SAUDIA Seoul to Riyadh Inaugural Flight 2022 Launch

Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA), the award winning national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia officially launched Seoul to Riyadh flight, its first direct route from the capital of South Korea, flying thrice weekly.

SAUDIA’s SV899 uses Boeing 787 Dreamliner, a two-class aircraft with 24 flat beds in business class and 274 seats in guest class on its inaugural flight departed Seoul’s Incheon International Airport (ICN) on 16 August 2022 at 9:40 PM, arriving at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh (RUH) early Wednesday morning before stopping by in Jeddah (JED).

The new JED-RUH-ICN flight route is inline with the Saudi Aviation Strategy, which aims to connect the Kingdom to the world with more than 250 destinations, across four continents, including all 28 domestic airports in Saudi Arabia and improving the carrier’s competitive position internationally with its young fleet of aircrafts.

"As the Wings of Vision 2030, the national carrier has the necessary capacity to continually broaden its route network and welcome a wide range of visitors into Saudi Arabia.” said Engr. Ahmed Alwassiah, Chief Operating Officer of SAUDIA. “To support our strategic objectives, we ensure our airline’s 144-aircraft fleet is suited with the latest in-flight innovations and plan to modernize and expansion.

The milestone Seoul-Riyadh flight follows SAUDIA flight SV898 from Riyadh to Seoul with the traditional water salute at Incheon International Airport and attended by His Excellency Ambassador of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Sami AlSadhan, His Excellency Park Joon Yong, the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Saudi Arabia,  senior government officials, dignitaries, diplomats and members of the media, partners from the domestic travel and tourism sectors. 

Established in 1945, SAUDIA is the national carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and is one of the Middle East’s largest airlines. A member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Arab Air Carriers Organization (AACO), SAUDIA is a member airline in SkyTeam, the second largest alliance, since 2012.

SAUDIA was named the Middle East’s Fastest Growing Airline in 2022 by Brand Finance® and the World’s Most Improved Airline in 2021 by Skytrax, the second time it has received this prestigious accolade.

The airline is ranked as a Global Five-Star Major Airline by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) and has been awarded Diamond status by APEX Health Safety powered by SimpliFlying in recognition of its comprehensive approach to safety during the pandemic.

For more information on Saudi Arabian Airlines, please visit www.saudia.com

Qatar Airways Premium Lounge Singapore opens at Changi Airport Terminal 1

Multiple award-winning airline, Qatar Airways reopens its fifth International Premium lounge at Singapore Changi Airport, inspired by Qatar Airways heritage and modern day Arabic architecture featuring an ultra luxurious interior, enhanced offerings and exceptional culinary cuisine with dedicated mixologist for a distinctive experience throughout the journey with Qatar Airway.

At the official ribbon-cutting ceremony held at Singapore Changi Airport, Qatar Airways Senior Vice President Eastern Regions, Mr. Marwan Koleilat, showcased the lounge’s lavish and distinctive features to VIPs including His Excellency Mr Saoud Jassim Al-Jufairi, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary, Embassy of the State of Qatar in Singapore, Mr. Lee Seow Hiang, Chief Executive Officer, Changi Airport Group, Mr. Han Kok Juan, Director General, Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore, and Mr. Kerry Mok, President & CEO, Singapore Airport Terminal Services (SATS).

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, H.E. Mr. Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are thrilled to have launched our latest international Premium Lounge at Singapore Changi Airport. Qatar Airways has already set the industry benchmark for business travel with our award-winning Business Class seat, Qsuite. We want to ensure that the onground experience offered to our passengers is on a par with our iconic five-star airline experience. As the first Qatar Airways lounge following this design concept, it will serve as a new standard for all our Premium Lounges going forward.”

Walk through the grand entrance showcasing Qatar Airways’ signature “Marhaba” engraved stand-stone wall with a luxurious display of fresh white Orchids with a botanical patterned wall inspired by Singapore’s horticulture and lush greenery.

The new Qatar Airways Premium Singapore Lounge is available for Qsuite - Qatar Airways Business Class passengers, featuring seven different seating areas including the Principal Lounge, Quiet Pods, Garden Bistro, High Seating, Martini Bar, Brasserie and Private Lounge across approximately 700 square metres to accomodate about 85 passengers.

The Qatar Airways lounge is equipped with a full kitchen for freshly-prepared à la carte food orders on demand, on top of an existing buffet spread offering an international menu, catering to a premium culinary standard. A dedicated mixologist is stationed at the centrepiece Martini Bar, presenting mocktail and cocktail options to complete the five-star lounge experience.

Custom furniture pieces like the carefully designed sideboard, offer both style and comfort and are strategically placed next to the seats, and includes a lamp, universal plug point, wireless charger, a compartment suitable for storing handbags and personal belongings. 

Passengers wishing to relax in a quiet environment can occupy one of the five Quiet Pods, which offer a cozy, semi-private space equipped with sound proofing, reading lights, a coat hanger and universal charging points.

Qatar Airways exclusive Arabic inspired Premium Lounges are located at key markets in London, United Kingdom, and Beirut, Lebanon, while Paris, France and Bangkok, Thailand will reopen progressively.

The award-winning airline currently operates daily flights between Singapore and Doha and was recently the first global airline in the world to achieve the prestigious 5-Star COVID-19 Airline Safety Rating by Skytrax. For full details of all the measures that have been implemented on board and at HIA, please visit qatarairways.com/safety.

*Photos by Qatar Airways

Atome X Astro K-pop brand ambassadors #OwnYourExpression campaign Singapore fashion show pop up store

Atome the buy-now-pay-later finanical payment brand featured Atome’s brand ambassadors and K-pop superstars, ASTRO fronting #Own Your Expression campaign, climaxing with ASTRO virtual fan meet at the live-streamed fashion show at Singapore Suntec City. 

Popular fashion and beauty brands like ZALORA, ALDO, SHEIN and LOOKFANTASTIC showcased the latest Spring Summer 2022 collection and beauty trends at the show on June 25 hosted by Hanli Hoefer with a 3,500 sq ft experiential pop-up store showcase till July 3. 

A mix of models, fashionistas and influencers expressed their fashion styles with brands like Ted Baker, Lacoste, Aldo, Zalora, Shein and beauty brand store Lookfantastic, conveying the message "Atome gives consumers control over their own style and expression".

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