QATAR AIRWAYS LAUNCHES SIXTH DESTINATION IN SAUDI ARABIA

TA’IF, Saudi Arabia – Qatar Airways yesterday further expanded its operations in Saudi Arabia with the launch of scheduled flights to Ta’if – the airline’s sixth destination in the Kingdom.

Qatar Airways Flight 1206 arrived in Ta’if to an impressive water salute, after which an airport ceremony was attended by local VIPs who welcomed the passengers and operating crew on board the flight. A high level delegation from the airline’s headquarters in Doha, Qatar was led by Fathi Al Shehab, Qatar Airways Senior Vice President GCC, Levant, Iran and Indian Subcontinent. Fathi Al Shehab was on board the inaugural flight and was met by Abdulbaset M Al-Salafi, Act Director Domestic Airport Operations and Abdul Rhman Al Bathi, Ta’if Airport General Manager.

Fathi Al Shehab thanked the people of Ta’if, local authorities and airport officials for supporting the airline in launching the new route.

“We are pleased to add Ta’if to our growing international network and providing services to the people of this city and its surrounding areas. Qatar Airways will continue exploring new opportunities in Saudi and providing it with new services that will boost its tourism sector,” Fathi Al Shehab said.

“Ta’if is a vital tourist and cultural centre. It is a market rich with business opportunities, heritage and historic sites. I am confident that this city will succeed in attracting tourists and business men alike and I hope our new flights will help them take advantage of the opportunities this city has to offer,” he added.