Plaza Premium Lounge Celebrates winning the “World’s Best Independent Airport Lounge” by Skytrax - 8 years in a row

Plaza Premium Lounge Celebrates winning the

“World’s Best Independent Airport Lounge” at World Airline Awards by Skytrax for the Eighth year in a row

• Plaza Premium Lounge has won the title of "World's Best Independent Airport Lounge" from 2016 to 2024

• Plaza Premium Lounge Rome strikes gold again, following its triumph from last year

• Plaza Premium Lounge in Dubai International Airport ranked 5th in the category

Plaza Premium Lounge, the world's first independent airport lounge brand and the largest global independent lounge network under Plaza Premium Group, was awarded the "World's Best Independent Airport Lounge" at the prestigious World Airline Awards 2024 by Skytrax today in London. 

This was the eighth consecutive time that the company received this title since 2016. Plaza Premium Lounge Rome at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) at T3 Departures topped the list again, building on its triumph in 2023, while Plaza Premium Lounge in Dubai International Airport ranked 5th.

Travellers can savour a fine selection of food and

beverages while relaxing at the lounge in Rome

The lounge in Dubai offers experiences tailored to all kindsof travelers, including leisure, business, and
families

Mr. Song Hoi See, Founder and CEO of Plaza Premium Group said: "Receiving this prestigious award for eight consecutive years is an absolute honour. Twenty-six years ago, we introduced the world's first
independent airport lounge concept, and we have come a long way. Today, we operate in 80 international airports across 30 countries, with over 250 locations, and have expanded beyond just offering lounge service to providing a comprehensive 360-degree airport experience. Travel continues to change whether in the context of travel patterns, airport innovations, and passenger behaviour. We believe travel should be a pleasure and so whatever the journey, we aim to anticipate and evolve our offerings to build with the present and future passengers in mind.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Skytrax for this recognition, and also to our airport partners, business partners, as well as industry friends around the world who have supported us throughout the years. Of course, we owe everything to our teams for their unwavering commitment in providing excellent service to travelers every day. This award is a testament to their hard work and passion. ”

Edward Plaisted, CEO of Skytrax said: "We congratulate Plaza Premium Lounge on being named the
World's Best Independent Airport Lounge operator, and to win this for the eighth consecutive year is a
fabulous achievement. The highest ranked Plaza Premium Lounge in 2024 is at Rome Fiumicino Airport and as the world’s best known lounge provider - Plaza Premium Group management and entire team should be very proud of this very high recognition from customers."

PPG continues to build on its legacy of excellence and to expand its footprint while prioritising
sustainability, digitalisation, and people. The company continues to evolve and create value for travelers, holding true to its core mission of “making travel better”.

The "Proudly Local" experience was recently introduced at Plaza Premium Lounge in six inaugural locations, including the award-winning Rome lounge and the Dubai lounge, which is also one of the 

Top-
5 in the award category, as part of the "Your Destination Before Departure" campaign. The other locations include Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Nagoya, and Adelaide.

Song explained: “Travelers these days are increasingly driven by experiences, and we recognise the need to evolve along with them. With that in mind, Plaza Premium Lounge is now more than just a lounge; it transforms into an airport destination where passengers can eat, drink, work, and refresh before their flights, while immersed in the culture of that particular airport location.

Our wish is for travelers to find inspiration and establish deeper connections with a city through its food, art, and people. It demonstrates the 'culture' element of our brand promises, alongside comfort,
convenience, love, care, and value, we believe good hospitality will contribute to making the airport
journey a better part of flying.”

Mövenpick Hotel and Convention Centre KLIA @ Sepang

Hello there from Movenpick Hotel Sepang

Standing handsomely in white, the Movenpick Hotel KLIA radiates the prestige of Burj al Arab. Located just 10 min away from KLIA, travellers can count on Mövenpick for a luxurious stay before or after flights or during transits. Among the attractions that are a stone's throw away from the hotel are:

1. Sepang International Circuit
2. KLIA Anjung Spotter Observation Deck
2. Mitsui Outlet Park
3. Masjid Sultan Abdul Samad

Mövenpick conducts on Islamic values, creating Syariah compliant environment for muslims with facilites like separate pool and gym for females.

Mövenpick's @serispapremiummovenpick provides lush therapeutic Malaysian (combination of Malay, Chinese and Indian) massages and facials that invigorates the body and soul after business or leisure travelling.

I also heard that Mövenpick's Ramadan buffet is among the best in the region. That's for us to find out next Ramadan!

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Lush greenery around the hotel

Love the hotel that radiates the prestige of the Burj

Divine beds for a restful time

Bathroom is equipped with LCD mirror

I especially love the quality and luxuriously scented toiletries. The reason I frequent the bathroom just for a pump of lotion!

Presidential Suite

Presidential suite- dining hall

Presidential suite- living hall

Presidential suite- master bedroom

Presidential suite- bathroom

Presidential suite-study table

Masjid Sultan Abdul Samad is just a 5 minute walk away

Beautiful landscaping

Palms and refreshing interior

Separate female pool is available

Seri Spa for Malaysian massage

The gym is also separated for males and females

Tennis court

I heard that Movenpick's Ramadan buffet is among the best in the region!

