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“Qatar Airways Introduces QVerse: A Futuristic Journey into Immersive Travel Experiences”

Leading the sector in innovation, Qatar Airways has launched new QVerse environments that let consumers plan their vacation in an immersive digital environment before arriving at an airport. The World’s Best Airline invites everyone to experience what it will be like to fly in the future with a voyage through Qatar Airways’ numerous First Class check-in desks, Premium Lounges, and Business and Economy Class cabins with the help of its MetaHuman cabin crew members called Sama, which means “sky” in Arabic.

The new Business Class Suite and Economy Class in the Boeing 787-9, as well as the Qsuite and Economy Class in the Airbus A350-1000, have been included to the online experience. At Hamad International Airport (HIA), travellers can now experience an oasis of luxury in the Al Safwa First Class Lounge and the peace of the Al Mourjan Business Class lounge.

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QVerse users will get the chance to utilise a discount up to 10 per cent while exploring the new environments, which can then be used when booking Premium or Economy Class tickets with Qatar Airways.

Prior to making reservations on Qatar Airways’ network of more than 160 destinations, QVerse users will have the chance to test out the airline’s immersive experience. The most affordable rates offered by the airline for the upcoming six months will be displayed to travellers while they are travelling the QVerse. The onboard cabins, including seat features and a taste of the Business and Economy Class dining options, are also available for users to explore further.

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International travellers can now explore the products and services of the ‘World’s Best Airline’ in over 10 languages including Arabic, Chinese (traditional), Chinese (simplified), English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, and Thai.

Airlines

Qatar Airways Adds Direct Toronto-Amritsar Flights with Stopover in Doha

Qatar Airways has made travel easier for passengers by announcing a new three-weekly non-stop service between Toronto, Canada, and Doha, Qatar, starting on December 11, 2024.

This new route provides seamless connectivity for travelers heading to Amritsar, offering a convenient alternative for the Punjabi diaspora in Toronto who wish to avoid the hassles of transiting through Delhi airport.

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In a joint press release, Anantdeep Singh Dhillon, FlyAmritsar Initiative North America Convener, and Sameep Singh Gumtala, Global Convener, highlighted that this new route addresses the long-standing demand for better travel options to Punjab.

With this service, Amritsar will now have ten weekly flights to Canada via Doha, making the journey simpler and more comfortable for travelers who previously had to deal with long road trips, multiple layovers, and extended check-ins.

Flight Schedule and Connectivity

The qatar air line from Amritsar will depart at 4:10 a.m. (local time) and arrive in Doha at 6:05 a.m. (local time). After a layover of 3 hours and 45 minutes, passengers will board the qatar airways flight from Doha to Toronto at 9:50 a.m. (local time) on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, landing in Toronto the same day at 3:55 p.m. (local time).

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On the return journey, the qatar airlines will depart from Toronto at 8:00 p.m. (local time) and arrive in Doha at 4:30 p.m. (local time) the following day. From there, passengers will catch the connecting flight to Amritsar at 8:40 p.m. (local time), reaching their destination by 2:40 a.m. (local time). The total travel time qatar seatmap for the journey is approximately 20 hours and 10 minutes.

This new route is a significant relief for travelers who have often faced the challenges of long road journeys to Delhi, lengthy layovers, and multiple check-ins. By streamlining the travel process, qatar Airways ensures a smoother and faster journey, enhancing the overall travel experience for passengers traveling between Canada and Punjab.