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KOTRA K-Lifestyle Festival

🌟 Experience Everyday with a Touch of Korea with KOTRA and Korean Society in Malaysia! 🇰🇷✨ Discover the beauty of Korean culture in your daily life—food, fashion, and fun await! Visit Pavilion Damansara Heights Mall (PDH Mall) from 30 September - 6 October 2024! Also, KTO Booth will be there from 5-6 October, join us for the activities below: ✈️ Travel to Korea information 🇰🇷 Hanbok experience 🎯 Tuho game 👜 Drawstring Bag giveaway via KTO survey 🎁 On-ground activations with chances to win amazing gifts, including K-Pop merchandise, Innisfree products, and KTO gift boxes*! 🎶 K-Poppers! Join the K-Lifestyle K-Pop Dance Cover Competition on 5 October 2024 at 3 PM—the winner will take home a cash prize worth RM3,000! Let’s create some amazing memories together! 💖 📅 30 September 2024 - 6 October 2024 (KTO Booth: 5 - 6 October 2024) ⏰ 10 AM - 10 PM 📍 Level 2, Pavilion Damansara Heights Mall Terms and Conditions 1. To participate in the KOTRA K-Lifestyle Festival (the “Event”), Customers (the “Customers”) must be residing in Malaysia during the event period. 2. Korea Tourism Organization Malaysia (the “Organiser”) reserves the right to disqualify any Customers without notice at any point of the Event or after should he/she be found to have not fulfilled the prerequisites of the Event Campaign prior to participation. Joining the Event 3. The Event will run from 5th October 2024 to 6th October 2024. 4. The Organiser reserves the right to amend the Event period at any time without prior notice. Hanbok Online Activation 5. The Hanbok Experience Online Activation (the"Contest") will be conducted from 5th October to 6th October 2024 (2 days). 6. Korea Tourism Organization Malaysia (the “The Organiser”) reserves the right to amend the contest period at any time without prior notice. 7. The Organiser reserves the right to disqualify any Participants (the “Participants”) without notice at any point of the Contest or after should he/she be found to have not fulfilled the prerequisites of the Contest prior to participation. 8. To participate in the Contest, participants must be residing in Malaysia during the contest period. 9. To enter the contest, participants must follow our Instagram account (@KTO_Malaysia), take a photo at our photo zone, share the photo to their public Instagram account feed, tag @kto_malaysia and include the hashtag #VisitKoreaYear2024 in their post. 10. Each participant may submit multiple entries. However, each participant is only entitled to win one prize. 11. The Organiser reserves the right to disqualify, at its sole and absolute discretion, the eligibility of any participant and/or revoke or forfeit any prizes at any stage of the Contest if •entries submitted are incomplete or fail to fulfill any of the Terms and Conditions stipulated herein • there is a violation of any applicable laws or regulations. • for any reason whatsoever the Organiser has reason to believe that a participant has attempted to undermine the operation of the Contest in any way whatsoever, including but not limited to fraud, cheating or deception. 12. The contest will end on 6th October 2024, 10.00 pm. Winners will be selected through a computer-generated random drawing process. This process will be conducted under the supervision of KTO Malaysia to ensure fairness and impartiality. The results of the drawing are final and binding. The winners will be announced on Instagram Story on 14th October 2024, and will be contacted via Instagram Direct Message. 13. In order to respond to the participants’ entries or fulfill the contest mechanics, it may be necessary to ask for personal information such as the Participant’s name, contact number, and email address. 14. In the event that the Organiser is unable to contact a winner within 1 day working day from the date of the Instagram Direct Message, the Organiser reserves the right to select another winner based on the judging criteria. 15. The Organiser’s decision on matters relating to the Contest (including, but not limited to the selection of the Winners) shall be final and absolute. No discussion, correspondence, inquiry, appeal, or challenge by any of the participants in respect of any decision of the Organiser shall be entertained. 16. The Winner Selection shall be conducted without any biases, prejudice, or discrimination against any individual or group on the basis of race, nationality, ethnicity, gender, religion, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. The Organiser is committed to ensuring fairness, equality, and impartiality in all aspects of the Contest, and any discriminatory behavior will not be tolerated. 17. Prizes (“Prizes”) include various Random K-Pop Merchandise. The specific details, including the quantity and the specific CDs, DVDs, or magazines awarded, will be determined by KTO Malaysia and will not be disclosed in advance. 