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Marriott has opened its first Series by Marriott hotel in South Korea, with three more properties planned in Seoul, Incheon and Busan

A new Star Alliance lounge will open at Incheon Airport’s Terminal 1, preserving premium lounge access for eligible alliance passengers from late 2026

Travelers flying from Incheon to Los Angeles and Seattle can now skip baggage recheck procedures thanks to expanded screening technology

The SWISS Airbus A350 flying from Seoul to Zurich that made an emergency landing in Kazakhstan after a co-pilot suffered a medical issue onboard has finally returned to Zurich

The airline's plane, en route from Zurich to Seoul, was diverted to Kazakhstan after the co-pilot fell ill during the flight. Three doctors on board provided first aid, the co-pilot was treated, and the airline set a new date for the flight

Korean Air has released its 2026 cherry blossom map, highlighting top viewing spots across Seoul, Busan and Jeju as blooms begin across South Korea

A large-scale public event in Seoul will cause "significant local disruptions" from midnight on March 18 to March 21. Expect: closed vehicle traffic, suspended bus routes, limited pedestrian access, and closed subway stations. Which artist is "responsible" for the expected madness?

Korean Air has introduced a ban on using power banks during flights starting January 26, 2026: “Korean Air remains fully committed to providing a safe, secure and comfortable travel experience for all customers.” Also today: the airline announces a partnership with Heathrow Express for discounted UK rail travel

The route to Seoul will be operated from the end of March 2026 using the new aircraft, allowing passengers to experience the new SWISS Senses cabin concept, while also arriving faster

OAG data shows routes in Asia overwhelmingly led global air traffic in 2025, while international rankings were also dominated by short-haul Asian flights. The Jeju–Seoul Gimpo route topped OAG’s 2025 list with 14.4 million seats