Bangkok is the best leisure city in the Asia Pacific – Business Traveller Asia-Pacific
Despite few travellers actually being able to visit Thailand’s capital, including ‘business travellers, readers of Business Traveller Asia-Pacific have again named Bangkok the ‘Best Leisure City in the Asia-Pacific’. The Big Mango retains the top ranking on the list for the 5th consecutive year. Bangkok also got third place in the ranking of the Best Business city in the Asia. Singapore and Hong Kong beach out the Thai capital in that category.
Not only that. The 2020 ranking is also a record 10th time that Bangkok has won the award since 2008. Each year, Business Traveller Asia-Pacific confers the awards based on votes cast by its readers and subscribers.
Yuthasak Supasorn, Governor of the TAT says that, despite the current travel restrictions, Bangkok was able to win the award again.
“Bangkok remains top-of-mind with Business Traveller Asia-Pacific readers. We look forward to welcoming them back soon.”
The TAT were unable to contain their excitement with this PR fizz as they waxed lyrical…
“Bangkok’s rich diversity remains a major draw, showcased via its unique blend of New World experiences and Old World charms. And it is not just about mouth-watering Thai street food, though that remains a key attraction. the city now boasts multiple Michelin starred restaurants served by a modern transportation infrastructure.”
“This includes a new Blue Line underground train extension to historic Rattanakosin Island, where the grandeur of its amazing past remains on full display.”
Each year Business Traveller Asia-Pacific magazine, which gets around 750,000 readers a month online, confers the awards based on votes cast by its readers and subscribers. This includes frequent travellers who use airports, airlines and hotel services to visit a variety of regional destinations. Between April and June 2020, Business Traveller Asia-Pacific sent out a voting poll to subscribers with the results independently compiled by market research company Business Intelligence.
The Business Traveller brand leads the portfolio of titles belonging to international publishing house Panacea Publishing, which is based in London. Business TravellerAsia-Pacific is one of 13 titles around the world.
Since its first issue in 1982, Business Traveller Asia-Pacific has become a valuable resource for frequent travellers, as well as serving as a platform for their concerns.
Other winners in this year’s awards…
Airlines
Best Airline
- Singapore Airlines
- Cathay Pacific
- Qatar Airways
Best Asia-Pacific Airline
- Singapore Airlines
- Cathay Pacific
- Thai Airways (not bad considering they’ve been grounded since March 2020)
Best Chinese Airline
- Air China
- China Southern
- China Eastern
Best European Airline
- Lufthansa
- British Airways
- Swiss International Air Lines
Best North American Airline
- Delta Air Lines
- American Airlines
- United Airlines
Best Middle-Eastern/African Airline
- Qatar Airways
- Emirates
- Etihad Airways
Best Low Cost Airline
- AirAsia
- Easyjet
- JetStar
Best Airline First Class
- Singapore Airlines
- Emirates
- Cathay Pacific
Best Airline Business Class
- Qatar Airways
- Singapore Airlines
- Emirates
Best Airline Premium Economy Class
- Singapore Airlines
- Cathay Pacific
- Qantas
Best Airline Economy Class
- Singapore Airlines
- Emirates
- Qatar Airways
Best Frequent-Flyer Programme
- Cathay Pacific – Marco Polo Club
- Singapore Airlines – KrisFlyer
- British Airways – Executive Club
Best Airport Lounge
- Cathay Pacific – The Pier First Hong Kong
- Qantas – First Class Sydney
- Singapore Airlines – The Private Room
Best Independent Airport Lounge
- Plaza Premium First Hong Kong
- American Express Centurion Hong Kong
- Plaza Premium Hong Kong T1 Gate 35
Airports
Best Airport in the World
- Singapore Changi Airport
- Hong Kong International Airport
- Dubai International Airport
Best Airport in Asia-Pacific
- Singapore Changi Airport
- Hong Kong International Airport
- Incheon Airport
Best Duty-Free in the World
- Incheon Airport
- Singapore Changi Airport
