Airline voted one of the top seven global airlines for families
Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain, 7 May 2012:
Gulf Air, the Kingdom of Bahrain's national carrier, has once again been ranked among top seven global airlines as the 'Best Family Friendly Airline' by a reputed US publication- US News Travel.
The latest study of international airlines by the publication found that Gulf Air offers the best family friendly experience for passengers travelling with their kids, especially on long haul journeys. The other airlines in the study are Emirates, British Airways, Lufthansa, Qantas, Virgin Atlantic and Singapore Airlines.
The publication mentions Gulf Air's Sky Nanny service as one of the highlights of its family friendly aspects that not only takes care of kids both on the ground and in the air but also lets parents enjoy a stress-free flight while the nannies look after the younger ones.
In March this year, Gulf Air won the best Family Friendly Airline Award in an online Facebook poll by US-based Kid's First Fund.
Gulf Air Chief Services Officer, Mr. Marcus Bernhardt said, "We are glad to have been recognised once again as one of the top family friendly airlines in the world. This global recognition is a clear demonstration of the success of our 'family friendly' brand that was launched last year. Together with our professionally trained Sky Nannies, we make sure of every little requirement a family needs when travelling with kids and make their journey comfortable, peaceful and enjoyable."
Gulf Air's comprehensive approach to serving families through a wide range of service touch points on the ground and in the air include but are not limited to, dedicated Sky Nannies both on the ground and in the air, separate family Check In, family areas in the lounge with exclusive kids' play area and play kits, assigned seating, in-flight entertainment selection for kids and a stock of baby food, diapers, baby powder, baby lotion, baby wipes, baby bib and cotton bud packs in all flights.
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About Gulf Air
Founded in 1950, Gulf Air is the proud national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain. As a pioneering airline in the Middle East region with over sixty years of experience and expertise in flying people across continents, Gulf Air is today one of the most powerful brands and a name to reckon with in the global aviation industry.
One of the prime objectives of Gulf Air is to connect Bahrain to the Middle East countries and the rest of the world. As such the airline currently operates the largest network in the Middle East with non-stop flights while providing seamless onward connections to other international destinations. The airline's current network stretches from Europe to Asia, connecting 50 cities in 31 countries, with a fleet of 37 aircraft.
In tune with the Kingdom's economic blue print, 'Vision 2030', Gulf Air's strategy is to build an efficient, commercially sustainable and dynamic airline that effectively serves the people and the economy of Bahrain and represents the Kingdom on the world stage. Reflecting the needs and aspirations of its customers, the strategy focuses on three core areas: a targeted, more focused international network; a superior, more consistent product; and a modern, more efficient fleet that will optimize value. Gulf Air's goal reflects a commitment to the latest aviation technology complemented by the hallmark Arabian hospitality for which the airline is well known.
Gulf Air is the official sponsor of the 2012 Formula One Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix.
For more information please visit www.gulfair.com
For media enquiries, please contact:
Katherine Kaczynska
Senior Manager Corporate Communications
Gulf Air Tel: +973 17338416 - +973 36500292
Email: katherine.kaczynska@gulfair.com
© Press Release 2012
