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Qatar Airways to fly high in 2009
Despite a global economic downturn there is no slowing down in 2009 for Qatar Airways. Phil Blizzard talks to Ali al Rais, Executive VP Commercial, Qatar Airways of what can be expected from the airline in these commercially challenging times.
Wataniya up up and away to Dubai
On the day Kuwait's private airline, Watanyia, launches their first flight we hear from their CEO George Cooper. Phil Blizzard looks at the flights to Dubai, their first destination, in terms of timing, in-flight service and the departure from a special terminal in Kuwait.
Houston - one giant leap for Qatar Airways
Houston was the first word spoken on the moon by astronaut Neil Armstrong and is the key word at the latest Qatar Airways Roadshows, as they tour the region promoting their newest destination. Phil Blizzard spoke to Ali al Rais, Executive VP Commercial, Qatar Airways about what can be expected with the soon to be launched service.
Emirates goes green to San Francisco
Multiple eco-efficient initiatives to save fuel and emissions enabled Emirates in-augural flight from Dubai to San Francisco to make substantial reductions. Phil Blizzard reports on the new service to the West Coast of the US and this milestone flight across the Polar Region.
QE2 final port of call, Dubai pt 3/3
What was the atmosphere like when Cunard's QE2 berthed at Mina Rashid, at the end of her long and distinquished career? Join Phil Blizzard, alongside the transatlantic liner to hear the excitement, as the QE2 concludes her sailing life.
QE2 making history in Dubai pt 1/3
Phil Blizzard on board the sailing schooner Dubai Magic was able to get close up to transatlantic liner, the QE2 and sends this report as she sails past the World islands off the coastline of Dubai on her final journey.
From Clydebank to Dubai, the journey of the QE2
From construction at Clydebank, near Glasgow, Scotland, in the 1960's the QE2 has sailed the oceans with syle. Her final journey will finish in Dubai and with her imminent arrival Phil Blizzard looks back on the illustrious career of one the most famous transatlantic liners in the world.
QE2 arrival in Dubai eargerly awaited
The arrival in Dubai of Cunard's QE2 ocean liner is creating excitement and anticipation. Manfred Ursprunger, CEO, Nakheel Hotels, QE2 Enterprises gives Phil Blizzard an insight into the plans to transform it into a luxury floating hotel, moored on the Palm Jumeirah.
Abu Dhabi's Royal Jet soaring growth strategy
Shane O'hare, President & CEO, Royal Jet talks to Phil Blizzard at the Middle East Business Aviation exhibition on their growth strategy which is taking advantage of the boom in this aviation sector, as well as the high end services they offer.
Emirates Palace aims for Guinness record.
Janet Abrahams, Director of Sales & Marketing, Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi talks to Phil Blizzard about their 1 million dollar holiday experience and the interest received so far - from both individuals and businesses.
Hamburg TravelCast pt 3/3
The concluding part of this travel guide looks at some famous 'Hamburgers' - musical composers to tennis stars, politicians to scientists. The city is also home to some interesting culinary delights, as well as a world famous brand of pens. Keep discovering with Phil Blizzard.
Onboard emergency forces Singapore A380 to Dubai
Phil Blizzard investigates an unscheduled landing of a Singapore Airlines Airbus A380 at Dubai International Airport. Stephen Forshaw, VP Public Affairs, Singapore Airlines, explains that this was the result of an onboard emergency.
Piloting the Airbus A380
It fits into an 80m virtual cube and flies at 40,000ft, so what is it like to handle the giant Airbus A380? Captain Patrick De Roeck, Project Pilot A380, Emirates Flight Operations, tells us what it is like to fly. He also explains to Phil Blizzard about the training of pilots and the ease of moving from one Airbus aircraft to another.
Hamburg TravelCast pt 2/3
Business etiquette, working hours and financial matters, along with some suggestions of what to do and where to go 'outside of office hours' from Phil Blizzard as he continues this audio tour of Hamburg.
Hamburg TravelCast pt 1/3
A travel programme/podcast focusing on Hamburg, offering travellers information and travel tips, including a business perspective, to enhance their journey. This part gives an overview of the city and how to get around, along with music associated with Hamburg.
