Latest news with #IncheonAirport
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
How Jennie's Fashion Choice Made Vibram FiveFingers the Must-Have Shoe of 2025
Okay, let's be real here. If your college roommate showed up wearing shoes that looked like they were designed by someone who had never seen actual human feet before, you'd probably stage an intervention. But when BlackPink's Jennie rocks up to Incheon Airport wearing what can only be described as "athletic socks that went to engineering school," suddenly everyone's like "OMG, where can I get these?" This is the kind of power that makes you wonder if celebrities could convince us that wearing traffic cones as hats is the next big thing. Jennie literally made thousands of people look at shoes that separate each toe - EACH TOE - and think, "Yes, this is what my feet have been waiting for their entire existence." The funniest part? These aren't even new shoes. Vibram FiveFingers have been around since 2006, apparently just waiting for the right moment to traumatize the fashion world. For almost two decades, they've been sitting in sports stores, making hikers and marathon runners look like they're cosplaying as human-duck hybrids. But one airport appearance later, and suddenly they're the hottest thing since sliced bread. It's like that one friend who's been trying to make "fetch" happen for years, and then suddenly it actually happens because the popular kid said it once. Except instead of fetch, it's convincing people that their toes need individual apartments. The Great Toe Liberation Movement of 2025 The speed at which these shoes sold out is honestly terrifying. We're talking about footwear that looks like it was designed by someone who took the phrase "think outside the box" way too literally. Within days, every major retailer in Korea was basically like "Sorry, we're fresh out of foot-gloves." What's hilarious is watching the mental gymnastics people are doing to justify wanting these shoes. "They're actually really good for your posture," they say, as if they weren't perfectly happy with their posture last week. "It's about natural movement," they insist, while probably spending 12 hours a day sitting in front of a computer. The resale market going absolutely bonkers just adds another layer of absurdity. People are paying ₹41,000 for shoes that originally cost ₹12,200, which means someone looked at footwear that resembles surgical gloves and thought, "You know what? This is worth three times the original price because a K-pop star wore them once." It's the same energy as paying premium prices for "vintage" items that were probably just sitting in someone's closet being ignored until they became "retro." Except this time, the vintage item is designed to make your feet look like they belong in a medical textbook. The whole situation is peak 2025 behavior: taking something that was perfectly functional in its original context and turning it into a fashion statement that makes zero sense but somehow works because the right person wore it at the right time.
Korea Herald
6 days ago
- Politics
- Korea Herald
Ex-US diplomat alleging vote fraud in S. Korea barred from meeting Yoon Suk Yeol
A special counsel team looking into detained ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol's alleged insurrection blocked Morse Tan, former US ambassador-at-large for global criminal justice, from visiting Yoon's cell on the outskirts of Seoul on Wednesday. Tan is now embroiled in a controversy here for his claims about election rigging in South Korea and about incumbent liberal President Lee Jae Myung. With the special counsel team's measures effective starting Tuesday, Yoon has been barred from meeting anyone other than family or lawyers. He will remain behind bars until his indictment, assistant special counsel Park Ji-young told reporters Wednesday, indicating that Tan would not be an exception to the measures. Yoon is being detained at Seoul Detention Center in Uiwang, Gyeonggi Province, as he was rearrested last week while the special counsel probe into his Dec. 3, 2024, insurrection is underway. Park's statement was in response to an announcement by Yoon's legal team on Tuesday that Tan would visit the prison and meet Yoon for about 10 minutes Wednesday afternoon, upon Tan's request. Following the special counsel's briefing, Yoon's legal representatives admitted that the planned meeting of Yoon and Tan "fell through." Tan arrived in South Korea on Monday and was greeted by scores of Yoon's sympathizers at Incheon Airport. Tan's visit came at the invitation of the Seoul Metropolitan Government to deliver a speech at a forum on North Korean human rights on Tuesday. As controversy grew, the Seoul city government canceled his speech. He was also scheduled to deliver a special lecture at Seoul National University on Tuesday afternoon, in a session hosted by a far-right group. Seoul National University, however, disallowed the event to take place at a prearranged campus venue. Instead, the organizer moved the event outside near the campus' front gate. Tan, who served as the first Asian American ambassador-at-large in US history and was formerly dean of Liberty University School of Law in Lynchburg, Virginia, has claimed that elections in South Korea, including the recent presidential election in June, were being rigged due to China's influence. "What they could not completely win with bullets, they're using weapons like fake ballots," Tan said at the outdoor event near the Seoul National University campus Tuesday. "President Yoon saw the dangers from the Chinese Communist Party and from North Korea and the dangers of fraudulently stolen elections." Tan also repeated a baseless claim of President Lee Jae Myung having been involved in the sexual assault and murder of a young woman, which prevented him from completing his secondary education. The claim, originally made at a press event in June at the National Press Club in Washington, has been disproven in a South Korean court. In the same press event, Tan alleged that South Korea's National Election Commission attacked people who tried to raise questions about the possibility of election fraud.
