Vacationers headed to South Korea can now make use of a lounge that is not solely new however a first-of-its-kind choice.
Incheon Worldwide Airport (ICN) in Seoul simply reduce the ribbon on the first-ever Oneworld Alliance branded lounge.
Now open to first, enterprise and high-level elite standing members of the worldwide alliance, the Oneworld Lounge is in Incheon’s Terminal 1 and simply had its grand opening over the weekend.
The lounge spans almost 6,000 sq. ft. It is inside quick strolling distance of all gates utilized by the seven Oneworld airways that fly out and in of Incheon, together with American Airways.
It is a main step ahead for Oneworld, which, in contrast to its world alliance rivals, didn’t beforehand function its personal branded lounge; the Star Alliance, for one, just lately opened a brand new, 14,000 square-foot lounge inside Terminal 1 at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) final fall.
“We’re extremely proud to be opening the very first Oneworld branded lounge expertise for our member airways’ prospects,” the alliance’s vp for buyer expertise, supply and membership Gerhard Girkinger mentioned in an announcement saying the information.
The place is the brand new Oneworld lounge in Seoul?
You may discover the Oneworld Lounge in Terminal 1 at Incheon, close to Gate 28 on the fourth ground of the terminal.
The lounge is located 10 minutes or much less from all Oneworld gates, in line with the alliance.
Who can use the Oneworld lounge in Seoul?
The Oneworld Lounge is open to enterprise class and top notch flyers touring aboard Oneworld carriers at Incheon.
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Seven Oneworld airways at present serve the airport: American, Cathay Pacific, Finnair, Malaysian Airways, Qantas, Qatar and Sri Lankan Airways.
Even in case you’re not flying in one of many premium cabins, you possibly can nonetheless use the lounge in case you’re a Oneworld Emerald or Sapphire elite standing member.
For members of American’s AAdvantage loyalty program, that interprets to Platinum standing and above.
Nevertheless, be aware that an Admirals Membership membership (paid or earned by way of bank card) is not going to assure you entry to this lounge — until you’ve got the requisite Oneworld standing or a primary or business-class ticket.
The lounge is open from 7:30 a.m. to 11:45 p.m. every day, apart from Mondays and Saturdays, when it opens earlier, at 4:30 a.m.
Design options
The Oneworld Lounge has seating for as much as 148 prospects, that includes a mixture of high-top tables and chairs for enjoyable.
Described by the alliance as a “vibrant and calming house,” design options provide a “delicate nod” to South Korean tradition.
Pictures present how the lounge permits numerous pure gentle (ultimate for planespotting), complementing the navy and brilliant crimson furnishings, glass artwork and orange lanterns.
The alliance touts distinct “zones” within the lounge. Every encompasses a completely different aesthetic, permitting prospects to take a seat in an space that most closely fits their temper and wishes.
You may discover a full bar, eating choices and personal bathe services.
Backside line
The opening of the Oneworld Lounge in Seoul is critical for a few causes. First, it is the worldwide alliance’s first branded lounge. Plus, it is a main step ahead for Oneworld flyers at Incheon hoping for lounge entry. Solely vacationers on a small handful of Oneworld carriers at Incheon beforehand had entry (by way of some non-alliance partnerships).
It stays to be seen if and the place future Oneworld Lounges would possibly pop up sooner or later.
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