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Star Alliance has again been recognised as the World’s Leading Airline Alliance at the 2025 World Travel Awards, marking its sixth straight victory. The award, announced at the Grand Final Gala Ceremony in Bahrain, reflects the Alliance’s commitment to creating smoother journeys across booking, airport processes, connections, and loyalty experiences.

CEO Theo Panagiotoulias said the honour underscores the trust of travellers and industry peers:

“Our focus has always been on making customer journeys feel effortless, and our lounges bring the experience to life. This recognition belongs to the teams across member airlines and our headquarters, and we are deeply grateful to our customers for their continued support.”

Earlier this year, the Star Alliance Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport was named North America’s Leading Airport Lounge for the sixth year in a row, acknowledging its consistently refined design and comfort.

Now in its 32nd year, the World Travel Awards celebrate excellence across travel, tourism, and hospitality. Winners are chosen through a global vote by industry professionals and consumer travel buyers.

Graham E. Cooke, Founder of the World Travel Awards, congratulated Star Alliance, noting its “unparalleled focus on delivering seamless, world-class travel experiences.”

Several member airlines also earned individual awards, including honours for World’s Leading Airline to Asia and World’s Leading Airline to Europe, underscoring the collective strength of the Alliance worldwide.

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