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It turns out that reading your booking details matters

Failed to read booking details & confirmation messages, then blames the tour operator when they fail to board. Staggeringly unprofessional.

Date of experience : February 22, 2024

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My review of Fly High service: To me, it is a first-time experience going through a private travel agent for the purchase of tickets. When I am used to booking a package tour from those commonly known travel agencies, purely acquiring two tickets would entail more problems than I first thought. Thanks to Fly High Travel Agent, especially their experienced and dedicated personnel, Pansi, who made my plan of travelling on plane with my 93 year-old mother come true under her sensible and understanding arrangement of wheelchair space for my mother. It is also a great relief to fly at the appropriate time and dates with Pansi’s cautious and patient work of booking without which I might have to search and consume more energy of my own. I owe a lot of gratitude and pleasure to your company and look forward to your assistance in travelling in the future.🙏🙏

Date of experience : August 08, 2023

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Thank you for choosing Fly High Travel. We're glad we could assist you in making your travel plans a reality. We appreciate your gratitude and look forward to serving you in the future.

My Experience with them was fabolous

My Experience with them was fabolous, i travelled from london to hong kong with them and what a great experience for us with them. Right from the flight onboarding to landing to accomodation i was informed about it

Date of experience : June 24, 2023

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with Fly High Travel! We're glad to have provided you with a fabulous travel experience from London to Hong Kong. Our commitment to keeping our clients informed throughout their journey ensures that they have a seamless and stress-free experience. We look forward to serving you again in the future!

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  • Nurtured from the seed of a single idea ‘to empower the traveller with easy & instant travel bookings providing comprehensive choices’, Fly High Travel is making dents into the online travel space. Fly High Travel started in the year 2020, and it began its journey serving the Hong Kong tourist travel market with best-value products & services such as Visa Services, Flight Ticket booking, Staycations.
  • Emerging from the seed of a single concept, Fly High Travel has emerged as a formidable player in the realm of online travel. With its mission to provide travellers with effortless and instant bookings, along with a plethora of choices, the company has made significant strides in the industry. Commencing its operations in 2020, Fly High Travel swiftly carved its niche by serving the Hong Kong tourist market, delivering exceptional value through a comprehensive range of services such as Visa Services, Flight Ticket bookings, and Staycations.
  • As Fly High Travel ventures into the digital realm, its dedicated team is focused on establishing a strong online presence through its flagship website, www.flyhigh.travel. With an unwavering commitment to prioritizing the needs of consumers, the company strives to build a reputation as a customer-centric brand renowned for its exceptional service. Having commenced its operations in Hong Kong in 2020, Fly High Travel is determined to make its mark in the industry.
  • As the travel industry is going through the digital transformation of tours, packages, high end destinations such as , Madam Tussauds, Disneyland etc. Fly High Travel is responding to that change by providing those services to its customer at click of services.
  • Over the course of recent years, Fly High Travel has established valuable partnerships with renowned brands in the destination, transport, and hospitality industries. These collaborations have not only strengthened our network but have also paved the way for promising business expansion opportunities. As part of our growth strategy, we are preparing to venture into the day tours and packages sector, aiming to enhance our market share in this domain. Additionally, we are excited to enter the ground transport space, where we will provide convenient online booking services for cabs, ferries, and Airport express trains.

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TPG's best airlines for families in 2019

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When you board a plane with a baby, a stroller, a car seat, hungry toddler, lots of gear and maybe even a moody older child or two thrown in for good measure, you have different needs than when flying solo or only with other adults. Seemingly little things — seat assignments, early boarding procedures, seatback entertainment and crowd-pleasing snacks — quickly become essentials.

As a parent, you can control some, but not all of what goes into a trip by air. The difference between an uneventful, smooth flight and one that goes down in family lore as the "worst ever" can sometimes come down to what airline you're on. In other words, who you fly matters.

Though The Points Guy puts out an annual ranking of overall best domestic airlines, we know that a flying family has different priorities from, say, a solo flyer. Here's who we think are the best and worst domestic airlines when it comes to ensuring flights are as family-friendly as possible.

Best airlines for families 2019 rankings

  • JetBlue Airways
  • Southwest Airlines
  • Hawaiian Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • Delta Air Lines
  • United Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • Allegiant Air

Big changes

Flying just past last year's winner, Southwest Airlines, JetBlue claims the No. 1 spot in 2019 by a nose. Southwest again did well in the scoring, but what knocked it from this year's top slot was ultimately the inability to book trips far in advance. Southwest has always kept its booking calendar closer in than some traditional carriers, but the schedule has been held even closer in than ultra low-cost competitors this year, making it harder to plan family vacations well in advance.

Hawaiian and Alaska Airlines moved ahead of Delta this year, jumping up to the third and fourth spots, respectively. Both of these airlines had consistent scoring across almost all of our family-friendly metrics. If Alaska had built-in entertainment or either one had more robust domestic route networks, those airlines could make a real play for the top spot.

Best airlines for families

When it comes to seat size, seat comfort, built-in free entertainment, the famous unlimited free snack basket, free Wi-Fi, the ability for families to pool miles together at no charge and an easy-to-use frequent-flyer program, JetBlue nudges past the other U.S. airlines to the top of the pack. If JetBlue serves the route you need to fly, it should get serious consideration, as the airline simply is best in class when it comes to making it easy for families to fly.

TPG wishlist: What we'd love from JetBlue in the future, in addition to an expanded route network, is an improved on-time flight record so families can trust they will get where they need to without delay.

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With free bags, a set family boarding time after Group A for those with kids 6 and under, no-fuss attitude, no blackout dates, an extensive route network ( that now includes Hawaii ) and the ever-popular Companion Pass , Southwest continues to be an excellent choice for families traveling the U.S. — and even slightly beyond.

However, the airline was hurt in the award-availability category this year, largely because we couldn't book trips more than about six months in advance, the closest-in scheduling of any of the major U.S. airlines.

TPG wishlist: We very much want to see the Southwest booking window extend further out to make it easier to plan family vacations during peak travel times.

Thanks in part to the postcard-perfect island weather, Hawaiian Airlines shines with the best average on-time performance in the U.S. The airline also excels at above-average seat size, likelihood you can sit with your family without paying extra and family-friendly early boarding. (Plus, those with its cobranded credit card can share miles at no charge.)

Hawaiian does have the smallest route network of the bunch, but when you need to head to Hawaii from a city served by Hawaiian, it's a great choice for the whole family .

TPG wishlist: Hawaiian Airlines should try to fly into additional U.S. cities or perhaps strike up more partnerships to make it easier for families to connect onto the airline on one ticket.