18. Prizes must be redeemed at Korea Plaza, Ground Floor, Menara Hap Seng, Jalan P. Ramlee, 50250 Kuala Lumpur from 21 October - 25 October 2024, 10 am - 5 pm on weekdays, except for Public Holidays. Winners are to refer to KTO Malaysia's instagram page for any updates in operating hours. All unclaimed prizes will be forfeited. 19. The Organisers will not be held responsible for the loss or damage of the prizes. 20. Prizes are strictly non-negotiable, non-transferable, non-exchangeable and non-refundable. No cash alternative is available. Winners cannot select or request a specific CD or DVD or Magazine; the prize will be allocated at random. 21. The Organiser, shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever suffered (including but not limited to loss of opportunities and any indirect or consequential losses) or personal injury suffered or sustained by any participant in connection with or arising from participation in the Contest. 22. Participants understand and accept that their entries may be used in various marketing materials, including but not limited to social media posts, advertisements, websites, brochures, and other promotional channels, without any further compensation or notice. 23. The Terms and Conditions of the Contest shall be construed, governed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of Malaysia. 24. The Organiser may, with or without prior notice, terminate any of the rights granted by these Terms and Conditions. Any changes are effective immediately upon posting to Organiser's website and release of notice of the such change. 25. The Organiser reserves the right to cancel, suspend or amend the rules and prizes of the contest without prior notice. Any changes will be posted either on the Organiser’s Website or in the Terms and Conditions. 26. The Organiser reserves the right to amend the terms & conditions at any time without prior notice. Fill Up The Survey and Bring Home a KTO Drawstring Bag 27. The Fill Up The Survey and Bring Home a KTO Drawstring Bag (the"Contest") will be conducted from 5th October to 6th October 2024 (2 days). 28. Korea Tourism Organization Malaysia (the “The Organiser”) reserves the right to amend the contest period at any time without prior notice. 29. The Organiser reserves the right to disqualify any Participants (the “Participants”) without notice at any point of the Contest or after should he/she be found to have not fulfilled the prerequisites of the Contest prior to participation. 30. To participate in the Contest, participants must be residing in Malaysia during the contest period. 31. To enter the contest, participants must complete our survey ( https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXs4ikVjuOV9zZdQMnToe5QbO194OEmOKfOrIC3TgWkzku8w/viewform?usp=sf_link ). 32. Each participant may submit only one entry and is entitled to win only one prize. 33. The Organiser reserves the right to disqualify, at its sole and absolute discretion, the eligibility of any participant and/or revoke or forfeit any prizes at any stage of the Contest if •entries submitted are incomplete or fail to fulfill any of the Terms and Conditions stipulated herein • there is a violation of any applicable laws or regulations. • for any reason whatsoever the Organiser has reason to believe that a participant has attempted to undermine the operation of the Contest in any way whatsoever, including but not limited to fraud, cheating or deception. 34. The contest will end on 6th October 2024, 10.00 pm. 35. All participants will receive an instant prize (the “Instant Prize”):- KTO Drawstring bag. 36. The Instant Prize is on a first-come-first-served basis and while stocks last. 37. Participants will also have the opportunity to draw for additional prizes, which may include random K-Pop merchandise, an Innisfree gift box, and a KTO merchandise box. The drawing will take place immediately after completing the survey, and winners will receive their prizes on the spot. The specific details regarding the quantity and exact items awarded will be determined by KTO Malaysia and will not be disclosed in advance. 38. Prizes are strictly non-negotiable, non-transferable, non-exchangeable and non-refundable. No cash alternative is available. 39. The Organiser’s decision on matters relating to the Contest (including, but not limited to the selection of the Winners) shall be final and absolute. No discussion, correspondence, enquiry, appeal or challenge by any of the participants in respect of any decision of the Organiser shall be entertained. 40. By entering the Contest, you acknowledge that you have read, understand and agree to Korea Tourism Organization Malaysia's terms and conditions. Other Terms 41. The Organiser reserves the right to amend the terms & conditions at any time without prior notice.

Win Your Seoul Hanok Stay!

