"Seen by 570 Million Households"... Haenam Makes World Stage Debut with LPGA

Seventy-eight Top Golfers to Compete
Camping Expo to Be Held Simultaneously

The Osiano Tourist Complex in Haenam, South Jeolla Province, is emerging as a multi-purpose destination where world-class golf tournaments and family-friendly camping festivals come together.

Haenam County announced on October 14 that the "2025 LPGA BMW Ladies Championship" will be held from October 16 to 19 at Pine Beach Golf Links within the Osiano Tourist Complex in Hwawon-myeon.

The "2025 LPGA BMW Ladies Championship" will be held at Pine Beach Golf Links within the Osiano Tourist Complex in Hwawon-myeon, Haenam County. Provided by Haenam County

This tournament is the only official LPGA Tour event held in South Korea and marks the first time an international golf tournament is being hosted in the Honam region. A total of 78 players, including 68 of the world's top-ranked golfers and 10 invited players, will compete fiercely over four days. The event will be broadcast live to approximately 570 million households in over 170 countries. The county expects between 50,000 and 60,000 spectators to visit Haenam during the tournament.

The "Jeonnam Camping Tourism Expo" will also be held at the same venue, allowing visitors to enjoy both high-level sports viewing and outdoor experiences. The Osiano Tourist Complex is one of Haenam's leading attractions, known for its seaside golf course and beautiful coastal scenery. Recently, the number of family visitors has been steadily increasing along with the growing demand for camping.

To accommodate the anticipated increase in tourism demand during the tournament, the county will operate a dedicated lodging and restaurant management system and has formed a preparation committee centered on local residents. Promotional booths for Haenam tourism will be set up inside and outside the tournament venue to further boost the region’s visibility.

Tickets can be purchased after registering as a member on the BMW Vantage app. Weekday tickets are priced at 40,000 won, while weekend tickets are 60,000 won. On-site purchases are also available. Haenam residents are eligible for a 50% discount.

County Governor Myung Hyun-kwan stated, "The Osiano Tourist Complex, where a world-class sports event and a family-oriented camping festival are held together, will be the stage that makes autumn in Haenam shine the brightest. We will do our utmost to ensure that every visitor can experience the charm of Haenam and create special memories."

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