Qatar Airways Unveils New Destination and Luxury Experience at ATM Conference in Dubai
Qatar Airways, the national carrier of the State of Qatar, created quite a buzz on the first day of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) conference. As a part of showcasing its Formula 1® partnership, the airline attracted visitors with its F1 simulator, in addition to providing a comfortable lounge area that exuded the airline’s standard of luxury, comfort, quality, and hospitality.
Expanding its network to over 160 destinations, Qatar Airways revealed its strategic focus on the Gulf region during the ATM conference. The airline announced the addition of a new destination, Tabouk, Saudi Arabia, along with the resumption of services to Yanbu, Saudi Arabia. The airline has also announced its intent to start services to Ras Al Khaimah in the UAE. Currently, Qatar Airways operates 84 weekly flights to the UAE, including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah.
According to His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, the airline is committed to providing world-class products and services to its passengers as it continues to expand and grow its network. With numerous exciting events lined up in Qatar, the airline believes that the country will continue to thrive as a tourism hub in the years to come.
Recently, the Arab Tourism Organization named Doha as the Arab Tourism Capital for 2023, a testament to Qatar’s exceptional achievements in leisure and hospitality, further solidifying the country’s position as one of the world’s most sought-after destinations.
As the official airline of Formula 1®, Qatar Airways is dedicated to supporting top-tier international sporting events and expanding its sports sponsorship portfolio. Through its partnership with Qatar Airways Holidays, the airline launched travel packages that enable fans to experience the excitement of high-octane action and enjoy unique experiences and special events for each F1® racing event.
In 2023, Qatar will host the Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS Qatar 2023), a remarkable festival showcasing the finest of the automotive industry. The event, hosted by a pioneering and passionate nation with a true affinity for cars, will offer guests a chance to navigate the future of the automotive industry while receiving the best-in-class experiences across travel, hospitality, motorsports, and culture.
Qatar has won several awards, including being named the ‘Airline of the Year’ at the 2022 World Airline Awards, managed by the international air transport rating organisation, Skytrax. The airline has won this award seven times, in addition to being named ‘World’s Best Business Class’, ‘World’s Best Business Class Lounge Dining’ and ‘Best Airline in the Middle East.’
Currently, Qatar flies to more than 160 destinations globally, connecting through its hub, Hamad International Airport, which has been voted as the ‘World’s Best Airport’ in 2021 and 2022 consecutively by Skytrax. In addition, the airport has been ranked as the second-best airport in the world by Skytrax and has received the ‘Best Airport in the Middle East’ accolade for nine consecutive years, along with the ‘World’s Best Airport Shopping’ award.
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