Korea Herald
6 days ago
- Politics
- Korea Herald
Ex-US diplomat alleging vote fraud in S. Korea barred from meeting Yoon
A special counsel team looking into detained ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol's alleged insurrection blocked Morse Tan, former US ambassador-at-large for global criminal justice, from visiting Yoon's cell on the outskirts of Seoul on Wednesday. Tan is now embroiled in a controversy here for his claims about election rigging in South Korea and about incumbent liberal President Lee Jae Myung. With the special counsel team's measures effective starting Tuesday, Yoon has been barred from meeting anyone other than his family or lawyers. He will remain barred until his indictment, assistant special counsel Park Ji-young told reporters Wednesday, indicating that Tan would be no exception to the measures. Yoon is currently detained at Seoul Detention Center in Uiwang, Gyeonggi Province, as he was rearrested last week while the special counsel probe into his December 3 insurrection is underway. Park's statement was in response to an announcement by Yoon's legal team on Tuesday that Tan would visit the prison and meet Yoon for about 10 minutes Wednesday afternoon, upon Tan's request. Following the special counsel's briefing, Yoon's legal representatives admitted that the planned meeting of Yoon and Tan "fell through." Tan arrived in South Korea on Monday and was greeted by scores of Yoon's sympathizers at Incheon Airport. Tan's visit came at the invitation of the Seoul Metropolitan Government to deliver a speech at a forum on North Korean human rights on Tuesday. As controversy grew, the Seoul municipal government canceled his speech. He was also scheduled to deliver a special lecture at Seoul National University on Tuesday afternoon, in a session hosted by a far-right group. The Seoul National University, however, disallowed the event to take place at a prearranged campus venue. Instead, the organizer moved the event outside near the campus' front gate. Tan, who served as the first Asian-American ambassador at large in US history and was formerly a dean of Liberty University School of Law, has claimed that elections in South Korea, including the recent presidential election in June, were being rigged due to China's influence. "What they could not completely win with bullets, they're using weapons like fake ballots," Tan said at the outdoor event near the Seoul National University campus Tuesday. "President Yoon saw the dangers from the Chinese Communist Party and from North Korea and the dangers of fraudulently stolen elections." Tan also repeated a baseless claim about the incumbent President Lee being involved in the sexual assault and murder of a young woman, which prevented him from completing his secondary education. The claim, originally made at a press event in June at the National Press Club in Washington, has been disproven by a South Korean court. In the same press event, Tan alleged that South Korea's National Election Commission attacked people who tried to raise questions about the possibility of election fraud.
Korea Herald
12-07-2025
- Korea Herald
Make your stopover in Korea count
New K-Stopover program makes turning a layover into a trip easier. with curated glimpses into Korean culture, history and hospitality. Targeting international travelers with layovers of 24 to 72 hours at Incheon Airport, Korea is offering a 'K-Stopover' program to help them make the most of their time here. The specialized travel program provides curated tour packages covering accommodation, transportation, guided tours and cultural experiences. The initiative is open to those whose layovers in Korea extend between one and three days. 'There's so much to discover even in just 48 hours,' said a representative from Incheon Airport. 'Whether it's exploring Seoul's royal palaces, tasting traditional Korean street food or feeding seagulls off the Incheon coast, 'K-Stopover' offers something memorable for everyone.' The program currently offers nine package options. Explore Korean culture and food in Seoul 'Seoul Exploration: Cultural Highlights and K-Food Experience' package costs $390 per person and spans two days and one night. Participants must book in groups of at least four, with daily departures available. The itinerary includes some of Seoul's most iconic destinations such as former presidential complex Cheong Wa Dae, HiKR Ground, a K-pop and media art experience center, and a live performance known as 'The Painters,' which combines visual art and performance theater. Visitors also get to dive deep into Korean cuisine with the five included meals and picnic at Seoul Botanic Park. Explore beyond Seoul For travelers looking to explore beyond Seoul, the 'Incheon & Seoul Splendor Tour: Highlights & Beyond' package offers a mix of coastal charm and historic exploration for $425 per person. The tour begins in Incheon, where guests board a ferry at Gueup Terminal to Wolmido Island and feed seagulls while enjoying scenic views. The day continues with a walk through Wolmi Park and a guided 'Story Tour' of the city's Open Port Area, which