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The national carrier of the Arabian Gulf State of Qatar, the Doha-based
airline was re-launched in 1997 and now flies to 70 destinations internationally.
Qatar Airways is one of just four international airlines with “five-star” service
and facilities, as voted by Skytrax, the airline quality monitor.
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SEATS
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The seats fold fully flat into beds for sleeping on long haul flights.
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AMENITIES/FACILITIES
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In-seat audio and video-on-demand feature at each seat with entertainment
in multiple languages. A laptop power supply is provided alongside a personal
telephone for each passenger. Everybody in First Class gets a feather duvet,
slippers, pyjamas, and an overnight personal products kit. On the latest
Airbus A340-600 planes, there is also a First Class lounge on board.
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MENU
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The food served in First Class is varied, with up to 10 courses per meal
that could include luxury foods like caviar and lobster.
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AIRPORT LOUNGE FACILITIES
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First Class passengers flying from Doha are received at a new, purpose-built
Premium Terminal where they can enjoy access to facilities like a spa,
a jacuzzi, a sauna, and duty-free shopping. There are exclusive sleep cabins
on hand for resting.
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EXTRAS
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Airport transfers in dedicated limousines are available at certain destinations.
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SEATS
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On the new Airbus A340-600 and A330 planes in the fleet, seats recline
160 degrees, and have independent lumbar support and a foot massage bar
built into them.
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AMENITIES/FACILITIES
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In-flight entertainment is of the on-demand variety, with a playlist
of up to 50 different music albums. Soon, passengers will be able to send
and receive text messages and watch satellite television stations in the
air. Business Class travelers get a range of 20 movies – in either English,
Arabic, or Hindi – to choose from on personal, portable players.
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MENU
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The menu in Business Class includes a six-course meal featuring hors
d'oeuvres, antipasti, and mezzas.
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AIRPORT LOUNGE FACILITIES
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Business Class travelers have access to the Premium Terminal. There,
they will get to use the wifi-equipped business center for any last-minute
meetings, as well as have access to an exclusive area in which to relax.
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