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When you fly from Dublin to AlUla with Qatar Airways, every detail is carefully designed to make your journey exceptional from the moment you board. Experience renowned hospitality as our attentive cabin crew welcomes you, ensuring you are well cared for throughout your flight. Step into a modern aircraft interior, where spacious seating and elegant design create a relaxing atmosphere. Settle in and explore Oryx One, our award-winning in-flight entertainment system, offering thousands of movies, TV shows and games. Whether you prefer a light snack or full-course meal, enjoy a menu of gourmet cuisine, freshly prepared and inspired by global flavours. With plush pillows, soft blankets and luxury amenity kits, you can rest in unmatched comfort and arrive feeling refreshed.
Dublin Airport provides a notably efficient and pleasant start to your journey, serving millions of passengers annually with strong international connections. To ensure a smooth departure, remember to allow at least two hours before your scheduled flight time for check-in and security clearance.
Getting to the airport is straightforward, thanks to numerous transport options. Regular bus services, including the AirLink 747 Express bus, connect the airport to Dublin city centre in around 30 minutes, while the 24-hour Air Coach offers routes across the country. Taxis are readily available, with travel times ranging from 25 to 45 minutes. If you're driving, choose from over 22,000 parking spaces. Use the short-term parking opposite the terminals or the 24-hour shuttle from the long-term car park. Valet parking is also an option.
Once inside, you'll find excellent facilities designed for comfort and convenience. On a work trip? Get down to business in the dedicated lounges and meeting rooms. Complimentary Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the terminal, and internet kiosks are available both before and after security. When you're ready to shop, explore the large retail sector stocking luxury goods, travel accessories and local Irish products. For a delicious meal, head to the food court, offering an excellent choice of international cuisine and light snacks before you head to your gate.
AlUla is a unique crossroads of civilisations and modern development, where you can admire millennia-old heritage and contemporary sophistication. Explore this destination by roaming around the stunning desert landscape and go into the heart of the ancient oasis.
Begin with a visit to Hegra, Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site. This ancient Nabataean city features over 110 remarkably preserved tombs carved into the golden sandstone rock, clearly revealing the stories of a bygone era. Discover the historical city of Dadan, the former capital of the Dadanite and Lihyanite kingdoms. Then head to the nearby Jabal Ikmah, often described as an ‘open-air library’ due to its abundance of ancient rock inscriptions.
For exciting outdoor adventures, enjoy a hot air balloon ride offering breath-taking views of the canyons, or go stargazing at the International DarkSky Park. To marvel at an iconic sight, experience the vast, natural sandstone sculpture known as Elephant Rock.
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