13-course lunch! Helloworld agents live it up on famil in Qatar

13-course lunch! Helloworld agents live it up on famil in Qatar
Edited by Travel Weekly


Ten lucky Helloworld Travel agents recently experienced the famil of a lifetime thanks to Visit Qatar, in partnership with Qatar Airways and Discover Qatar.

The agents spent an unforgettable week in Doha aimed at immersing them in the destination’s luxury and adventure offerings.

The touring group consisted of:

Amela Davie, Helloworld Bacchus March
Kathleen Hunt, KSA Getaways
Angela Buccella, Helloworld Sefton Park
Caitlin Osborne, RAA Adelaide
Eliza Vezis Helloworld Blackwood
Chloe Haberley, Helloworld Belmont
Tina Pizzoni, Helloworld Rochedale
Angela Maas, Helloworld Buderim
Anita Wenn, Helloworld Marion
Ismail Niazi, Helloworld Dandenong
Kristy Barton, Qatar Airways
Richard Styles, Visit Qatar

Agents enjoyed a tour of the iconic National Museum of Qatar, complete with a 13-course degustation lunch at Jiwan, offering a sensory journey through local flavours.

Lunch, with a view! (Supplied)

Adrenaline surged during thrill-seeking rides at Meryal Waterpark while a desert adventure saw the group enjoy 4WD dune driving followed by an exclusive private dinner at the Inland Sea.

The cultural charm of Souq Waqif was brought to life with a guided tour and dinner at the vibrant Parisa restaurant.

The group also conducted sight inspections of top-tier accommodations, including Rixos Gulf, Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island, Park Hyatt, Waldorf Astoria, and The Ned – hotels that resonate strongly with Australian travellers seeking luxury stopovers.

Following their memorable week, the agents expressed a renewed commitment to promoting Qatar Stopover packages, positioning the destination as a must-visit on any Middle Eastern itinerary.

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