All but tied with Hawaiian, Alaska is also a great airline for families looking for a good inflight experience. Tops when it comes to complimentary available seat assignments, it also has above-average seat sizes, family-friendly early boarding and kid-friendly snacks.

The airline loses marks for zero built-in complimentary entertainment, the inability to open a child's frequent-flyer account online and a somewhat limited route network that de-emphasizes non-West Coast destinations.

TPG wishlist: We'd love to see Alaska Airline go all-in on making its frequent-flyer program as family-friendly as possible with online child sign-up, free mileage pooling and the end of mileage expiration dates.

Delta Air Lines was TPG's best domestic airline of the year and came in best of the Big Three in this family-focused report, too. Delta is good at almost everything when it comes to family air travel: Its miles don't expire, on-time stats are solid, route network is extensive, most of its planes have seatback entertainment, the free Biscoff cookies are amazing and standard economy seat size and the availability of free seat assignments come in better than many competitors.

However, the airline charges higher-than-average bag and cancellation fees, award availability prices for travel during family vacation periods can sting and getting advance seat assignments together as a family, while easier than on United and American, isn't as guaranteed as it is on some other airlines.

TPG wishlist: Delta needs to tighten up its complimentary seat-assignment rules to favor families, lighten up on the ancillary fees and rein in some award redemption prices on key dates for families to become even more family-friendly.

At the No. 6 spot, United Airlines is strong when it comes to a comprehensive route network, family-friendly early boarding, included kid-friendly snacks (such as pretzels and stroopwafels), kid-friendly snack boxes for purchase, miles that no longer expire and built-in entertainment on some aircraft.

The airline is more middle-of-the-pack when it comes to complimentary seat assignments, economy seat size and award pricing. However, United doesn't find itself at the bottom of any rankings and remains an OK option for families, holding the same position in this study two years running.

TPG wishlist: From United, we'd love for it to become easier for families to get advance complimentary seat assignments together. We are also crossing fingers that the move to dynamic award pricing won't spell too much trouble for families looking to use miles to travel during school breaks.

After sixth place, the scores drop off dramatically. Sitting at seventh place out of 10, American has work to do if it wants to more consistently meet the needs of traveling families. Though its route network is robust, it lags behind with expiring miles, pricey award redemptions during school breaks, limited complimentary advance seat assignments and sagging on-time arrivals. The airline is actively removing seatback entertainment and has one of the least consistent early boarding procedures for families in the industry.

TPG wishlist: If it wants to become a better option for families, we'd love to see American reverse course on walking away from seatback entertainment, immediately improve its early boarding procedures for young families and make it easier for families to trust they will receive advance seat assignments together.

The good news for Frontier? It scores higher than the other budget carriers. Frontier isn't a full-service airline, but its effort to become more family-friendly while maintaining it's a la carte fee structure is working. You can pool miles if you have the cobranded credit card or Frontier elite status, it has the ongoing Kids Fly Free promotion and base fares are low enough that you probably can budget in needed extras.

The bad news? It still ranks lower than almost everyone other than the budget carriers. The airline takes hits for expensive bag fees, small seats and lack of free snacks, built-in entertainment and complimentary advance seat assignments.

TPG wishlist: Frontier is a good airline for families comfortable with its pricing model, but it needs to improve its on-time arrivals — it's currently the tardiest airline of the bunch.

This ultra low-cost airline is what it is. It doesn't trumpet itself as meeting the special needs of families beyond being a cost-effective way for everyone to fly . Along those lines, Spirit came in first when it came to affordable awards, and that's without factoring in the discount for those with the Spirit credit card, which sometimes drops award flights as low as 1,250 miles each direction .

Just don't sit on those miles — they expire after 90 days without activity. Also plan to be self-sufficient on Spirit flights, since you aren't going to get anything in the way of entertainment, food or complimentary advance seat assignments.

TPG wishlist: Spirit should steal a page from the Frontier Airlines playbook with more family-friendly mileage rules and maybe even a way for families to guarantee seats together without paying extra.

At the bottom of the pack is Allegiant. The airline doesn't have a frequent-flyer program available unless you sign up for a cobranded credit card, and it lacks available entertainment, kid-friendly snacks or meals, complimentary advance seat assignments, set early boarding for families or a good record of on-time arrivals.

What it does have is a unique route network with some fun nonstop options and middle-of-the-pack seat size, so at least you aren't as squished as you are on other airlines.

TPG wishlist: Allegiant has a lot of work to do all around.

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What matters the most to flying families

These were the factors TPG considered most important for traveling families.

Complimentary advance seat assignments

Families need to sit together more than almost anyone else on the plane. Southwest's unique open-seating approach may be confusing to newbies, but it works pretty well for families -- at least when the kids are 6 years or under. (Here's how to get the best seats on Southwest .) Though they don't follow Southwest's model, JetBlue, Hawaiian and Alaska allow complimentary seat assignments and don't block off the bulk of their cabins for elite customers. United and American, on the other hand, are among the worst offenders when it comes to premium-seat blocking even when many of those seats don't offer additional legroom.

Many airlines have computer programs running in the background to assign seats together for at least one parent and young children, but it isn't a perfect science and doesn't solve the issue of parents feeling pressured to spend more to ensure they can sit with their children.

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Because families need to know they can sit with their children without scrambling or onboard bargaining, we weighted seat assignment above the other categories. It's something that affects all families — as well as the passengers seated around them.

On-time arrivals

Hawaiian has the luxury of great weather at many of its stations, but Delta, Spirit and United round out the airlines that are the best at promptly getting you and your kids where you want to be.

JetBlue and Frontier, on the other hand, have room for improvement in this category. Pack extra diapers and emergency bottles when you fly these carriers.

Early boarding for families

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When you are traveling with a car seat, slow-walking toddler or a stroller, you want to get on board before everyone else so you can get set up without slowing down the entire plane. Alaska, Delta, Hawaiian and United excel at getting young families situated early, often just after those with disabilities and active-duty military.

At the bottom of the list are American Airlines and Allegiant, which don't set aside time specifically for families with young kids to board. American gives gate agent discretion to let families that ask board early, but in practice, not all gate agents are even aware of this rule, and many don't use it anyway. Getting young families on first is a way to make the traveling experience easier without a big expense to the airline and is something that should be table stakes for airlines that want to meet the needs of families.

If you don't have children, you might think seat size isn't a huge issue for tiny humans, but most kids go through a phase where they require large car seats that mean that their legs can become virtually trapped if the person in front reclines. Bottom line, everyone appreciates an extra inch here and there, so JetBlue sits at the top of this category with the largest economy seats. American, Frontier, United and Spirit all have some economy seats in their respective fleets that are ... really small.

