Qatar
Virgin Australia now has ‘the world’s best business class’ (sort of)
The airline’s partnership with Qatar Airways will see the return of international routes and a business class suite featuring lie-flat seats and privacy doors.
- Katherine Scott
- ★★★★
- Airline reviews
This long-haul economy class actually feels luxurious (well, almost)
Regularly named the world’s best airline, this carrier offers a top service that helps ease the pain of a long flight – even when seated next to a manspreader.
- Belinda Jackson
No grey hairs, no bald spots: Flight attendants’ appearance rules
I went inside Qatar Airways’ headquarters to experience what it takes to achieve the perfect cabin-crew look.
- Hazel Plush
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.
- Julietta Jameson
- ★★★★½
- Airline reviews
Airline review: Economy class on the ‘World’s Best Airline’ for 2024
Someone give this crew a gold medal – their service is exemplary.
- Ute Junker
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.
- Craig Platt
- Opinion
- 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.
- Anthony Dennis
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.
- Michael Gebicki
- ★★★★★
- Hotel reviews
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.
- Anthony Dennis
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.
- Sue Williams
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