The South Korean-born Tottenham Hotspur player talks to Tatler about travel essentials—and a recent trip back home with his teammates
The Tottenham Hotspur player is fronting a new campaign for luxury luggage brand Tumi. Here, he reveals his travel must-haves, what he listens to on long flights—and shares memories of a recent trip back home to South Korea with his teammates.
What are your best packing tips?
Son Heung-min: I tend to pack light because I move around a lot and don’t like to be weighed down with lots of stuff. I keep it simple and only take what I need—usually my [football] kit and some lounge clothes.
I like to keep things organised in my case too, so Tumi packing cubes and shoe bags make it much easier to find things when having I have to pack and unpack so often.
What does your “airport outfit” look like?
SHM: I like simple and comfortable clothes. When traveling long distances, comfort is paramount, but sometimes I want to wear something interesting. In instances like these, I go for colourful pieces and accessories, and complement them with sunglasses and hats.
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What’s your travel skincare routine?
SHM: My skincare routine is simple. When I’m on a plane, [the air] can be very dry, so I always pack a moisturiser. Also, sunscreen is always a must when so much of my life is spent outside on a pitch.
Which artists do you often listen to on long journeys?
SHM: I like everything regardless of genre: K-pop, hip-hop or and R&B. Still, the artists that always make my playlist include BTS, Justin Bieber, The Weeknd, Ed Sheeran, Harry Styles and Post Malone. I think I choose the music according to the weather and my mood.
