South Korea’s Yeosu is strengthening community participation as preparations continue around the 2026 World Island Expo. The destination is hosting cultural programmes, wellness activities, walking tours, island experiences and marine leisure events designed to encourage visitors to explore its surrounding islands. More than 412,000 visitors have already attended related activities, highlighting growing tourism interest. Local participation is playing an important role in showcasing Yeosu’s culture, nature and island-based experiences to travellers.