Entertainment

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It's easy enough to bring a loaded tablet on the plane for yourself, but doing that for a whole family is harder, especially if you don't travel frequently enough to justify the cost of tablets for all. JetBlue has fleetwide free seatback entertainment and Wi-Fi. No other carrier comes close to claiming that, so it's the clear winner in keeping kids happy.

At the bottom of this list are the ultra low-cost carriers, Allegiant, Spirit and Frontier, none of whom offer anything in the way of free or paid onboard entertainment for kids (or adults).

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These days, no airline has included kid meals for domestic flights in the U.S., so we looked at who serves complimentary kid-friendly snacks or sells kid-friendly snack boxes or the like. JetBlue again takes the cake (er, packaged chocolate chip cookies and Cheez-Its), since it offers complimentary snack baskets from which you can take whatever you like. Hawaiian Airlines actually ties JetBlue with its free assortment of snacks and kid-friendly snack boxes for sale. Southwest Airlines also did well in this category — and thanks for putting lids on those complimentary beverages for kids!

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The ultra low-cost carriers don't have any complimentary snacks for kids or adults, so either plan ahead or bring a credit card to buy some Pringles and juice on board those planes.

Route network

The more domestic routes an airline offers, the easier it is to get your family from Point A to Point B without getting everyone on and off the plane, dealing with connections and greatly increasing your chance of related delays and problems. Southwest has more than 1,000 domestic routes, making it the clear winner. Delta was the next closest, with some 700 domestic routes. At the bottom of the pack was Hawaiian, with fewer than three dozen domestic routes.

Mileage-program rules

Some frequent-flyer program make it easy to pause your status when welcoming a baby to the family, pool miles to book an award faster and ensure that your whole family's miles never expire. Others don't.

JetBlue is the only domestic frequent-flyer program that checks all of those boxes. On the other end of the spectrum, Allegiant doesn't offer a traditional frequent-flyer program at all, instead forcing you to sign up for the Allegiant World Mastercard to earn or redeem loyalty points.

There are dozens of airlines around the world that allow for family pooling of miles , and we'd love to see that functionality expand to more U.S. programs.

Award availability

Family-friendly frequent-flyer program rules are one thing, but making well-priced awards available when families want to travel is another. To sleuth out the winner in this department, we compared three sets of departure and return dates across a variety of routes to see if the dates were bookable, and then compared the award prices based on TPG's latest valuations .

Spirit Airlines topped the chart by making well-priced awards available for all but the furthest-out dates in our test. Frontier and JetBlue also did well in this category. American and Allegiant came in at the bottom, with Allegiant not really offering loyalty-program award flights at all and American's awards being prohibitively expensive.

Additional fees

Kids get sick at the last minute, sports games get scheduled and family plans change. The best airlines for families are ones that understand life and don't charge huge fees when it happens. Southwest Airlines doesn't charge change fees, rebooking fees, cancellation fees or even bag fees (for the first two checked bags), making it tops in this category. You won't pay hefty bag and cancellation fees on Southwest -- the average charge for those services across all passengers is just 31 cents per person, well below any other domestic airline.

Though the low base fares may make up for it, Spirit came in last in this category, charging an average of more than $26 per person in additional bag and cancellation fees. For a family, that adds up. Be sure and brush up on your built-in travel insurance if you're booking on a carrier known for big last-minute change or cancellation fees. You'll also want to learn how to avoid checked bag fees across most of the U.S. airlines.

Customer service

Happy passengers file fewer complaints, and the Department of Transportation does take notice. We factored in how many times each carrier's flyers said they had an experience with an airline that was worth filing a report over, and took that as a general guideline of how satisfied, or not, customers were as a whole. Southwest, with its loyal fan base, unsurprisingly came out on the top of the heap in this category. Also not a surprise? The budget carriers, Frontier, Spirit and Allegiant, had the most customer complaints filed over a year. Notably, American barely did better than the "best" low-cost carrier in this category, Allegiant.

Unaccompanied minors

Allegiant and Frontier Airlines don't accept unaccompanied minors on board their flights, so they rank at the bottom of this part of the list. On the other end, when your child needs to fly by themselves to camp, grandparents or wherever, Southwest and Alaska get top marks for offering unaccompanied-minor services and charging just $50 per child. (Hawaiian lost points for charging per segment, not per trip.) Uniquely, with Alaska, if your child has Alaska elite status, there is actually no charge for the unaccompanied-minor services .

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Methodology

We weighed each factor separately before combining all our figures for an overall score, counting some categories, like seat assignment, more than others. Some factors in the list will matter to certain families more than others, depending on where a family is in the family life cycle from newborn to teenager, but we felt that because such emphases are phase-based, it was fairest to most categories equal weight.

Our report factors in data from federal government statistics, the airlines' own published policies and procedures and TPG's team of experienced travelers, among other sources.

The full list of factors and weighting is as follows:

  • Complimentary seat assignments: Are complimentary advance seat assignments readily available?
  • On-time arrivals: Percentage of arrivals and departures that were not more than 15 minutes late.
  • Early boarding procedures: How early can families with small children board?
  • Seat comfort/size: What size are basic economy seats across the mainline fleet, and would a car seat realistically fit in those dimensions?
  • Available entertainment: Does the airline offer complimentary or purchasable seatback entertainment, Wi-Fi or streaming?
  • Kid meals and snacks: Are there complimentary snacks kids generally enjoy, or child-friendly snack boxes for sale?
  • Route network: Cities and routes served in the U.S.
  • Mileage program rules: Can families pause elite status, do airline miles expire and how easy is it to share or pool points?
  • Award availability: Are awards available for booking at set advance booking periods, and for how many miles across a shared set of routes?
  • Additional fees: How much did airlines charge on average for bags and flight changes?
  • Unaccompanied minors: Does the airline serve unaccompanied minors, and what are the fees for that service?

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  • The best and worst U.S. airports
  • The best hotel loyalty programs in the world
  • The best airline elite status programs in the U.S.
  • The best airline miles credit cards
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At Fly High Travel Viet Nam, we aim to provide an unforgettable travel experience to our customers. With years of experience in the travel industry, we are dedicated to crafting custom-made tours for those who want to explore the heart and soul of Vietnam. Our special inbound tours will take you to hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path destinations, where you can fully experience the local culture and traditions. Let us turn your dream vacation into a reality!

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AMMAN – Royal Jordanian has launched its innovative and dynamic corporate program Fly High in line with its five-year turnaround plan, which aims, among others, to become the preferred airline in the Levant by offering bespoke products and delivering a consistent customer experience.

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The Skytrax 2023 World Airline Awards winners have been announced, so whether you’re planning a leisurely getaway or business trip, choose among these winners for an airline that excels in delivering unforgettable journeys. (Left: Image by shawnanggg . Right: Image by @qatarairways .)

