A view of Melia Costa del Sol hotel.
Doha: With Spain now welcoming vaccinated tourists, Qatar Airways Holidays has launched holiday packages to Malaga, Marbella, Barcelona, and Madrid, offering exclusive deals and significant savings of up to 36 percent off the normal price.
With the resumption of direct flights between Doha and Malaga, those looking for a holiday on the glistening Costa del Sol will no longer have to wait. The birthplace of Pablo Picasso charms every kind of traveller with its rich history, relaxing environment, and Andalusian cuisine. Qatar Airways Holiday guests in Malaga can stay at the five-star Gran Melia Don Pepe Hotel or the four-star Melia Costa del Sol, conveniently located near major historical landmarks and tourist attractions.
Marbella, a short distance from Malaga, on the beautiful Costa del Sol, is one of the most exclusive vacation destinations in the world and an excellent option for those longing for a sumptuous summer escape. Qatar Airways Holidays provides an unrivalled selection of villas and includes selecting exclusive services — from pre-arrival shopping, meet and greet upon arrival to sourcing a private chef - for an indulgent and unforgettable holiday experience.
Barcelona’s lively streets are teeming with stylish boutiques, gourmet restaurants, and quirky Gaudi architecture. Its world-famous Costa Dorada and Costa Brava offer endless miles of sandy beaches and crystal-clear water. A memorable stay awaits travellers to Barcelona who can choose between the ultra-modern Barceló Sants Hotel — known for its futuristic design — and the high-end Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona on the exclusive Paseo de Gracia. A two-hour catamaran trip along Catalonia’s coastline is also included in the holiday package, promising to captivate visitors with the fantastic view of the sun setting over the city’s skyline.
Spain’s capital city, Madrid, balances modernity, culture, and history.
Famous for its distinctive restaurants, serving mouth-watering bite-sized delicacies, and the art of Spanish traditional music and dance, Madrid has plenty to tempt travellers. Barceló Torre De Madrid, Four Seasons, Mandarin Oriental, and Riu Plaza España will offer guests an opulent stay in the heart of the city and only a short walk away from Gran Vía, a famous street lined with some of the most sought-after shops, cinemas, and theatres. An authentic Tapas and Flamenco experience is included in the package.
With the lifting of dining and nightlife restrictions and the reopening of most popular tourist attractions, Spain is gradually returning to normality and provide visitors with a diverse range of options to consider when planning vacations to the country.
Prices start at QR4,276 per person for packages including a five-night luxury hotel accommodation with breakfast, return flights, a unique Spanish experience, and airport transfers. The travel period for Madrid and Barcelona starts on July 10, 2021, to October 30, 2021, while the travel period for Malaga starts on July 10, 2021, until September 12, 2021.
Qatari citizens and residents who have completed full COVID-19 vaccination can travel to Spain with no COVID-19 PCR test requirements and have a quarantine-free return, subject to a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours before they arrive in Qatar.
