Lisa Niver is a JUDGE for the 2023 Business Traveler Awards USA

DEC 1, 2023 UPDATE: CLICK HERE for the 2023 Business Traveler Award Winners!

I am grateful to the Business Traveler Awards USA team for the privilege of serving as a judge in this year’s evaluation of the finest in the business travel sector. Navigating through the diverse categories, including airlines, airports, cruises, and hotels, has provided a comprehensive view of the industry’s multifaceted excellence.

Witnessing the remarkable innovations and exceptional standards set by nominees in each category has been truly inspiring. From the cutting-edge services offered by airlines to the seamless operations at airports, the luxurious experiences aboard cruises, and the exceptional hospitality provided by hotels, it’s evident that these sectors are pushing the boundaries of excellence. I am honored to have played a part in recognizing and celebrating the outstanding contributions within these distinct realms of the business travel industry.

My sincere thanks to the Business Traveler Awards team for including me as a judge for this opportunity. I look forward to being in Miami for the unveiling of the winners on Nov 30, 2023 who continue to elevate the standards of travel excellence in each category.

SEE ALL THE FINALISTS BELOW and results will be announced in the Business Traveler December/January double issue.

Airlines & Cabins

North America

Best Airline:
Delta Air Lines
JetBlue
United Airlines

Best Business Class:
American Airlines Flagship Business
Delta One
United Polaris

Best Premium Economy:
American Airlines
Delta Air Lines
United Airlines

Best Frequent Flyer Program:
American Airlines AAdvantage
Delta SkyMiles
United MileagePlus

Best Airline App:
American Airlines
Delta Air Lines
United Airlines

Best In-Flight Food and Beverage:
Alaska Airlines
Delta Air Lines
JetBlue

Best Private Jet Company North America:
Flexjet
NetJets
VistaJet

World

Best Airline:
Emirates
Qatar Airways
Singapore Airlines

Best First Class:
Air France
Emirates
Singapore Airlines

Best Business Class:
ANA Business Class
Qatar Airways Qsuite
Singapore Airlines Business Class

Best Premium Economy:
Emirates
Qantas
Virgin Atlantic

Best In-Flight Food and Beverage:
Emirates
Singapore Airlines
Turkish Airlines

Best Airline Alliance:
Oneworld
SkyTeam
Star Alliance

Airports

North America

Best Airline Lounge:
American Airlines – DCA
Delta Sky Club – LAX
United Polaris Lounge – SFO

Best Independent Lounge:
Centurion Lounge – JFK
Chase Sapphire Lounge – BOS
Private Suite – LAX

Best Airport:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

Best Private Terminal:
Banyan Air Service – Ft. Lauderdale Executive Airport (Florida)
Business Jet Center – Dallas Love Field (Texas)
McKinney Air Center – McKinney National Airport (Texas)

World

Best Airline Lounge:
Qatar Airways – Al Mourjan Business Lounge, Doha
Emirates – Business Class Lounge, Dubai
Cathay Pacific – The Pier Business Lounge, Hong Kong

Best Independent Lounge:
Centurion Lounge – Hong Kong
IGA Lounge – Istanbul
Plaza Premium – London Heathrow T2

Best Airport:
Doha Hamad International Airport
Singapore Changi
Tokyo Haneda

Cruises

Best Luxury Cruise Line:
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Viking
Virgin Voyages

Best Boutique Cruise Line:
AmaWaterways
Ponant
Windstar

Automobiles

Best Car Rental Company:
Avis
Hertz
Sixt

Best Car Service:
Blacklane
Carey International
Empire CLS

Hotels & Properties

Best Business Hotel Brand in North America:
Hilton
Hyatt
Marriott

Best International Business Hotel Brand:
Four Seasons
Kempinski Hotels
Mandarin Oriental

Best Hotel Loyalty Program:
Hilton
IHG
Marriott

Best Golf Resort:
The American Club (Wisconsin)
Bandon Dunes (Oregon)
Gleneagles (Scotland)

Best Wellness Resort:
JOALI Being (Maldives)
Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda (Italy)
Six Senses Crans Montana (Switzerland)

Best Hotel Brand for Conventions:
Hyatt
Marriott
MGM Resorts International

Best Brand for Extended Stays:
Hyatt House
Residence Inn
Staybridge Suites/IHG

Best Coworking Brand:
COhatch
Soho Works
WeWork

Best Private Club Brand:
The Ned
Neuehouse
Soho House

Best Overall Global Sustainability Initiative:
1 Hotels
Accor
Rosewood

Credit Cards & Luggage

Best Credit Card Rewards Program:
American Express Membership Rewards
Capital One Rewards
Chase Ultimate Rewards

Best Overall Credit Card:
American Express Platinum
Capital One Venture X
Chase Sapphire Preferred

Best Luggage Brand:
Away
Rimowa
Tumi

Destinations

Best U.S. Meeting Destination:
Chicago
Las Vegas
Orlando

Best International Meeting Destination:
Dubai
London
Singapore

Best Restaurant Group:
Dinex Group
Lettuce Entertain You
Nobu Restaurants

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