[iNews24 reporter Lee Yong-min] Good news for weekend explorers: the Chungcheong Regional Tour Pass has launched, giving you access to 25 attractions across the Chungcheong area.
Released on the 1st, the pass is available through online channels like Naver Smart Store and Coupang. It’s offered at roughly a 50% discount off the regular price and is valid at all 25 participating venues.
In North Chungcheong, eight sites accept the pass: Pops World Danyang; Danyang Four-Season Sledding Park; Sokrisan e-Recreation; Chamjoeun Gumbengi Insect Farm; Cheongju Hwasuwon; Jecheon Ant; Danyang Joeunharu Bakery Cafe; and High Danyang Heidi. In South Chungcheong, the pass works at 10 spots, including Asan Dinosaur World, Taean Cheollipo Arboretum, Daecheon Brewery, Liri Flower, Asan Rail Bike, Gongju Naejae, Dangjin Café Bonito (Sapgyocheon branch), Cheonan Café Hodoo, Asan Hugs, and Yes Mountain in Yesan.
In Daejeon, five venues are covered: Sangsang Art Hall, Lee Soo Art Hall, Daejeon Dream Workshop, Cultural Space Iyoo, and Jangtaesan Pottery Village. In Sejong, the pass includes the National Sejong Arboretum and Sejong Dinosaur World.
Based on last year’s pilot run, the Chungcheong Regional Alliance plans to grow the program into a flagship model for regional tourism. This year, they aim to expand participating venues to more than 60 and refine the product.
Lee Kyung-woo, the alliance’s secretary-general, said, “Building on the results from last year’s pilot, we’ll move into full-scale operations this year by expanding participating venues and upgrading the product. We’ll work to attract domestic and international visitors and help boost the local economy.”
The Chungcheong Regional Alliance also plans to roll out more themed offerings and introduce time-based integrated passes in stages, responding to traveler demand and user preferences.
