North Korea Reopening to Foreign Tourists

North Korea is taking steps to reopen to foreign tourists after five years of closed borders due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Western travel agencies are now offering guided tours to the special economic zone of Rason, providing visitors with unique experiences and insights into the country's limited market-driven reforms.

Tourism in North Korea

Foreign tourists can now visit North Korea's city of Rason for Kim Jong Il's birthday celebrations for around $720, but tours may face obstacles due to cautious North Korean government and border restrictions.