Global Traveler, the only monthly magazine for business and leisure luxury travelers, announces the winners of its fifth annual Leisure Lifestyle Awards. The winners were feted at a cocktail reception May 18, 2017, on the rooftop of Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills.
Global Traveler’s readers, elite Globility Board and the highly experienced magazine staff made nominations in each category. Global Traveler’s Globility Board consists of well-traveled subscribers who act as a direct link between the magazine and our readers.
From these nominations, Global Traveler’s esteemed Advisory Board selected the final winners. The Advisory Board is comprised of well-traveled executives across a broad range of industries.
The awards were announced in Global Traveler’s fifth annual Leisure Lifestyle Edition, available now. The issue also includes a cruise line update, a look at pilgrimage tourism, an article on honeymoon trends and a Caribbean island overview.
For the fourth year, Global Traveler named Special Achievement Awards. For its flexible check-in and check-out times, personalized pillowcases and unique amenities, The Peninsula Beverly Hills was recognized for Outstanding Customized Service. Alaska Airlines’ sustainable biofuel flight earned it the Outstanding Environmental Initiatives recognition. The Outstanding Innovations honor went to United Airlines for its unprecedented Polaris business class. National Geographic Expeditions received the Outstanding Social Awareness accolade for its conservation and sustainability efforts in the destinations they visit.
A complete list of winners is as follows:
Best Historical Attractions
Spain
Best Adventure Destination
Thailand
Best Beaches
Cayman Islands
Best Caribbean Island
U.S. Virgin Islands
Best Island in Europe
Santorini
Best Island Pacific Rim
Cook Islands
Best Small-Ship Cruise Line
Paul Gauguin Cruises
Best Large-Ship Cruise Line
Cunard Line
Best Cruise Line Entertainment
Royal Caribbean International
Best Cruise Line Dining
Azamara Club Cruises
Best Luxury Cruise Line
Silversea Cruises
Best Adventure Cruise Line
UN-Cruises
Best Family Cruise Line
Royal Caribbean International
Best River Cruise Line
AmaWaterways
Best Cruise Line Suites
Crystal Cruises Penthouses
Best Cruise Ship Excursions
Princess Cruises
Best Cruise Line Rewards Program
Crown & Anchor Society, Royal Caribbean International
Favorite Cruise Ship
ms Koningsdam, Holland America Line
Best Luxury Leisure Hotel Group in the World
Meliá Hotels International
Best Hotel Chain Resorts
Westin Hotels & Resorts
Best Pet-Friendly Hotel
Kimpton Hotels & Resorts
Best Family Resort Chain in the World
Westin Hotels & Resorts
Best Leisure Airline
Hawaiian Airlines
Best Premium-Economy Class
Lufthansa
Best Pet-Friendly Airline
United Airlines
Best Luxury Vehicle
Mercedes-Benz
Favorite Luxury Fashion Brand
Ralph Lauren
Favorite Luxury Watch Brand
TAG Heuer
Favorite Luxury Jewelry Brand
David Yurman
Favorite Athleisure Brand
Fabletics
Outstanding Customized Services
The Peninsula Beverly Hills
Outstanding Environmental Initiatives
Alaska Airlines
Outstanding Innovations
United Airlines
Outstanding Social Awareness
National Geographic Expeditions
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About Global Traveler
Global Traveler, the only AAM-audited U.S.-based magazine for the international business traveler, is a business travel and lifestyle publication with an AAM-audited paid circulation of 111,000+.
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