The Skytrax 2023 World Airline Awards have come and gone, and they’ve got everyone talking! The 2023 edition of the awards have recognised airlines from all corners of the globe, and they’ve left no stone unturned in finding the cream of the crop. So, let’s take a peek at some of the highlights.

The aviation consultancy performed independent self-funded customer surveys between September 2022 and May 2023 across more than 325 airlines worldwide to produce this year’s ranking.

Top of the pops

Top of the pops

Taking home the prestigious title of ‘World’s Best Airline’ is none other than the legendary Singapore Airlines. Known for its impeccable service and luxurious onboard experience, Singapore Airlines has consistently wowed passengers and industry experts alike. From their plush seats to delectable cuisine, flying with Singapore Airlines is an experience you won’t forget.

But let’s not forget about the other stars of the show! Qatar Airways, with its world-class lounges and state-of-the-art aircraft, snatched the second spot, closely followed by ANA All Nippon Airways in third place. These airlines have truly set the bar high when it comes to delivering a top-notch flying experience. Qatar Airways also won the World’s Best Business Class award at the esteemed 2023 World Airline Awards for the 10th time.

Best for your budget

Best for your budget

Now, let’s talk about the ‘Best Low-Cost Airline’ and ‘Best Low-Cost Airline in Asia’ categories, because who doesn’t love a good budget-friendly option?

This year, the crown goes to AirAsia, the Malaysian low-cost carrier known for its affordable fares and extensive route network. AirAsia has been transforming the way we travel on a budget, making dream destinations accessible to all.

Meanwhile, Singapore’s Scoot took the top title of the ‘World’s Best Long Haul Low-Cost Airline’ while Volotea was named the ‘Best Low-Cost Airline in Europe’.

Here is a list of Skytrax’s World’s Top 20 Airlines of 2023

  • Singapore Airlines
  • Qatar Airways
  • ANA All Nippon Airways
  • Japan Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • Cathay Pacific
  • Hainan Airlines
  • Swiss Int’l Air Lines
  • Etihad Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • British Airways
  • Air New Zealand
  • Delta Air Lines

The full list of the World’s Top 100 Airlines in 2023 and the World’s Best Low-Cost Airlines 2023 announced in the World Airline Awards can be found here and here .

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December 5, 2022

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These Business Traveler U.S. Award winners provided exceptional service for flyers this year. Find out which airlines’ business, first and premium economy cabins earned top marks, and whose cuisine and wine programs satisfied in the sky. Plus, the winners for Best Private Fleet , Best Airline Alliance and more.

Delta Air Lines

Eight business traveler u.s. awards.

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Delta Air Lines dominated its North American competitors by receiving eight Business Traveler awards this year. The Atlanta-based carrier continues to lead the way in a post-pandemic era that has drastically reshaped how people travel. Read more about why the airline won eight awards this year , including Best Airline for Domestic Travel and Best Frequent Flyer Program .

Virgin Atlantic

Best premium economy in the world.

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Virgin Atlantic cabin / Photo: Courtesy of Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic’s new planes are packed with unique design touches and an emphasis on comfort. The product improves the passenger experience with spacious seats, better ergonomics and the airline’s irreverent personality. Flashy amenity kits, pre-departure glasses of champagne, and improved catering make this section of the plane attractive. The airline offers premium leather seats with 38″ of pitch, 18.5″ of width, and a 13″ touch screen with more than 1,000 hours of entertainment, as highlighted in their glossy in-flight magazine, Vera . Meals are crafted by celebrity chefs and served on china with glass and silverware. On the ground, Virgin offers a more expedited check-in process. Flying Premium Economy on factory-fresh Airbus A350 and A330neo aircraft should be a treat.

United Airlines

Best north american airline premium economy.

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Since its introduction in mid 2019, United’s Premium Plus cabin has rapidly grown in popularity. Upgraded perks begin on the ground, allowing passengers to check in with two free bags. Onboard, spacious seats feature 19″ of width and 38″ of pitch, adjustable leg rests, footrests, a power outlet, USB charger, and a 13″ touch screen. United offers noise-canceling headphones on long-haul journeys, a set of Saks Fifth Avenue bedding, and an amenity kit with Sunday Riley skincare products. An improved meal and beverage selection includes a hot main course, dessert and plate of fruit. On some trans-continental routes, complimentary alcoholic beverages are included. Following an inaugural year filled with weak reviews, United has made major improvements in the category.

Singapore Airlines

Five business traveler u.s. awards.

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The pioneer of First Class travel has done it again. Find out why Singapore Airlines clinched five awards this year , including Best Business Class in the World and Best First Class in the World .

Turkish Airlines

Best transatlantic airline.

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Being the biggest airline in the world in terms of international destinations served while keeping standards high is no easy task. However, Turkish Airlines continues to raise the bar with its impeccable short-, medium- and long-haul network. With a fleet of 324 planes averaging seven years of age, the airline reaches almost every corner of the globe, offering a consistent service with a product that is hard to beat. Young Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners and Airbus A350-900s are deployed on routes from the Americas, offering transatlantic passengers a timely and quality-oriented experience, enabling them to continue their journey after a quick stop at the stunning Istanbul Airport.

Best Budget Airline Best Food and Beverage on Domestic Business Class

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How many carriers can be named the best budget airline yet serve the best business class meal on its flights? JetBlue can. This friendly yet tenacious budget-oriented airline rapidly evolved from flying between secondary airports in an all-economy class setting to competing in the domestic business class market through its Mint product. The airline continuously updates its in-flight menu with the assistance of fine dining restaurants like New York-based Legacy Records, which recently crafted a special NYC-oriented menu for the airline’s premium passengers, featuring unique in-flight dishes such as flat-iron steaks. Now flying overseas to London and potentially merging with Spirit, JetBlue has an interesting road ahead.

Etihad Airways

Best airline for sustainability.

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Abu Dhabi’s flag carrier, Etihad Airways, plans to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. According to the airline, for any emissions they produce, the same amount will be removed from the atmosphere. The airline has removed more than 40 single-use plastic items from Business Class and 100 in Economy, saving 17 tons of landfill waste annually. The airline’s new Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners and Airbus A350-1000s will be part of the Etihad Greenliner program, trialing new technologies that tackle key sustainability issues in aviation with the greenest airplanes available to date.

Best Airline Alliance

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Winning the hearts of fast-paced, high-spending business travelers is part of what Oneworld strives to do every day. The alliance’s numerous perks, including its three tiers of status—Emerald, Sapphire and Ruby—continue to set it apart from competitors, which offer only two tiers and fewer benefits for customers. Even though Oneworld is the smallest airline alliance, the easy-to-reach Ruby status, along with the perks customers receive when attaining it, makes it a favorite. With American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific and Qantas as the alliance’s leading carriers, Oneworld customers enjoy ample coverage through its members’ destination network.

