korea
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Do You Need An ETA to Travel To South Korea?
If like me you have cut back on traveling over the past couple of years, you’ll probably find yourself trying to get back up to speed on travel regulations as you prepare your first post covid trip. That is exactly what happened to me. Right now I’m in the middle of preparing for a trip…
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Korean Air To Complete Asiana Integration by December 2026
South Korea will have its mega airline very soon. Korean Airways is planning to integrate into its operations and identity Asiana Airlines by December 17, 2026. That is a rather tight timeline, considering that IT, fleet, and all SOPs for crew will have to be standardized by then. Additionally, lounges will have to be completed…
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T’Way Air Business Saver Review: A Surprisingly Premium Experience from Seoul to Rome
Thinking of flying T’Way Air to Europe? Read this first. The Korean LCC offers unbeatable Business Class fares (~€800), but there is a catch. I review the “Business Saver” experience and explain why you MUST book the 777-300ER and avoid the A330 if you want a true lie-flat suite.
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How to Book Korean Low-Cost Airlines as a Westerner: Air Busan & T’Way Air
Low Cost Carriers (LCCs I’ll be referring to them like this in the post) have become very prominent in the aviation industry worldwide. For decades they have been the backbone of short range travel for many passengers. Recently they have also expanded into long haul operations with mixed results. LCCs in Asia though are on…
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Korean Air New Logo And Livery – Was it Necessary?
Re-branding and redesigning brand identities has been the theme of the 2020s. Across all industries we have assisted to brands redesigning their brand identity, Korean Air is only the latest to join the party. So, let’s take a look at what their new brand identity and particularly their new livery looks like and then I’ll…
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Flying Non-Stop Between Rome and Seoul
Rome to Seoul and the reverse sector have become, for family reasons, the flight I travel on the most. Which means I’m always on the lookout for news and special offers on these flights. So, I thought I’d go over with you today on the best connections to fly between Rome Fiumicino Airport and Seoul…
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OneWorld Alliance’s First Ever Branded Lounge at Seoul Incheon Airport
Some significant news for OneWorld travelers, in particular those that regularly fly in and out of South Korea. The alliance, founded in 1999, has unveiled its first ever branded airport lounge. An event that celebrates an important milestone for the alliance. Specifically the lounge has opened for business at Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). Let’s…
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How to Get From Incheon International Airport to Gimpo Airport?
If you’re planning or have just booked a trip to South Korea and your first stop is not going to be Seoul, you’ll have to connect flights. Make sure to check which airport your connecting flight will depart from. If you’re not aware of it Seoul has two airports: Incheon and Gimpo. About the Two…
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Korean Budget Airline T’Way’s New Seoul Sydney Flight
Korean budget carrier T’Way is ready for a big new challenge. The airline which is not new to operating international routes across the far east is ready to open it’s longest sector yet. Let’s find out together what the news is all about. In this post: T’Way’s New Seoul Sydney Flight T’Way Air, founded just…
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What is It Like Travelling With a Cat Abroad on the Plane?
I just came back from my third visit to South Korea. I was there visiting my wife’s family, however this was for the two of us the first time bring our pet cat Coco with us. In this post I’ll tell you all about my experience traveling both on international and domestic flights with our…