Watch a video introducing a traditional Korean-style hotel (00:00–01:57 and 7:35–7:56). Answer the following true or false statements about the hotel, and correct any false information in Korean.

Helpful Vocabulary:

¹아늑하다 to be cozy
²감성 vibe
³가옥 house (formal)
⁴노천탕open-air bath

Hocance 호캉스 is a popular leisure trend in South Korea. The term blends “hotel” and “vacance” (French for vacation), reflecting a growing preference for hotel-based getaways. Numerous hocance vlogs and Instagram posts are posted every day. The trend took off during the pandemic when hotels offered promotions to attract guests seeking a break from quarantine life, and it has since flourished, especially among young Koreans willing to splurge for a satisfying experience. With hotels costing up to one million KRW ($720) per night quickly filling up, many guests even book rooms for half a day, known as “bancance” (반캉스), to enjoy amenities, relax, or party with friends. (Source).

Meet with your partner(s) and video-record your best performance. Two friends are planning a weekend trip together. Discuss the pros and cons of the provided options, and make a choice.

1. Guided Conversation Practice

혜인 and 코코 is planning a camping trip in Gangreung, a coastal city in South Korea. 혜인 wants to book a glamping site called Healing Camp [힐링캠프], while 코코 prefers a regular camping site called Base Camp [베이스캠프].

혜인: 코코야, 우리 다음 주에 강릉 가는 거, 어느 캠핑장 예약하지?

코코: _________________________________________________________________

혜인: 오, 다 직접 하는 것도 재미있을 것 같기는 한데 조금 귀찮지 않아?

코코: _________________________________________________________________

코코: [Acknowledge 혜인’s point, and provide an additional reason for choosing Base

코코: Camp]

혜인: 그래? 아니면 힐링캠프 글램핑 어때? 경비가 좀 들긴 하는데 캠프파이어나

혜인: 요리 재료¹도 다

준비해 줘서 편하게 다녀올 만 해.

코코: _________________________________________________________________

혜인: 일박이일 예약하는 데 십만 원이래. 베이스캠프는 얼마야?

코코: _________________________________________________________________

혜인: 그래? 싸기는 하네. 어떻게 할까?

코코: _________________________________________________________________

혜인: 그래, 좋아! 그럼 ______________로 하자.

2. Create Your Own Dialogue with a Classmate

카림 and 주노 are planning a weekend trip near Seoul. 카림 wants to go on a hiking trip, while 주노 prefers Hocance. Discuss the pros and cons of each option and make a decision.

Adhere to the following guidelines:

• Each person should speak at least four meaningful sentences.
• Use the following grammar forms at least once: A/V–기는 하지만/V–기는 하는데/A–기는 한데, V–는 데 걸리다/들다, and V–(으)ㄹ 만하다.
• Use the familiar speech style.

¹재료 ingredient

You are hosting a travel podcast for a Korean audience. Record a podcast episode recommending your favorite vacation spot. Include both positive and negative points about the location. Adhere to the following guidelines:

• Include at least seven meaningful sentences.
• Use the following grammar forms at least once: A/V–기는 하지만/V–기는 하는데/A–기는 한데, V–는 데 걸리다/들다, and V–(으)ㄹ 만하다.
• Use both the formal and informal polite speech styles.

(맛보기)

안녕하세요, 여러분! 오늘은 제 최애¹ 휴가지²에 대해 소개드리겠습니다. 그곳은 바로

_____________입니다!

. . .

진짜 꼭 한번 가 보세요! 아셨죠? 그럼 다음 시간에 만나요!

¹최애 favorite [slang]
²휴가지 vacation spot