Best Private Fleet

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Private Maltese jet-for-hire company VistaJet boasts a fleet of Bombardier jets, ranging from the smaller Challenger 305 to the world-class, ultra-long-range Global 7500, capable of flying from New York to Shanghai on one tank. The luxurious private jet company—an official supplier to the Ferrari Formula 1 team—has grown from a small Zurich-based firm to one of the world’s premier fleets. The company’s revolutionary business plan is based upon a multiyear subscription program that allows customers to enjoy guaranteed availability on any route and any aircraft within VistaJet’s fleet. With the range its planes provide, VistaJet easily links customers and their destinations.

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Fly High -- RJ’s reinvented program for corporate travel

Amman, Jan. 10, 2022 -- Royal Jordanian has launched its innovative and dynamic corporate program Fly High in line with its five-year turnaround plan, which aims, among others, to become the preferred airline in the Levant by offering bespoke products and delivering a consistent customer experience.

The Fly High program targets different corporate sizes: large-, medium- and small-sized enterprises, corporate travel agents, non-profitable organizations and family businesses, both in Jordan and abroad. It is reworked to offer simple, efficient and budget-friendly deals to fit different business travel requirements.

RJ’s Chief Commercial Officer Karime Makhlouf said: “Stemming from RJ’s plan for the next five years to be a customer champion, we are now working on launching innovative solutions and enhanced digital services, among which the newly launched Fly High. With this program, the companies and their corporate travel agents will receive a substantial cost-friendly and budget saving service for high-volume travel, without any commitment.”

Fly High, he added, has two programs: Tiara, which is designed to offer fare discounts to companies that already have organized travel programs and travel budgets, while also being able to keep their preferred travel management company, and Lionize, which offers benefits such as extra luggage, flexibility in changing the ticket booking date, more flexible ticket refund policy, and many more. Furthermore, Corporate Card holders can use the lounges and business-class check-in counters around the world.

Karime Makhlouf also shed light on the airline’s commercial plan to introduce new products and incentive packages for key customer segments to strengthen Jordan’s home market and enhance the airline’s key role as the national carrier of Jordan.

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Royal Jordanian Airlines Launches New Routes between Amman and Stockholm

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Amman, Nov. 6, 2022: Royal Jordanian signed an agreement with IATA to join a large number of airlines that are now using the IATA Environmental Assessment Program (IEnvA). This sustainability program will be a key tool for RJ to achieve sustainability in all air and ground operations. Globally, (IEnvA) is used by airlines, aircraft maintenance services, on-board catering services and ground handlers to enhance environmental sustainability.

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Hotel Colline de France in Brazil Crowned Best in the World; Shore Hotel in California Named Best in the US

NEEDHAM, Mass. , April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Tripadvisor, the world's largest travel guidance platform, unveiled the elite group of winners of its annual Travelers' Choice Best of the Best Hotels Awards, celebrating this year's highest rated hotels in the world based on Tripadvisor reviews. Leading the pack, achieving the No. 1 Top Hotel in the World designation, is Brazil's Hotel Colline de France , a boutique hotel renowned for its personalized service and French elegance in the middle of the mountain town of Gramado.

Tripadvisor's Best of the Best hotels are among the top one percent of the 1.6 million hotel listings on Tripadvisor. For three consecutive years, the 34-suite Hotel Colline de France has been ranked in the top five, boasting more than 4,000 5-star bubble reviews.

On the heels of the 2024 Travelers' Choice Awards Best Destinations and Best Beaches, announced in January and February respectively, the 2024 Travelers' Choice Best of the Best Hotel Awards are part of Tripadvisor's larger Travelers' Choice Award umbrella, shining a light on travelers' favorite experiences around the world. This year, pet-friendly, sustainable, and wellness hotels are the newest subcategory introductions.

"Our Best of the Best Hotels are marvels, acclaimed by thousands of travelers for their remarkable service, stunning design, and wealth of amenities that redefine what it means to have an exceptional hotel experience," said Dan Mitchell , vice president & general manager hotels, Tripadvisor.

The No. 1 hotel in the US is the Shore Hotel. The thoughtfully designed, eco-friendly boutique hotel is located in the heart of Santa Monica, Calif. , offering ocean views and walkability to the world-famous Santa Monica Pier. With over 6,000 reviews, guests say they appreciate the hotel's contemporary feel, premium amenities and personalized attention they received from the staff.

The Travelers' Choice Best of the Best Awards are determined based on the quality and quantity of traveler reviews and ratings specific to each subcategory posted on Tripadvisor over the 12-month period from January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023 .

Top Hotels in the World "According to our Tripadvisor reviewers – each of the world's best hotels caters to the traveler looking for accessible luxury and unique, tailored experiences," said Dan Mitchell , vice president & general manager hotels, Tripadvisor.

Hotel Colline de France - Gramado, Brazil

OBLU SELECT Lobigili  - Malé, Maldives

La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa  - Hoi An , Vietnam

Adiwana Suweta  - Bali, Indonesia

Iberostar Grand Packard - La Habana, Cuba

Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa  - Fasmendhoo Island, Maldives

La Siesta Classic Ma May  - Hanoi, Vietnam

Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya  - Akumal, Mexico

Padma Resort Ubud  - Bali, Indonesia

Sofitel Mexico City Reforma  - Mexico City, Mexico

See the world's top 25 Best of the Best Hotels here .

Top Hotels in the US From boutiques to super luxe, travelers celebrate diverse hotel offerings across the US.

Shore Hotel - Santa Monica, Calif.

Luma Hotel Times Square  - New York City , N.Y.

FivePine Lodge & Spa  - Sisters, Ore.

The Bryant Park Hotel  - New York City , N.Y.

Hotel Emma  (also No. 1 Luxury hotel in the US) - San Antonio, Texas

The Loutrel  - Charleston, S.C.

Lotte Hotel Seattle - Seattle, Wash.

Four Seasons Hotel Chicago  - Chicago, IL

Ironworks Hotel Indy  -  Indianapolis, Ind.

San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter on the Riverwalk  - San Antonio, Texas

See the top 25 Best of the Best Hotels in the US here .

New Hotel Award Categories for 2024 Tripadvisor introduced three new award subcategories for 2024, including best pet-friendly, sustainable, and wellness hotels, reflecting consumer demand and recent travel trends.

Pet-Friendly: Our four-legged friends deserve top-notch accommodations, too! Tripadvisor is proud to launch the new hotel subcategory in partnership with CESAR® Canine Cuisine, part of the Mars, Incorporated family of brands, that's helping to make the world a more dog-friendly place.  The top pet-friendly hotel in the world is Hotel Fioreze Quero Quero in Brazil , which boasts over 2 acres of open space for you and your furry best friend to explore.

