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Qatar Airways celebrates opening of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is officially underway and Qatar Airways, as the official airline of the journey, is marking the month-long tournament with special football-themed experiences at the stadiums and at fan zones across the country.
Taking the FIFA experience to new heights with Al Khoory
Al Khoory Hotels, part of the Al Khoory Group’s hospitality division, will be helping football fans deal with the nerve-wracking drama as it unfolds in Qatar during this month’s World Cup.
flydubai introduces two new aircraft with special Argentina national football team livery
flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, has unveiled a special livery on two of its latest Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft as part of its regional partnership with the Argentine Football Association (AFA).
FIFA World Cup makes air connectivity take off in ME
Mabrian Technologies, the Travel Intelligence provider, has conducted a study about the impact of the FIFA World Cup on the air connectivity in Qatar.
Indian Embassy in Qatar launches helpline for FIFA World Cup 2022 Fans
Indian fans heading to Qatar for the 2022 FIFA World Cup will be able to reach out to a dedicated Indian Embassy helpline in case of any emergency or to seek the required help.
Football fans on epic ‘Electric Car to Qatar’ trip, supported by MG
A four-man team of Welsh football supporters is undertaking an epic, 5,000-mile journey across Europe and Middle East in an MG electric vehicle, as they make their way to Qatar for the highlight of the global footballing calendar.
Saudi Arabia updates procedures for travel to Qatar
Saudi Arabia has updated travel procedures for those wishing to travel to Qatar as of November 1 as they must obtain a Hayya card to enter the gulf country hosting the World Cup for the first time.
Qatar removes pre-arrival covid test from Nov 1
Qatar is to drop pre-arrival COVID-19 tests before the World Cup, the Health Ministry said, weeks after announcing that the million-plus incoming fans do not need vaccinations.
Qatar Airways to hire 10,000 employees for World Cup 2022
Qatar Airways is looking to hire at least 10,000 staff as part of World Cup 2022 preparations. The hiring is to ensure Qatar Airways is prepared to handle the inflow of passengers for the football tournament and to accommodate the post-pandemic expansion.
Musafir.com opens new corporate office in Qatar
Musafir.com, an online travel agency in the UAE, has inaugurated its new office in Doha, Qatar to meet growing travel demands.
Travelex opens store at Al Doha Al Jadeda Metro Station
Travelex, has launched its 13th store in Qatar at Qatar Rail’s Al Doha Al Jadeda station on the Doha Metro Red Line.
Agoda rolls out ‘Champion Deals’ for football fans
Agoda has observed a 26% increase in searches for stays in Dubai and a 20% increase across the wider region (Riyadh, Jeddah, Al Khobar, Dammam, Abu Dhabi, Muscat and Manama) as Indian fans choose easily accessible surrounding states to base themselves for the sporting spectacle.
Sporting events to boost ME tourism by 30%
Musafir.com, has revealed in its bi-annual travel trend report that sporting events will augment the tourism and hospitality economy up to 30% in the region.
Qatar pauses visit visas during FIFA World Cup 2022
Qatar has announced the suspension of visitors through its air, land, and marine borders during the FIFA World Cup 2022, from 1 November to 23 December, allowing only Hayya Cardholders during the World Cup.
Qatar welcomes football fans
Fans have came to the inaugural match at the stadium, set to host FIFA World Cup final. Lusail stadium is set in the smart city of Lusail and minutes away from theme parks, shopping, and dining destinations.
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