Are you traveling to Korea between 29 September and November 2024? 🍂🍁 Here’s your chance to enjoy an unforgettable experience with a Korea Quality certified Hanok Stay amidst the breathtaking autumn foliage, and win other amazing prizes! 🏠✨ How to Enter: Follow @KTO_Malaysia on Instagram 📲 Share the contest post to your Instagram Story 📸 Comment on the contest post with why you’d love to experience a Hanok Stay in Seoul 📝 Upload proof of your flight ticket or booking confirmation to Korea for 29 September - November 2024. (Scan the provided QR Code or fill in the Google Form via the link in bio) Prize Details: 🏆 First Prize: 1 x 2D1N Hanok Stay in Seoul 🎁 Consolation Prizes: 2 x BTS/Seventeen DVDs 2 x Innisfree Gift Sets 5 pairs x Yeongdong Daero K-Pop Concert Tickets Period: 4th September 2024 - 16th September 2024 Get creative and share your Hanok Stay dreams for a chance to win! 🎉 Good luck! 🍀 Terms and Conditions Apply. Link in Bio. #KTO_Malaysia #VisitKoreaYear #VisitKoreaYear2024 #RideTheKoreanWave #AnnyeongKawan Terms and Conditions: 1. The 'Win Your Seoul Hanok Stay' (the “Contest”) will run from 4 September to 16 September 2024 (13 Days). 2. The Organiser reserves the right to amend the contest period at any time without prior notice. 3. Korea Tourism Organization Malaysia (the “Organiser”) reserves the right to disqualify any Participants without notice at any point of the contest or after should he/she be found to have not fulfilled the prerequisites of the contest prior to participation. 4. To participate in the contest, participants (the “Participants”) must be residing in Malaysia during the contest period. 5. For contest entry, participants will need to follow @KTO_Malaysia on Instagram, share the contest post to their Instagram Story, comment on the contest post, mention why they want to experience a Hanok Stay, and upload proof of their flight ticket or booking confirmation to Korea for travel within 29 September - November 2024 on the designated Google Form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScwtGk7eh6OAcYbfwzX2nsvsB7K3mZVygQCGVO9pK1R4IRwNw/viewform?usp=sf_link ). 6. Each participant may submit multiple entries. However, each participant is only entitled to win one prize. 7. The Organiser reserves the right to disqualify, at its sole and absolute discretion, the eligibility of any participant and/or revoke or forfeit any prizes at any stage of the contest if: •entries submitted are incomplete or fail to fulfill any of the Terms and Conditions stipulated herein • there is a violation any applicable laws or regulations. • for any reason whatsoever the Organiser have reason to believe that a participant has attempted to undermine the operation of the contest in any way whatsoever, including but not limited to fraud, cheating or deception." 8. The contest will end on 16 September 2024, 11.59 pm, and winners will be selected based on the creativity of their comment explaining why they want to experience a Hanok Stay during the contest period. 9. A total of ten (10) winners will be selected based on the creativity of their comment explaining why they want to experience a Hanok Stay. 10. The prizes are as follows: First Prize: 1 x One Day Stay at Hanok Stay in Seoul (Breakfast excluded; stay valid until 30 November 2024). Consolation Prizes: 2 x Innisfree Gift Box 2 x BTS/Seventeen Random DVD 5 pairs of Yeongdong Daero K-Pop Concert Tickets" 11. In order to respond to the participants’ entries or fulfill the contest mechanics, it may be necessary to ask for personal information such as the Participant’s name, contact number, email address, and passport details. 12. In the event that the Organiser is unable to contact a winner within 2 working days from the date of the Instagram Direct Message, the prize shall be considered unclaimed and deemed forfeited. The Organiser reserves the right to select an alternative winner based on the same judging criteria used for the initial selection. 13. The Organiser’s decision on matters relating to the contest (including, but not limited to the selection of the Winners) shall be final and absolute. No discussion, correspondence, enquiry, appeal or challenge by any of the participants in respect of any decision of the Organiser shall be entertained. 14. The exact location of the Hanok Stay will be confirmed and communicated to the winner after collecting their details. 15. Winners of the Innisfree Gift Box and BTS/Seventeen Random DVD can pick up prizes at Korea Plaza, Ground Floor, Menara Hap Seng, Jalan P. Ramlee, 50250 Kuala Lumpur from 30 September - 4 October 2024, 10 am - 5 pm on weekdays, except for Public Holidays. Winners are to refer to KTO Malaysia's instagram page for any updates in operating hours. All unclaimed prizes will be forfeited. 16. Winners of the Yeongdong Daero K-Pop Concert Ticket must redeem their tickets at the concert venue on 29 September 2024. To redeem their ticket, winners must present their passport at the redemption counter. The name on the passport must match the name provided in the Google Form as tickets are non-transferable and will be verified at redemption. All Winners whose Prizes have been unclaimed/unredeemed or forfeited hereunder shall not be entitled to any payment or compensation. Failure to respond to any notification from The Organizer in relation to any Prize won, to take the necessary steps to claim and/or redeem the Prize, or to provide any information or material required for the claim/redemption/collection of any Prize, shall be deemed a failure to claim/redeem such Prize. 17. The Organisers will not be held responsible for the loss or damage of the prizes. 18. The Organisers are not responsible for any technical malfunctions, lost or delayed entries, or other errors that may occur during the contest, or for the cancellation of the concert. 19. Prizes are strictly non-negotiable, non-transferable, non-exchangeable and non-refundable. No cash alternative is available. 20. The Organiser, shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever suffered (including but not limited to loss of opportunities and any indirect or consequential losses) or personal injury suffered or sustained by any participant in connection with or arising from participation in the contest. 21. The Terms and Conditions of the contest shall be construed, governed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of Malaysia. 22. The Organiser reserves the right to cancel, suspend or amend the rules and prizes of the contest without prior notice. Any changes will be posted either on the Organiser’s Website or in the Terms and Conditions.

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