(TAN): Bangkok has been named the ‘Best Leisure City in the Asia-Pacific’ by the readers of Business Traveller Asia-Pacific. This is the fifth year in a row that the city has won this title, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) said in a statement.
This also marks a record 10th time Bangkok has won this award since 2008. Each year, Business Traveller Asia-Pacific confers the awards based on votes cast by its readers and subscribers.
TAT Governor Yuthasak Supasorn said, “We are touched that even with the current travel restrictions, Bangkok remains top-of-mind with Business Traveller Asia-Pacific readers. We look forward to welcoming them back soon.”
[ALSO READ: IHCL to open two new hotels in Kolkata, one in Patna]
Bangkok’s rich diversity remains a major draw, showcased via its unique blend of the new and the old. And it is not just about mouth-watering Thai street food, though that remains a key attraction, the city now boasts multiple Michelin starred restaurants served by a modern transportation infrastructure.
Between April and June 2020, Business Traveller Asia-Pacific sent out a voting poll to subscribers with the results independently compiled by market research company Business Intelligence.
