The Korea Tourism Association, established in March 11, 1963 in compliance with 39 of Tourism Promotion Act,is an organization representing the country’s tourism industry, coordinating concerned parties and contributing to its members and the by cooperating with relevant organizations at home and abroad.
Scope Of Works:
1.Seeking sound development of the tourism industry and protection of the rights of the workers in the industry;
2.Works to stand for travel service providers;
3.Coordination and guidance of local and by-business tourism associations and travel agencies;
4.Information collection, investigation and statistical research for industrial promotion ;
5.Public Relations to settle a sound way of enjoying sightseeing;
6.External relations for tourism promotion, including participation in international tourism organizations;
7.Business related to issuing and marketing the Korea Travel Gift Certificate;
8.Government-led projects, e.g. issuance of the Licenses for Tourism Service Providers and employee training;
9.Strengthening ties with domestic and foreign organizations for industrial promotion;
10.Running the Credit Union and Souvenir Shops;
11.Asset rental;
12.Other works to raise the financial resources necessary the Association’s projects and businesses.