- Dubai International Airport
Best Business City in Asia
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Bangkok
Best Business City in the World
- Singapore
- London
- Hong Kong
Best Leisure City in Asia-Pacific
- Bangkok
- Singapore
- Tokyo
Hotels
Best Business Hotel Brand in the World
- Grand Hyatt
- Mandarin Oriental
- InterContinental
Best Business Hotel Brand in Asia-Pacific
- Shangri-La
- Grand Hyatt
- Mandarin Oriental
Best Business Hotel Brand in Europe
- Sofitel
- InterContinental
- Hilton Hotels & Resorts
Best Business Hotel Brand in North America
- Marriott Hotels
- Four Seasons
- Hilton Hotels & Resorts
Best Business Hotel Brand in Middle East/Africa
- Jumeirah
- InterContinental
- Hilton Hotels & Resorts
Best Mid-Market Hotel Brand in the World
- Novotel
- Holiday Inn
- Courtyard by Marriott
Best Luxury Hotel Brand in Asia-Pacific
- Four Seasons
- The Ritz-Carlton
- Shangri-La
Best Independent Hotel Brand
- The Fullerton Hotels and Resorts
- Aman Resorts
- Ovolo Hotels
Best Hotel Loyalty Programme
- Marriott Bonvoy
- Hilton Hhonors
- IHG Rewards
Best Business Hotel in the World
- Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
- The Peninsula, Hong Kong
- Raffles Singapore
Best Business Hotel in Asia-Pacific
- Shangri-La, Singapore
- Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
- Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong
Best Airport Hotel in Asia-Pacific
- Crowne Plaza Changi Airport, Singapore
- Regal Airport, Hong Kong
- Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott
Best New Business Hotel in Asia-Pacific
- Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur
- InterContinental Singapore Robertson Quay
- Andaz Singapore
Best Independent Hotel in Asia-Pacific
- The Fullerton Bay Hotel, Singapore
- 137 Pillars Suites Bangkok
- COMO The Treasury, Perth
Best Business Hotel in Bangkok
- Mandarin Oriental
- InterContinental Bangkok
- Grand Hyatt Erawan
Best Business Hotel in Beijing
- Grand Hyatt
- China World Summit Wing, Beijing
- The Peninsula
Best Business Hotel in Chengdu
- Niccolo
- Shangri-La
- Grand Hyatt
Best Business Hotel in Guangzhou
- Shangri-La
- Mandarin Oriental
- The Ritz-Carlton
Best Business Hotel in Hanoi
- Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
- Hilton Hanoi Opera
- InterContinental Hanoi Westlake
Best Business Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
- Park Hyatt Saigon
- InterContinental Asiana Saigon
- Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers
Best Business Hotel in Hong Kong
- Island Shangri-La
- Grand Hyatt
- The Peninsula
Best Business Hotel in Jakarta
- JW Marriott
- Grand Hyatt
- Shangri-La
Best Business Hotel in Kuala Lumpur
- Grand Hyatt
- Mandarin Oriental
- Doubletree by Hilton
Best Business Hotel in Macau
- Grand Hyatt
- The Venetian
- Conrad Macao Cotai Strip
Best Business Hotel in Manila
- Shangri-La at the Fort
- Makati Shangri-La
- The Peninsula
Best Business Hotel in Melbourne
- Grand Hyatt
- InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto
- Park Hyatt
Best Business Hotel in Mumbai
- The Taj Mahal Palace
- The Oberoi
- Four Seasons
Best Business Hotel in New Delhi
- ITC Maurya, A Luxury Collection Hotel
- The Taj Mahal Hotel
- JW Marriott Hotel New Delhi Aerocity
Best Business Hotel in Seoul
- Lotte Hotel
- Grand Hyatt
- InterContinental Grand Seoul Parnas
Best Business Hotel in Shanghai
- Grand Hyatt
- JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai at Tomorrow Square
- Pudong Shangri-La, East Shanghai
Best Business Hotel in Shenzhen
- Futian Shangri-La
- InterContinental
- Grand Hyatt
Best Business Hotel in Singapore
Best Business Hotel in Sydney
- Park Hyatt
- Shangri-La
- InterContinental
Best Business Hotel in Taipei
- Shangri-La’s Far Eastern Plaza Hotel
- Grand Hyatt
- W Taipei
Best Business Hotel in Tokyo
- Grand Hyatt
- Shangri-La
- Conrad
Best Serviced Residence in Asia-Pacific
- Oakwood Premier AMTD Singapore
- Ascott Raffles Place Singapore
- Fraser Suites Sydney
Best Serviced Residence Brand in Asia-Pacific
- Ascott
- Frasers Hospitality Group
- Oakwood
SOURCE: Business Traveller
