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Four Seasons Seoul: Where Global Luxury Meets Wellness in the Heart of History

Seoul Beyond Gangnam Seoul isn’t only about Gangnam and K-pop. In the city’s historic north, Four Seasons Seoul offers a rare blend of world-class luxury, cultural immersion, and easy access to hea...

Seoul’s Hidden Wellness Retreat: Josun Palace at the Heart of Gangnam

Seoul Beyond K-Pop and Shopping When Americans think of Gangnam, the first things that come to mind are K-pop, luxury shopping, and trendy cafés. But locals know Gangnam as the epicenter of two boo...

Everyday Lifters vs. Skinny Fats

Two Different Fitness Types—One Shared Wellness Challenge. They train differently.They eat differently.They live differently. Yet Everyday Lifters and Skinny Fats often hit the same roadblock: horm...

The Secret Top Models Don’t Post on Instagram

In the modeling world, the smallest physical change can shift how a dress fits, how a profile photographs, or how confident you feel on set. That’s why elite agencies make internal health checkups ...

Your Korea Wellness Trip Isn’t Complete Without This

The Bloat & Burnout Package That Puts Inner and Outer Beauty Back in Sync You’re in a season of building, leading, and achieving—so you already invest in exercise, skincare, and intentional liv...

From Cosmetic Tourism to Wellness Retreat

Medical tourism in Korea is still synonymous with cosmetic tourism — from dermatology and Botox to plastic surgery in Seoul’s beauty hubs. Major US outlets reinforce this image. In January 2025, Bl...

The #1 Country for Health Checkups in Korea? The U.S.

When you think of medical travel to Korea, you might picture plastic surgery or skincare. But here’s the surprise: Americans are the largest group coming for one thing above all — full health check...

The Next #1 User of Korean Medical Services: The United States

In 2024, Japan ranked first with 441,112 medical tourists, China second with 260,641, and the U.S. third with 101,733. From Himedi’s perspective, the U.S. is on track to take the #1 spot within the...

Can I Add the Right Tests to a Health Checkup Package in Korea?

Yes—with Himedi Make the most of add-on exams—efficient, affordable, and all in one place. Why This Question Matters Not everyone needs the same health checkup. Some travelers come to Korea for gen...

Endoscopy in Korea: Why It’s the Gold Standard for Stomach Health

Prevent cancer, catch silent symptoms early, and save thousands—without the wait. If you’re dealing with chronic bloating, acid reflux, or just want peace of mind, an endoscopy can be one of the mo...