Malaysia, 3rd November 2020 – AirAsia won Asia’s Leading Low-Cost Airline for the eighth consecutive year at the prestigious World Travel Awards which commemorates excellence in travel, tourism and hospitality and is a hallmark of travel industry excellence.
AirAsia received the highest votes from travel professionals and industry players from the region, ahead of competitors like Scoot, Nok Air, VietJet Air, Jetstar and Firefly, to win the low-cost carrier awards of Asia’s Leading Low-Cost Airline 2020 and Asia’s Leading Low-Cost Airline Cabin Crew 2020.
Tony Fernandes, CEO of AirAsia Group, was humbled and honoured by receiving the awards, and expressed gratitude to AirAsia’s over 600 million guests for their continued support even during recent difficult times. He also dedicated the award to AirAsia’s Allstars for their committed service.
Suhaila Hassan, AirAsia Group Head of Cabin Crew, stated that the award was a testament to the hard work of AirAsia’s staff in facing a difficult period and continuing to provide excellent service while safeguarding the health and safety of guests.
Graham E Cooke, World Travel Awards Founder, expressed delight that AirAsia’s efforts and innovations in low-cost aviation in Asia were recognised by the industry and the public in receiving the awards.
Tune Hotel KLIA-KLIA2, part of the Ormond Group, was declared Asia’s Airport Hotel 2020 for the second straight year at the World Travel Awards, winning over competitors like South Korea’s Grand Hyatt Incheon and 6-time winner Hong Kong Marriott Airport Hotel.
Gareth Lim, Ormond Group CEO, expressed pride in the team’s efforts despite the difficult year for the hospitality industry. This matches the international accolades of The Chow Kit for design and service as well as the #1 Tripadvisor ranking of Tune Hotel Kota Kinabalu and Danga Bay, also Ormond Group hotels.
To celebrate the award, Tune Hotels KLIA-KLIA2 will be offering a package with promotional rates on rooms and services over the next twelve months, including rooms from as low as RM180 per night, a 20% discount on F&B offerings and space-available upgrades to premium room categories.