showcases colonial-era architecture and multicultural influences dating back to 1883. Sinpo International Market, a local favorite for Korean-style fried chicken known as dakgangjeong, adds a flavorful finish to the day's schedule. The second day brings visitors to Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul, followed by stops at Insa-dong and Gwangjang Market, famous for its bustling food stalls and traditional wares. Both tours include accommodations at four-star hotels, ground transportation, travel insurance and an English-speaking guide. Hotel options include well-known properties such as Amanti Hotel Seoul and Shilla Stay Samsung, depending on availability and tour selection. Meals are also included, though the exact number varies based on arrival and departure times. The rates are based on double occupancy, so additional charges apply for solo travelers or those extending their stay beyond the program's time frame. Travelers interested in participating can book directly at After paying a deposit, they'll receive a confirmation voucher. Upon arrival in Korea, participants can visit the Stopover Registration Desk located in Terminal 1 (between exits 1 and 2) or Terminal 2 (near exit 3) to finalize their registration and receive further instructions. The program requires passengers to be in transit at Incheon International Airport with a stay in Korea between 24 and 72 hours. Access to a tour is subject to standard immigration clearance. Airport officials say the initiative not only enriches the travel experience but also supports local tourism in Seoul, Incheon and Gyeonggi Province. 'It's a win-win,' said the spokesperson. 'Travelers get a brief yet meaningful look at Korea, and the country gets to showcase its culture to a global audience.'
Daily Mirror
10-07-2025
- Daily Mirror
Luxury airport perfect for long layovers where passengers can visit spa
One very luxurious airport has everything from a spa to a cinema to nap rooms (stock photo) (Image: TanjalaGica via Getty Images) While many of us have to grin and bare threadbare airports during long waits for flights, there are a select few that offer passengers a more luxurious experience. Incheon Airport in Seoul, South Korea, is a traveller's paradise, boasting an array of facilities to keep you relaxed and entertained. Its Spa on Air provides showers, sauna, and even a sleeping room. There's also a cinema, ice skating rink, Korean cultural performances, exhibitions, the K-Culture Museum, rest zones, and nap rooms, all within the airport. Lucy Q, a New York content creator who relocated to London in 2023, found herself with an eight-hour stopover at Incheon and decided to indulge in a spa day. However, Lucy opted not to use the airport's on-site spa and instead headed over to Cimer Spa in the nearby Paradise City complex. She chronicled her lavish experience on YouTube, showing off the spa that's just a free shuttle bus ride away from the airport. Cimer prides itself on blending traditional Korean jjimjilbang culture with contemporary comforts, featuring a variety of pools and even a tornado slide. It's a hit among long-haul layover passengers like Lucy, looking to unwind before their next flight. In her YouTube video, Lucy shared her journey: "From the arrival terminal I took the free Paradise City bus to Paradise City. I went through the hotel and out the other side and you'll reach the spa." Lucy chose to buy the aqua spa ticket, which gave her a access to all pools and saunas over a six-hour period. Adults can grab this ticket for 60,000 KRW (£32.24), or 70,000 KRW (£37.61) during peak season from July 1 to August 31. She detailed the process, saying that once you've paid your entry fee, you're given a wristband for access to a locker and all the aquatic attractions. Lucy commented: "The pool portion of the spa had one main room with a bunch of smaller spa things off it, like this cave pool, the glass infinity pool, different temperature pools with a DJ booth, water slides and so much more." The American expat then highlighted a "massive variety of spa rooms" on offer, including an amethyst room, a salt room, and a light therapy room - where she nodded off for an hour or so. In the locker room, you're handed traditional bath house robes to wear but Lucy suggests choosing a larger size after finding the medium uncomfortably snug. There's even a spot to eat at the spa. While digging into a pizza - the "cheapest thing" available - Lucy observed: "This section is also where they had food. I ordered the cheapest thing on the menu and it was surprisingly really good." Wrapping up her review, she noted: "On the roof they have a foot spa, an infinity pool and these interesting coloured baths. There was also a gender segregated nude sauna where you obviously could not film but there were hot and cold pools and it was really nice alternating between the two." Lucy concluded her travel tale by expressing she "could not have found a better way to spend a layover", detailing that her entire experience, which covered both entry and food, came in at a mere $50, amounting to roughly £36.79.
