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Virgin business class passengers will have access to Qatar Airways’ Qsuite, named the world’s best business class at this year’s World Airline Awards.

Virgin Australia relaunches long-haul international flights, sort of

For the first time since scrapping its US routes during the pandemic, Virgin Australia is relaunching long-haul flights, thanks to its deal with Qatar Airways.

  • by Julietta Jameson
Decent legroom even with a reclined seat in front.
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Airline review: Economy class on the ‘World’s Best Airline’ for 2024

Someone give this crew a gold medal – their service is exemplary.

  • by Ute Junker
Hamad International Airport in Doha, Qatar, has knocked off Singapore’s Changi for top spot in the World Airline Awards.

Singapore loses ‘world’s best airport’ title, Melbourne top in Australia

Twelve-time winner Changi has been edged out of top spot, while Melbourne has been ranked far above other Australian airports.

  • by Craig Platt
Some Qantas critics have become virtual apologists for Qatar Airways.
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Aviation

Why we shouldn’t feel too sorry for Qatar Airways

Amid so much anger at Qantas, public support for Qatar Airways is misplaced given its nation’s human rights track record. It’s more about Australians wanting cheaper flights.

  • by Anthony Dennis
One of Qatar Airways’ Airbus A350s takes off from Zurich Airport.

Award-winning, controversial: The airline Qantas wants stopped

It’s been named the world’s best airline seven times but is being prevented from increasing flights to Australia. Here’s what you need to know about Qatar Airways.

  • by Michael Gebicki
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The Mandarin Oriental Doha hotel overlooks the spectacular Barahat Msheireb covered town square.
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Perfect score for this cool hotel in a hot destination

Doha’s searing heat tends to deter travellers over summer, but there’s more than enough to do in the cool of this magnificent Mandarin Oriental outpost.

  • by Anthony Dennis
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A380-800, QR0905 Melbourne to Doha, Economy
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A codeshare booking may be cheaper, but it can also mean a terrible seat

I book this Qatar Airways flight through Virgin Australia and as a result I can’t choose my seat.

  • by Sue Williams
Dune safaris can be intense.

Qatar dune safari: A wild ride where water is more expensive than petrol

In Doha, skyscrapers spangle the skyline and the iridescent waters of the Persian Gulf lap a city humming with aircon and the accoutrements afforded by vast wealth. But you can't drink oil.

  • by Catherine Marshall
Little homes in the sky: Qatar Airway's business class Qsuites.

Airline review: Qatar Airways, Airbus A350-1000, business class (Qsuite), Doha to Sydney

With butler-like service and gourmet cuisine, Qatar Airway's Qsuites are like little homes in the sky.

  • by Catherine Marshall
Katara Beach in Doha, Qatar.

Doha, Qatar travel guide and things to do: An expert expat's tips

The lychee martini is the drink of the moment in Doha, where it's customary to go out a few evenings a week.

  • by Belinda Jackson

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