The No. 1 pet-friendly hotel in the US is the Hyatt Centric Las Olas Fort Lauderdale which allows pets on every floor and in the outdoor garden sitting area, so they too can bask in the Florida sunshine.

"We believe that the best life is shared between dogs and pet parents, so we are excited to help unlock more experiences of togetherness between people and their pets,." said Jean-Paul Jansen , senior vice president of marketing, Mars Petcare North America . "This new pet-friendly category is such a great way to spotlight more destinations where dogs and pet parents are welcomed together on their travel adventures."

See the world's top 25 Best of the Best Pet-Friendly Hotels here .

Sustainable: While hotels across the globe are making collective efforts to become more sustainable, hotels dedicated to reducing their environmental footprint in unexpected ways are capturing traveler attention. In the category of sustainable hotels on Tripadvisor, Buahan a Banyan Tree Escape in Bali garnered the most traveler excitement, ensuring its place as the No. 1 sustainable hotel in the world. Guests are astounded by the luxury jungle resort's "no walls, no doors" design, breathtaking views, sustainably grown food and exceptional service.

See the world's top 15 Best of the Best Sustainable Hotels here .

Wellness: With increased awareness around self-care and well-being, consumers are seeking more balance in their lives. Finding a hotel that meets this need is a great way to recharge whether you are traveling or staying local.

The Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa tops the list of the best wellness hotels in the world. This all-inclusive sanctuary with a vibrant atmosphere is characterized by themed nights and cultural immersion. Deemed an "oasis of bliss," the resort offers a full spa, gym and sports center, diving center, water center, and more.

See the world's top 15 Best of the Best Wellness Hotels here .

Best of the Rest In addition to this year's new award categories, Tripadvisor's annual Best of the Best Hotel awards also highlight the top family-friendly, all-inclusive, B&Bs & Inns, small & boutique and luxury hotels around the world. For a full list of this year's winners visit  tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Hotels .

Methodology   The 2024 Travelers' Choice Best of the Best Hotel Awards are determined based on the quality and quantity of traveler reviews and ratings posted on Tripadvisor over the 12-month period between January 1 and December 31, 2023 , as well as an additional editorial process.

Tripadvisor is proud to serve a broad and diverse community of travelers from all over the world. As such, Tripadvisor reserves the right to determine the eligibility of any property, business, destination or point of interest listed on Tripadvisor for an award based on additional factors that reflect Tripadvisor corporate policies and values. For more details on Tripadvisor's awards policy, see here .

Sustainable Methodology Tripadvisor partnered with sustainability management company BeCause to collate data detailing hotels that had been certified by at least one of a number of Global Sustainable Tourism Council and Travalyst approved organizations between January 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023 . Tripadvisor defined 70 sustainability terms and phrases such as "environmentally friendly", "refillable", "eco-tourism", and "waste reduction" and identified relevant reviews from the 12 month period. After ranking the hotels, Tripadvisor used digital listening tool Brandwatch to analyze approximately 23,954 Tripadvisor English-language reviews between January and December 2023 for certified hotels that not only mentioned sustainability, but also had a Tripadvisor bubble rating of 4 above. This allowed the identification of destinations in order of rank, starting with the destination with the highest percentage (%) of reviews discussing sustainability amongst all reviews of that destination. Please see the full methodology here .

About Tripadvisor, Inc.

The Tripadvisor Group operates as a family of brands that connects people to experiences worth sharing, and aims to be the world's most trusted source for travel and experiences. We leverage our brands, technology, and capabilities to connect our global audience with partners through rich content, travel guidance, and two-sided marketplaces for experiences, accommodations, restaurants and other travel categories.  The subsidiaries of Tripadvisor, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRIP), own and operate a portfolio of travel media brands and businesses, including Tripadvisor, Viator, and TheFork.

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Phil has been a national park visitor for almost 50 years, camping and hiking in units of the National Park System from coast to coast including Hawaii and the Caribbean.

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Christy Karsten

Christy Karsten is an airline pilot who loves to travel and explore the globe. When she’s not exploring the world on a jet, she’s adventuring the road less traveled, shopping, and enjoying local foods. She has been to five continents; with each trip, her bucket list continues to overflow while her list of destinations continues to expand. At her home in Southern California, she spends her time working out, hiking, and researching her next global journey. Depending on the day, this wife and mother is either an international airline pilot or a travel-hungry globetrotter.

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Full list of British Travel Awards 2023 winners including Jet2, P&O Cruises and Wetherspoons

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Ready, Jet set, go…for 11 golds to Jet2 and Jet2holidays at the prestigious 2023 British Travel Awards (BTAs).

The Leeds-based sister firms took off with the biggest haul of prizes at the glittering gala night in Battersea Evolution, London, including Best Large Travel Company for Summer Sun Holidays, Winter Sun Holidays, Family Holidays and Luxury Holidays plus Best Airline for Short-haul Flights and Best Airline for Economy Class Travel.

A record 1.56 million public votes were cast for the nation’s benchmark travel industry accolades as UK travelling consumers had their say in 76 award categories covering their 2023 leisure travel experiences and services.

Newmarket Holidays also triumphed, taking home an impressive eight golds in categories such as Best Travel Company for Escorted Group Holiday; Best Touring Holidays and Best for Safari Holidays plus for holidays to destinations including Central/Northern Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa and Canada and USA.

Solmar Villas was next with a sterling seven golds including Best Medium Travel Company for Summer Sun, Winter Sun, Family, Villa and Tailor-Made Holidays.

On the water, P&O took Best Cruise Line for Family Holidays, Hurtigruten won Best Cruise Line for Expedition Voyages, Viking won Best Cruise Line for River Cruise Holidays and Cunard won Best Cruise Line for Ultra-Luxurious Holiday.

Brittany Ferries won Best Medium Travel Company to Western Europe, P&O Ferries took Best Operator for Short Sea/ Mini Cruises,

It’s no secret Brits love a cheeky drink at an airport bar ahead of a stupid o’clock holiday flight and now it’s official - Spoons is our bar venue of choice.

The BTAs had two new categories for 2023 and Wetherspoons claimed Best Airport Retailer for Food and Beverage, while Boots are taking off with Best Airport Retailer for Consumer Goods,

Also in the aviation world, London's Heathrow was voted Best Large UK Airport for Leisure Travel, with East Midlands winning in the medium category.

Best Airline for Low-Cost Flights was easyjet, with Emirates taking Best Airline for Long Haul Flights and Best Airline for Business Class Travel. For the 13th year running APH (Airport Parking & Hotels) won Best Company for Airport Parking.

