Qatar Airways set for direct flights to Nice

DOHA — Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker officially opened the new and luxurious Qatar Airways Premium Lounge at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport last Jan. 12 in the presence of honored VIP guests. At an official ribbon cutting ceremony held in the lounge, Al Baker welcomed notable guests including Al-Subaey, Chairman of Qatar Civil Aviation Authority, alongside Frank Goldanel, Director, Aéroports de Paris, before hosting a luncheon in the lounge’s luxury brasserie. Al Baker also used the occasion to update attending media on the airline’s forthcoming launch of direct flights to Nice commencing July 4 and will operate five-weekly services from its home and hub Hamad International Airport, Doha. The route will be served by the airline’s state-of-the-art Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Al Baker said: “I am delighted to be here today to officially open the Qatar Airways Premium Lounge at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport, the third such lounge of its type within our growing network. This further demonstrates our commitment to France and to showcasing the very best of our product offering, whether in the lounge itself, the modern aircraft that we fly on our triple daily service to Paris, or our further expansion with the announcement that Qatar Airways will operate direct flights to Nice from 4th July this year.” At more than 1,000 square meters, the Qatar Airways Premium Lounge at Paris-Charles de Gaulle offers Qatar Airways First and Business Class passengers a sophisticated, modern and spacious environment in which to relax and commence their five star journey experience. The Premium Lounge features all of the qualities of a premium product from the airline, including both a brasserie and deli, two roof terraces from where passengers can see far-reaching views of Paris and the Eiffel Tower, both male and female prayer rooms, MAC computers, shower facilities, Wi-Fi and zoned seating for more than 200 guests, all of which contribute to a warm and relaxing atmosphere. From July 4, Doha (DOH) to Nice (NCE) QR053 departs a 07:45 and arrives at 13:05. Nice (NCE) to Doha (DOH) QR054 departs at 17:10 and arrives at 23:55. — SG