(MENAFN- The Peninsula) Qatar Airways (QA) won four honours, including the Readers' Choice award in Saveur magazine's annual Culinary Travel Awards.
The awards, one of the industry's premier recognition events, represent the world's best cities, markets, restaurants, bars, hotels, airlines, and other experiences.
QA collected four honours in three categories: Readers' Choice: Airport Lounge for QA at London Heathrow Airport; Notable Airport Lounge for QA Premium Terminal, Doha International Airport; Notable In-Flight Beverages; and Notable In-Flight Dining (First & Business Class)
"At QA, we are always seeking new ways to exceed expectations and provide unforgettable passenger experiences on board our aircraft, in our Premium Lounges around the world, and at our home base in Hamad International Airport," said QA Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker. "It is an honour to be recognised for the work we do, providing our customers with an unmatched level of luxury and comfort while they travel."
Both of QA's Premium Lounges were recognised in the Best Airport Lounge category, including the former Premium Terminal at old Doha International Airport. The lounge at London Heathrow is one of the most highly regarded in the world. It features a gourmet restaurant with an open theatre-style kitchen, a delicatessen with organic and international lighter fare, luxurious private showers, and a business centre with WiFi, PCs, and printers.
The airline's new premium traveller lounge was unveiled in August at Hamad International Airport and is garnering widespread praise. Named Al Mourjan Business Lounge, it occupies a space the size of 10 Olympic-sized pools and can accommodate up to 1,000 people.
"We never compromise on quality and Al Mourjan Business Lounge is proof of this," said Al Baker. "From the many dining options, through workstations, family spaces, games rooms, and private quiet rooms, we have set a new standard for luxury and comfort in an airport lounge."
QA was also recognized for its service in the sky. Besides offering fully lie-flat seats with built-in back massagers in its Premium Class, and over 1,000 forms of entertainment through 17-inch personal touch-screen TVs, the airline provides one of the best dining experiences at 30,000 feet. The First and Business Class menus are designed by an all-star roster of celebrity chefs from around the world. "QA has always been committed to combining cutting-edge aviation technology with services and amenities that harken back to the golden age of luxury travel," said Al Baker. "We are grateful to the readers and editors of Saveur for recognising all the work we do to make flying with us a five-star experience."
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