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101% surge in passengers at Qatar’s Hamad International Airport in 2022

The country welcomed 244,261 visitors from the GCC in December 2022, an annual increase of 447.5%. With a year-over-year increase of 101% and the arrival of more than 35 million passengers,…

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Qatar Airways wins big at Business Traveller Middle East Awards in Dubai

The national carrier has previously won ‘Airline of the Year’ in 2011, 2012, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021, and 2022. Qatar Airways has been recognised for its exceptional service at the…

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Singapore pushes Qatar to second place in ‘World Best Airport’ title

Hamad International Airport earns the best airport in the Middle East award for the sixth consecutive year. Changi Airport in Singapore has reclaimed the title of greatest airport in the…

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European visitors top list as Qatar’s cruise tourism makes waves

Amid a growing set of attractions and a steady stream of events, Qatar is establishing its footing as a major international tourism hub. Travellers from various European countries topped the…

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Qatar Airways upgrades pharma service to transport healthcare shipments

The latest service offers customers more options to transport their healthcare shipments and ensures optimal handling of all cool-chain pharma products. Qatar Airways Cargo has announced the relaunch of its…

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Qatar drops travel restrictions for travellers from Hong Kong, China

Qatar has decided to lift pre-travel PCR test requirements for travellers from China and Hong Kong after a decline in Covid-related cases. Travellers coming to Qatar from China, Hong Kong,…

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Pakistan opens up tourism for Qatari passport holders with visa on arrival

This can be extended for an additional 30 days without cost. Qatari passport holders can now enter Pakistan with a visa on arrival, an official source from the Ministry of…

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Qatar unveils list of authorised Hajj tour operators

The website also includes contact numbers and types of accommodation provided by the operated to help pilgrims. An official list of 18 accredited tour operators for the upcoming 2023 Hajj…

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Hamad airport sees 44.5% hike in passenger traffic in first three months of 2023

Qatar hopes to attract six million visitors every year by 2030. Hamad International Airport recorded a 44.5% increase in passenger traffic and an 18.65% increase in aircraft movements in the…

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