On the roads, Avis reclaimed the gold for Best Company for Car Hire, Shearings picked up three golds for Best Large Company for Coach Holidays, Best Large Travel Company for Touring Holidays, and Best Large Company for UK Coach/Touring Holidays.

In the medium company category Leger Holidays held on to Best for Coach Holidays and also won Best for Special Interest Holidays. Brightwater Holidays won Best Travel Company for Coach Holidays in the small company category.

In other gold categories, Travelzoo won Best Travel website for Travel Deals; Hays Travel won three Golds for Best National Travel Retailer, Best Agency for Cruise Holidays and Best Retailer of Forex/Travel Money and in a surprise twist, nominated for their first ever British Travel Awards, Lapland Specialist tour operator Santa Claus Trips was voted Best Small Travel Company for Family Holidays and Best Small Travel Company to Central/Northern Europe.

BTA director of events and partnerships Lorraine Barnes Burton said: “This year was a record in the 15-year history of the British Travel Awards with more than one and a half million votes.

“My sincere thanks go to the readers who took the trouble to vote and ultimately it is you, the travelling public, who decide the winners by voting for the travel companies you consider the best in the business.

“When you see the British Travel Awards winner logos on brochures, websites and social media posts you can be sure you are travelling with tried and tested travel companies - as voted for by you, the all-important travelling public.”

Since 2008 the British Travel Awards has been polling public opinion on leisure travel companies and the award accreditations are determined solely by the number of public votes cast after security software has flagged for investigation any spurious or suspect voting activity.

The 2023 voting period ran between June 19 and October 1 and 420,453 voters cast 1,561,370 votes.

All BTA voters were entered in a draw for a bumper travel prize jackpot worth around £47,700, with cruises, villa holidays, ferry crossings, holiday vouchers, Europe trips, airport hotels and parking, staycations and more to be won.

*Reach plc, with more than 130 national and regional news brands across both print and online including the Mirror website, is the official media partner of the 2023 BTAs.

*A full list winners also with silver and bronze awards is at britishtravelawards.com

