Thai Air International – For Service Above and Beyond

We started our recent Thailand family vacation from Vancouver British Columbia Canada departing from Vancouver International Airport.

On the day of our departure in January, it decided to snow heavily, which is very rare for the west coast of Canada where we normally have rain and much milder temperatures than that of our neighboring Provinces.

This is why Vancouver tourism continues to soar and a much sought after location for those wanting to escape harsh winters.

We had the pleasure of flying a distance with Thai Airlines International and because of the service received, here at Holidays for Family, I felt was definitely worth a mention.

First, have a quick look at Thai Airlines promotional video.

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Our journey with this outstanding airline was from Hong Kong to Bangkok and return. After flying from Vancouver BC to Hong Kong via Air Canada, the service reminded me of days of old.

Thai Air International – Smooth as Silk

True to the Thai thinking and their popular brand of ‘Fly Thai – Smooth as Silk’, all passengers on Thai Airlines International flights enjoy the renowned service and wonderful Thai hospitality which has earned a reputation known all over the world.

I for one can attest to that!

The crew were all friendly at all times, the service outstanding and aircraft and seating comfortable and spacious.

Thai Air International vs Air Canada

All though both are major world class airlines, I thought it would be interesting to give you a comparison of our recent experience flying with both on the same day in ‘Economy Class’.

Let’s have a closer look …

                                                   Thai Airlines International    vs     Air Canada

Check in counter experience …                      ok                                good

Flight on-time (departure) …                            yes                              no

Greeting at aircraft door …                               yes                              yes        

Seat comfort (legroom) …                                good                           poor

Complimentary headsets …                            yes                              yes

Complimentary newspaper …                         yes                              no

Hot ‘towlette’ before meal …                            yes                              no

Clean blanket & pillow …                                 yes                              yes

Complimentary alcohol beverages …           yes                              no

Best meal quality and presentation …           very good                  ok

Quality of Service …                                          very good                  ok

Duty Free …                                                         n/a                          selections unavailable

Just a quick glimpse of our recent flight experience with both airlines when we traveled to and enjoyed our family holidays to Thailand.  In our opinion, Thai Air International won hands down!

The service received from airline staff was excellent. The inflight meals were served hot, well presented and tasty. Be sure to check out more airplane travel tips before setting off on your next family holiday.

Thai Air International – Service of Old

Flying for the first time with Thai Airlines it really did remind me of what airline travel used to be years ago. All the little extras that were once standard and included in your flight experience that is no longer with most airlines today.  In order to experience this type of service today, one must travel First Class or Business Class.

The first thing my wife and I noticed when we boarded the Thai Air International aircraft and took our seats in Economy was the amount of leg room in comparison to most other major airlines when traveling in this class.

My wife is 5’ 10” and her legs did not hit the seat in front of her! With most others, she would always be cramped in her seat and knocking her knees in the seat in front.  Hats off to Thai Airlines for not trying to add extra rows of seating!

No need to search for those best airline seats with this carrier!

 With Thai Air you still get all the extras listed above included in your basic fare. What a pleasant surprise to be handed a free newspaper, hot towels before dinner, free alcohol beverages, meals served hot and fresh and service with a smile!

Our family will definitely be traveling Thai Air International again in the future.

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Here at Holidays for Family, I would definitely recommend Thai Air International to anyone traveling in Economy Class the next time your travels take you to one of their destinations. You won’t be disappointed!

Join us as we begin our Family Holidays to Thailand with our first stop in Bangkok.

Happy travels!

Robert Tellier

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A little trivia …

The tradition of tipping waiters and waitresses arose in coffee houses. That that wanted good service and priority seating would put money in a tin labeled, “To Insure Prompt Service” – hence, the term Tips came to be.

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Heading to Asia and beyond, then consider Thai Air International.