Rebecca Ruiz, 07.14.08
Forbes.com
1. Hong Kong International Airport, China
It's no wonder that this airport has taken the top honors for seven
years. It's easy to navigate and equipped with passenger-friendly
amenities like free wireless Internet and a pay-to-use arrival lounge.
Business and leisure travelers can also get to downtown Hong Kong
quickly on an express train service. Other perks include plenty of
shopping, a mix of regional and international eateries and a program
that allows frequent visitors to clear immigration quickly.
2. Singapore Changi, Singapore
Since Skytrax began ranking airports in 1999, Singapore Changi has
placed first twice. The airport was built in 1981, and it has since
added more terminals that cater to both budget and luxury passengers.
The up-to-date services and amenities include an indoor orchid garden, a
rooftop swimming pool, themed television lounges and a free
sight-seeing tour for those who have at least five hours prior to their
connecting flight.
3. Seoul Incheon, South Korea
If the 72-hole golf course at this seven-year-old South Korean airport
is any indication, your experience at Seoul Incheon will be both
relaxing and enjoyable. Passengers can also take advantage of the
on-site hair salon, a children's play room and a business center with
overseas shipping. The airport's Web site even maintains a list of
activities by the number of hours a passenger must wait. If you're
within eight hours of a flight, try using the shower and massage
services.
4. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
This airport has won several accolades since opening in 1998. In
addition to ranking forth in Skytrax's World Airport Awards, it also
ranked first on the company's list of airports with the best immigration
service. While passengers are almost guaranteed a seamless arrival and
departure experience, they can also enjoy free wi-fi, luxury shopping
and reflexology and massage services
5. Munich, Germany
Staff here want you to be "carefree and relaxed," according to the
airport's Web site. To this end, they offer miniature golf, a 60-seat
cinema, and cosmetic and physiotherapy services, among other
cutting-edge amenities. The airport also promotes aviation technology
and history with educational experiences like behind-the-scenes tours
and "kinderterminals," a touchscreen that allows children to learn more
about how an airport works.
3. Seoul Incheon, South Korea
If the 72-hole golf course at this seven-year-old South Korean airport
is any indication, your experience at Seoul Incheon will be both
relaxing and enjoyable. Passengers can also take advantage of the
on-site hair salon, a children's play room and a business center with
overseas shipping. The airport's Web site even maintains a list of
activities by the number of hours a passenger must wait. If you're
within eight hours of a flight, try using the shower and massage
services.
4. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
This airport has won several accolades since opening in 1998. In
addition to ranking forth in Skytrax's World Airport Awards, it also
ranked first on the company's list of airports with the best immigration
service. While passengers are almost guaranteed a seamless arrival and
departure experience, they can also enjoy free wi-fi, luxury shopping
and reflexology and massage services
5. Munich, Germany
Staff here want you to be "carefree and relaxed," according to the
airport's Web site. To this end, they offer miniature golf, a 60-seat
cinema, and cosmetic and physiotherapy services, among other
cutting-edge amenities. The airport also promotes aviation technology
and history with educational experiences like behind-the-scenes tours
and "kinderterminals," a touchscreen that allows children to learn more
about how an airport works.
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