The 2023 British Travel Awards gold winners

  • Best Small Travel Company to Hellenic Europe - Abercrombie & Kent
  • Best Small Travel Company to the Far East/Central Asia - Abercrombie & Kent
  • Best Small Travel Company for Arts & Culture Holidays - ACE Cultural Tours
  • Best Small Travel Company to the Indian Ocean - Affordable Luxury Travel
  • Best Small Travel Company to Southern Asia - Affordable Luxury Travel
  • Best Small Travel Company for All - Inclusive Holidays - Affordable Luxury Travel
  • Best Small Travel Company to the U.S.A. - American Sky
  • Best Company for Airport Parking - APH (Airport Parking & Hotels)
  • Best Small Travel Company to Iberia/Macaronesia - Archipelago Choice Ltd
  • Best Company for Holiday Car Hire - Avis
  • Best Medium Travel Company to the Caribbean/Central America - Blue Bay Travel
  • Best Medium Travel Company to Southeast Asia - Blue Bay Travel
  • Best Medium Travel Company for All - Inclusive Holidays - Blue Bay Travel
  • Best Small Company for UK Family Holidays - Bluestone Wales
  • Best Small Travel Company to Italy/Western Med. Islands - Bookings For You
  • Best Airport Retailer for Consumer Goods - Boots
  • Best Small Travel Company for Coach Holidays - Brightwater Holidays
  • Best Medium Travel Company to Western Europe - Brittany Ferries
  • Best Small Travel Company for Luxury Holidays - Ciconia Exclusive Journeys
  • Best Large Travel Company for Ski/Winter Sports Holidays - Crystal Ski Holidays
  • Best Cruise Line for Ultra - Luxury Holidays - Cunard
  • Best Small Travel Company to East/Southeast Europe - Cyprus Paradise
  • Best Medium UK Airport for Leisure Travel - East Midlands
  • Best Airline for Low Cost Flights - EasyJet
  • Best Airline for Long - haul Flights - Emirates
  • Best Airline for Business Class Travel - Emirates
  • Best Large Travel Company to the Middle East/North Africa - Emirates Holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company to the Indian Ocean - Emirates Holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company to Western Europe - Eurostar
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Adventure Holidays - Exodus Travels
  • Best Small Company for UK Coach/Touring Holidays - Family Outings North East
  • Best Small Travel Company for Activity/Sports Holidays - GolfKings
  • Best Small Travel Company for Sports Tours Holidays - GolfKings
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Rail Holidays - Great Rail Journeys
  • Best Small Travel Company to Sub - Saharan Africa - Hayes & Jarvis
  • Best Small Travel Company to Australasia/Oceania - Hayes & Jarvis
  • Best Small Travel Company for Special Occasions Holidays - Hayes & Jarvis
  • Best Small Travel Company for Safari Holidays - Hayes & Jarvis
  • Best National Travel Retailer - Hays Travel
  • Best Travel Agency for Cruise Holidays - Hays Travel
  • Best Retailer for Forex/Travel Money - Hays Travel
  • Best Small Company for UK Short Breaks - Holiday Extras
  • Best Hotel Brand for Midscale Accommodation - Holiday Inn
  • Best Cruise Line for Expedition Voyages - Hurtigruten
  • Best Large Travel Company for Special Interest Holidays - Inghams
  • Best Large Travel Company for Activity/Sports Holidays - Inghams
  • Best Medium Travel Company to Hellenic Europe - Ionian & Aegean Island Holidays
  • Best Small Travel Company for Villa Holidays - Ionian & Aegean Island Holidays
  • Best Small Travel Company for Weddings & Honeymoons - Ionian Weddings
  • Best Airline for Short - haul Flights - Jet2.com
  • Best Airline for Economy Class Travel - Jet2.com
  • Best Large Travel Company to East/Southeast Europe - Jet2.com/Jet2holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company to Iberia/Macaronesia - Jet2.com/Jet2holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company to Italy/Western Med. Islands - Jet2.com/Jet2holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company to Hellenic Europe - Jet2.com/Jet2holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company for Summer Sun Holidays - Jet2.com/Jet2holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company for Winter Sun Holidays - Jet2.com/Jet2holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company for Family Holidays - Jet2.com/Jet2holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company for Luxury Holidays - Jet2.com/Jet2holidays
  • Best Travel Website for Flight Booking - Jet2.com/Jet2holidays
  • Best Small Travel Company to South America - Journey Latin America
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Singles Holidays - Just You
  • Best Medium Travel Company to the Indian Ocean - Kuoni
  • Best Medium Travel Company to Australasia/Oceania - Kuoni
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Luxury Holidays - Kuoni
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Weddings & Honeymoons - Kuoni
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Special Occasions Holidays - Kuoni
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Coach Holidays - Leger
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Special Interest Holidays - Leger
  • Best Large UK Airport for Leisure Travel - London Heathrow
  • Best Small Company for UK Holiday Home Rentals - Luxury Coastal
  • Best Small Travel Company to the Caribbean/Central America - Luxury Worldwide Collection
  • Best Medium Company for UK Family Holidays - Lyons Holiday Parks
  • Best Medium Company for UK Parks & Lodges Holidays - Lyons Holiday Parks
  • Best Small Travel Company to Southeast Asia - Mabuhay Travel
  • Best Small Travel Company to Canada - My Canada Trips
  • Best Small Travel Company for Tailor - Made Holidays - My Canada Trips
  • Best Small Travel Company for Touring Holidays - My Canada Trips
  • Best Medium Company for UK Coach/Touring Holidays - National Holidays
  • Best Medium Company for UK Holiday Home Rentals - National Trust Holidays
  • Best Small Travel Company for Wildlife & Nature Holidays - Naturetrek
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Activity/Sports Holidays - Neilson Active Holidays
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Ski/Winter Sports Holidays - Neilson Active Holidays
  • Best Medium Travel Company to Central/Northern Europe - Newmarket Holidays
  • Best Medium Travel Company to Italy/Western Med. Islands - Newmarket Holidays
  • Best Medium Travel Company to Sub - Saharan Africa - Newmarket Holidays
  • Best Medium Travel Company to Canada - Newmarket Holidays
  • Best Medium Travel Company to the U.S.A. - Newmarket Holidays
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Escorted Group Holidays - Newmarket Holidays
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Touring Holidays - Newmarket Holidays
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Safari Holidays - Newmarket Holidays
  • Best Small Company for UK Parks & Lodges Holidays - North Lakes Lodges
  • Best Small Travel Company to Western Europe - Osprey Holidays
  • Best Cruise Line for Family Holidays - P&O Cruises
  • Best Cruise Line for No - fly Cruise Holidays - P&O Cruises
  • Best Operator for Short Sea/Mini Cruises - P&O Ferries
  • Best Large Company for UK Family Holidays - Parkdean Resorts
  • Best Large Company for UK Parks & Lodges Holidays - Parkdean Resorts
  • Best Large Company for UK Short Breaks - Parkdean Resorts
  • Best Hotel Brand for Tourist Accommodation - Premier Inn
  • Best Hotel Brand for Upscale Accommodation - Radisson
  • Best Hotel Brand for Luxury Accommodation - Radisson Blu
  • Best Small Travel Company to the Middle East/North Africa - Red Sea Holidays
  • Best Large Travel Company to Sub - Saharan Africa - Riviera Travel
  • Best Large Travel Company for Arts & Culture Holidays - Riviera Travel
  • Best Large Travel Company for Singles Holidays - Saga
  • Best Large Travel Company for Escorted Group Holidays - Saga
  • Best Large Travel Company for Rail Holidays - Saga
  • Best Large Travel Company for Special Occasions Holidays - Saga
  • Best Cruise Line for Luxury Holidays - Saga
  • Best Hotel Brand for All - Inclusive Resorts - Sandals & Beaches Resorts
  • Best Small Travel Company to Central/Northern Europe - Santa Claus Trips
  • Best Small Travel Company for Family Holidays - Santa Claus Trips
  • Best Large Travel Company for Touring Holidays - Shearings
  • Best Large Travel Company for Coach Holidays - Shearings
  • Best Large Company for UK Coach/Touring Holidays - Shearings
  • Best Cruise Line for Ultra - Small/Boutique Holidays - Silversea
  • Best Small Travel Company for Ski/Winter Sports Holidays - Ski Safari
  • Best Travel Website for Price Comparison - Skyscanner
  • Best Medium Travel Company to East/Southeast Europe - Solmar Villas
  • Best Medium Travel Company to Iberia/Macaronesia - Solmar Villas
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Summer Sun Holidays - Solmar Villas
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Winter Sun Holidays - Solmar Villas
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Family Holidays - Solmar Villas
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Villa Holidays - Solmar Villas
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Tailor - Made Holidays - Solmar Villas
  • Best Small Travel Company for Singles Holidays - Solos Holidays
  • Best Company for Travel Insurance - Staysure Travel Insurance
  • Best Online/Call Centre Travel Retailer - Stewart Travel
  • Best Large Company for UK Holiday Home Rentals - Sykes Holiday Cottages
  • Best Small UK Airport for Leisure Travel - Teesside International Airport
  • Best Small Travel Company for Adventure Holidays - The Bucket List Company
  • Best Small Travel Company for Rail Holidays - The Railway Touring Company
  • Best Medium Travel Company to South America - Titan Travel
  • Best Medium Travel Company to Southern Asia - Titan Travel
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Wildlife & Nature Holidays - Titan Travel
  • Best Large Travel Company to Central/Northern Europe - Trailfinders
  • Best Large Travel Company to Southeast Asia - Trailfinders
  • Best Large Travel Company to Australasia/Oceania - Trailfinders
  • Best Large Travel Company for Tailor - Made Holidays - Trailfinders
  • Best Large Travel Company for Safari Holidays - Trailfinders
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Sports Tours Holidays - Travel Center
  • Best Small Travel Company for Escorted Group Holidays - Travel Department
  • Best Small Travel Company for Special Interest Holidays - Travel Editions
  • Best Travel Website for Accommodation Booking - Travel Republic
  • Best Medium Travel Company to the Middle East/North Africa - Travel Talk Tours
  • Best Medium Travel Company for Arts & Culture Holidays - Travel Talk Tours
  • Best Large Travel Company to Canada - Travelbag
  • Best Large Travel Company to Southern Asia - Travelbag
  • Best Travel Website for Travel Deals - Travelzoo
  • Best Large Travel Company for All-Inclusive Holidays - TUI
  • Best Large Travel Company for Weddings & Honeymoons - TUI
  • Best Medium Company for UK Short Breaks - ukBreakaways
  • Best Cruise Line for River Cruise Holidays - Viking
  • Best Large Travel Company to the U.S.A. - Virgin Holidays
  • Best Medium Travel Company to the Far East/Central Asia - Wendy Wu Tours
  • Best Airport Retailer for Food & Beverages - Wetherspoons
  • Best Ferry Operator for Routes from/to UK Ports - Wightlink

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  14. Fly High

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  17. TripAdvisor Recognizes Flyers' Favorite Airlines In The ...

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  20. The Business Traveler U.S. Award Winners 2022: Airlines and Cabins

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  23. The Best Of Travel Awards

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