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Thu, March 4, 2021 | 08:40

Gov't to push for 'quarantine-free corridors' to support ailing aviation industry

The government will push to establish “travel bubbles” or quarantine-free corridors with other countries that have successfully curtailed COVID-19 as part of efforts to support the aviation industry hit hard by the prolonged pandemic. The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport said Wednesday that the measure would help airlines, which have suffered from record-low pas...

Airlines | 2021-03-03 16:57

Lotte Hotel Seoul has launched an “online express check-in” service for guests who book a room through the Lotte Hotel official homepage or application. The new service simplifies check-in procedures and enables guests to register their check-in information through the website or app even in the morning, so they can simply pick up their key at the front desk without waiting u...

Travel & Cuisine | 2021-03-03 13:47

Hotels striving to distinguish breakfast to attract more guests

A premium breakfast is one of services guests look forward to when visiting luxury hotels, as it gives them a chance to enjoy a variety of gourmet menu items prepared by professional chefs. According to a survey of 2,000 adults in Korea, released last month by online hotel reservation site HotelsCombined, an overwhelming 60.6 percent of respondents chose the complimentary bre...

Travel & Cuisine | 2021-03-03 09:09

Smooth vaccinations raise hope for 'return to normal life'

The government's COVID-19 inoculation program proceeded smoothly for the third day, Sunday, raising hope among members of the public that their lives may return to normal and that they will be able to go out freely without wearing a face mask.

Health & Welfare | 2021-02-28 16:02

Concerns rising over hasty legislation of special law for new airport in Busan

Both the ruling Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) and the main opposition People Power Party (PPP) are facing criticism for collaborating in the hasty passage of a special bill aimed at constructing a new international airport on Busan's Gadeok Island. If the bill is passed at a National Assembly plenary session, scheduled for Friday, it would open the way for the construction ...

Politics | 2021-02-25 16:09

Incheon Int'l Airport striving to keep duty free shopping alive amid pandemic

Incheon International Airport Corp. (IIAC), the operator of the country's main gateway, is striving to help duty free shopping at the airport stay alive amid the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic, IIAC President and CEO Kim Kyung-wook said Wednesday.

Airlines | 2021-02-24 17:00

Andaz's Jogakbo relaunches with 3 unique interactive zones

Jogakbo restaurant, located on the second floor of the Andaz Seoul Gangnam, will unveil its new menu on March 1 for its three unique interactive dining zones - Seafood Grill, Meat & Co. and Bites & Wine. Each interactive kitchen offers a menu prepared by specialist chefs with distinctive cooking techniques and styles, inviting diners to view the gourmet ingredients of the day...

Travel & Cuisine | 2021-02-24 15:46

Fairmont hotel brings grandeur of modern Seoul to Yeouido

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts opened the brand's first hotel in Korea - the Fairmont Ambassador Seoul - at the Parc. 1 Complex on Feb. 24 to become a new landmark of Seoul's Yeouido financial district near the Han River. The Fairmont Ambassador Seoul offers an extraordinary setting to host world leaders, business travelers, families and vacationers.

Travel & Cuisine | 2021-02-24 09:17

Should President Moon be 1st in line for COVID-19 vaccine?

President Moon Jae-in has faced calls from the conservative main opposition party to be the first recipient of Korea's administration of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine, as public concerns have deepened due to the government's inconsistent stance on the matter, leading to questions of its safety and efficacy, especially for the elderly.

Politics | 2021-02-22 16:40

Transport ministry faces growing calls to retract plan on 2nd Jeju airport

The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport is facing growing calls to rescind a plan to build a new international airport on the southern resort island of Jeju after opponents of the plan outnumbered supporters in an opinion poll of residents.

Politics | 2021-02-20 09:23

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