BKK Airways among world's top 10

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2011
BKK Airways among world's top 10

Bangkok Airways and Samui Airport is ranked among the world's top 10 in overall category, in SmartTravelAsia.com's 2011 "Best in Travel Poll".

 Branded as Asia's boutique airline, Bangkok Airways is ranked 7th place for "Best Cabin Service" Category. This illustrates the airline's commitment to high quality service provided for all passengers. It is another achievement this year for Bangkok Airways after winning 3rd place for Asia's Best Regional Airlines by SkyTrax for 2011.

 Samui Airport, the only regional airport on the list, has been voted the top ten airports worldwide for the sixth consecutive year obtaining 9th in ranking. The airport serves up to approximately 1.5 million passengers and more than 20,000 flights per year with scheduled services by Bangkok Airways, Thai Airways International, Firefly, Berjaya Air and SilkAir. The airport serves domestic and international direct flights.

 SmartTravelAsia.com 2011 Best in Travel Poll is largely based on hands-on travel experience, word-of-mouth, as well as an idea of the brand drawn from advertising and PR in the media. This poll is an annual survey divided into different categories such as Hotels, Airlines, Airports and Destinations. For more information, please visit www.smarttravelasia.com