Success Stories
How Stage & Screen Travellers Saved Big with Qatar Airways
It’s no secret that international flights have become more expensive lately. Even though prices have dropped from their peak in 2023, they’re still higher than what you might have paid five years ago. With the cost of jet fuel rising by 150% from last year, it’s unlikely we’ll see those budget-friendly pre-pandemic fares again anytime soon.
So, how can you ensure your business gets the best deal? It might be time to explore other airline options. Qatar Airways has introduced a business program designed specifically for SMEs, offering exclusive fares, benefits, and rewards. There are even dedicated offerings for professionals in the media, entertainment, and sports industries—just like you!
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Top 5 ways this program could benefit you
The Challenge:
Jenny works in the costume department of an Australian film production company. She needed to travel to India with two colleagues to source fabrics for a film shooting in Melbourne. With each person returning with an additional two bags of materials, managing excess baggage costs was crucial.
The Old Choice:
Previously, Jenny’s team flew to India with an airline that only included one piece of checked luggage per person. They ended up paying hefty fees for their additional bags.
The Solution with Qatar Airways:
Jenny’s team switched to Qatar Airways, benefiting from the generous baggage policy designed for media and entertainment professionals. This policy includes two pieces of checked baggage per person and reduced rates for excess baggage.
- Excess Baggage Cost with Previous Airline: US$2,100
- Excess Baggage Cost with Qatar Airways: US$540
Total Savings: US$1,560
The Challenge:
Lindsay, an event producer specializing in rock music concerts and festivals, had to organize travel for a five-piece band traveling from the UK to Australia. Each musician needed to bring five bags for their instruments, speakers, and costumes.
The Old Choice:
Lindsay usually booked the band on an airline that offered just one piece of checked luggage per person, leading to steep excess baggage fees.
The Solution with Qatar Airways:
By choosing Qatar Airways, Lindsay took advantage of special fares for the entertainment industry, including two pieces of checked baggage per person and lower excess baggage fees.
- Excess Baggage Cost with Previous Airline: US$14,000
- Excess Baggage Cost with Qatar Airways: US$5,400
Total Savings: US$8,600
The Challenge:
Tom, a promoter for outdoor festivals in the electronic music scene, needed to book flights for three DJs traveling to a festival in Spain. Each DJ had to bring four bags of records and equipment.
The Old Choice:
In the past, Tom booked his DJs on an airline offering just one piece of checked baggage, resulting in high excess baggage fees.
The Solution with Qatar Airways:
Tom switched to Qatar Airways, enjoying the exclusive media and entertainment business fares, which included two pieces of checked baggage per person and cheaper excess baggage rates.
- Excess Baggage Cost with Previous Airline: US$6,300
- Excess Baggage Cost with Qatar Airways: US$2,160
Total Savings: US$4,140
These stories demonstrate how Qatar Airways provides a tailored experience for media and entertainment industry professionals, ensuring that you get the best value for your travel.