The ancient sundial used by muslims to remind them the time of prayer
Mizwalah TaHa infront of Kompleks Tabung Haji

Selangor Hop On Hop Off Bus Gives Kuala Lumpur Transit/ Layover Travellers a Wonderful Opportunity to Visit Malaysia

Travellers who transit or layover in KLIA Malaysia will be thrilled with the Selangor Hop On Hop Off Bus! The newly launched transport will make travel possible even you have only a few hours to spare in the country as it connects you directly from the airport to the best Malaysian attractions sparing you the worry of finding your way to the city and back. There are many wonderful places in Selangor that do not require travellers to start from the city centre. 

Tickets can be purchased from 

1. www.hohoselangor.com

2. Go Selangor app (Apply form 

3. Tour agents

4. Hotel and airport kiosks

As a traveller myself, I truely understand the experience of transits that are too long to wait and too short to travel to the nearest city. Tourism Selangor spares travellers the dilemma whether they are on business trip or leisure. 

The attractions are worth visitng as even locals travel from the capital to these beautiful destinations for excursions. 

Pusing Selangor Dulu with Selangor HOHO bus from KLIA

There are 2 circuits 

Sg. Pelek Sepang circuit on Saturdays

1. Sama-Sama Hotel
2. Tune Hotel
3. Sepang International Circuit (SIC)
4. HL Dragon Fruit Eco Farm
5. Pekan Sg. Pelek
6. Banghuris Homestay
7. Jeti Sirip Biru
8. Avani Sepang Goldcoast Resort

Cyberjaya/ Salak Tinggi Sepang circuit on Sundays
(1) Sama-Sama Hotel
(2) Tune Hotel
(3) Mitsui Outlet Park
(4) BBST Walk
(5) Xiamen University Malaysia
(6) Farm Fresh UPM
(7) Symphony 3 IOI City Mall

Bus A: Salak Tinggi Sunday route

Bus B: Sg Pelek Saturday route

Flag off of the Selangor HOHO bus

Let's go!

Enjoy the view from the upper deck

or from the air-conditioned cabin

Pick up and drop off will be at this sign

Selera Warisan Nusantara @ Sama-Sama Hotel KLIA

Visits to KLIA was always about going overseas, homecoming or farewells. This Ramadhan, there is another reason to visit KLIA- to have fun exploring stall after stall of dishes from the Malay Archipelago! Overlooking planes from the nearby airport is indeed cool while breaking fast. Check out Sama-sama Hotel's Selera Warisan Nusantara, providing guests with gastronomic delights full of Asian character.

Now there is another reason to go KLIA

If  you arrive by bus like I did, take the buggy to reach the hotel although it only takes a 5-minute walk

Sama-sama Hotel KLIA

The large compound in the open air

The hotel's decoration took inspiration from the traditional kampung atmosphere and erected elevated platforms as the pangkin and batik motives.

Fresh sugar cane 

Who can resist the Street Kambing Golek

Or the Ikan Bakar

Tandoori Stall to satisfy those with an appetite for Indian food that day

At the porch, diners can feast to a carousel of live cooking stalls such as Satay, Ikan Bakar and Indian Tandoori stall. The best highlight would be at the barbeque stall which features Street Kambing Golek that is served with sauce choices of Black Pepper, Mushroom, BBQ and Rosemary.

For fans of the oriental noodles

Dip away at the Lok lok stall

Satay stall

Durian runtuh!

Free flow of durians

You wont stay yellow and fleshy for long!

Durian enthusiasts can crack as many durians at the designated stall. Sooth the body heat with some coconut water or sugar cane juice!

Enough variety to quench your thirst according to your mood

The garden beside the dining hall

Ghazal music by Suara-suara Otai

Those looking for a more cooling atmosphere in the air conditioning call

Malaysian delights

From the neighbouring country, Indonesia

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Visit Thailand and taste the beloved street food dish, Goi Krapao and the Malaysian street dishes like Red Snapper in Okra Curry. Try your luck also on the Beef Cooked with Bird's Eye Chilli.

The traditional bubur lambuk

The soup ekor will make you ask for doubles!

Malaysian dessert

Local condiments to spruce our dishes

Kerisik for some texture

How can we go without the good old ikan masin

Fresh fruits fashionably in baskets

Dried dates, customary during the Ramadhan month

Sama-sama Hotel capable of pastry desserts too

Tartlets and chocolate mousse

Nothing is more local than the Malaysian rojak

Apam balik, ice kacang, ice cream kampung are all available

Create your own ice kacang!

Sweet tooths will find a delectable display of sweet treats featuring Black Forest cakes, apam balik, local kuihs, ice kacang, ice cream kampung and ice cream potong!

A buffet spread with character

The Selera Warisan Nusantara fast-breaking buffet is available all throughout the season from 6:00pm to 10:00pm. Priced at RM135 nett per person on weekdays and RM99 nett per person on weekends the culinary brigade at the hotel also offers gourp bookings of 50 persons and above or Ramadhan banquet. This will be allocated in the hotel's various function rooms for a more private and affectionate dining affair.

For more information and reservatinos, contact 03-8787333 or email sales@samasamahotels.com