particular, unique lectures targeting children will be presented. At Shinsegae Academy Starfield Goyang branch, a new course called 'In-flight Meal Making' will be offered this summer semester. Children will directly make representative in-flight meals from various countries such as Hawaii (Hawaiian Musubi), Turkey (Sish Kebab), and Vietnam (Banh Mi Sandwich). The class also includes time for children to create their own passports and airplane tickets along with the food, enhancing interest and understanding. This course was fully booked on the day registration opened, receiving great attention.

Courses combining humanities content such as movies and arts with travel have also been expanded. At Shinsegae Gangnam branch, a new course called 'Hong Kong Real Tour' has been prepared. It allows participants to gain an in-depth understanding of Hong Kong through various genres including culture, movies, arts, and food. At the main branch, a course titled 'Europe I Want to Keep Secret: Stories of Paintings and Art' has been planned. Participants will learn about Europe, including Spain, France, and Italy, through visits to the Prado Museum, the Louvre, and Venice.

Youngkyu Kwon, Executive Director in charge of culture at Shinsegae Department Store, said, "In a situation where the thirst for overseas travel has increased after COVID-19, we have enhanced customer satisfaction through courses combined with humanities," adding, "We will lead lifestyle trends through high-quality content tailored to the demands of our students."

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