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When you fly from Amsterdam to Damascus 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.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is renowned as one of Europe’s most efficient and popular departure points, ensuring a smooth start to your journey. You will find the airport easily accessible, situated less than five miles from the city centre. For quick connections, a railway terminal is conveniently located beneath Schiphol Plaza, offering train journeys from central Amsterdam in around 15 minutes. Numerous buses and pre-booked taxis are also available.
If you are travelling by car, parking is straightforward, with short-term car parks near the terminal and a long-term car park serviced by a free, 24-hour shuttle. Upon arrival, allow plenty of time for security checks, as procedures are tight.
Once through security, you can stay connected with free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal and utilise internet kiosks. The airport offers excellent facilities and amenities for your comfort. Browse luxury goods and Duty Free in the retail outlets, or enjoy a variety of substantial meals and on-the-go snacks from the vendors. For some pre-flight relaxation, you can take advantage of massage and hairdresser services, or find quiet contemplation in the available prayer room.
Damascus, the vibrant capital of Syria, offers an immersion into one of the world's most ancient and historically significant cities. Known poetically as the 'City of Jasmine', it's a major cultural centre in the country, where a profound past seamlessly blends with contemporary life.
Explore a destination rich in architectural treasures, nestled on a plateau shielded by the Anti-Lebanon Mountains. Begin your journey in the UNESCO-listed Old Town, a warren of narrow streets, venerable walls, and traditional homes built around lush courtyard gardens. Wander through the vibrant, covered Al-Hamidiyeh Souq, a bustling marketplace where you can find unique handicrafts and aromatic spices.
Trace the history of the Umayyad Caliphate with a visit to the magnificent Umayyad Mosque, one of the world's oldest and largest mosques. This masterpiece features elaborate mosaics and a striking golden dome. Another monumental sight to marvel at is the ancient Citadel of Damascus. This historic fortress stands as a testament to the city's enduring strength.
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