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When you fly from Durban to Shiraz 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.
King Shaka International Airport is your premier gateway for departing from KwaZulu-Natal, offering a world-class travel experience. You have various options for getting there, including pre-booked private transfers, ride-sharing services, and metered taxis from the city centre. If you're driving yourself, use the secure and easily accessible facilities like short-term or premium parking.
Once you're inside, enjoy a streamlined process with dedicated check-in counters and security checkpoints on the upper departure level. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal to ensure you stay connected. You can also exchange your currency at the Bureau de Change, or use one of the many ATMs.
To relax while waiting for your flight, escape to a peaceful setting like the SLOW Lounge or Bidvest Premier Lounge, where you can enjoy comfortable seating and refreshments. Browse the variety of shops for last-minute gifts, souvenirs or travel essentials, and choose from a diverse range of dining options. For a quiet moment of reflection before boarding, head to the designated multi-faith prayer rooms.
Discover Shiraz, a city with an ancient past and dynamic, modern outlook. The capital of Fars province, it's filled with lush green spaces, and known as the birthplace of the revered Persian poets Hafiz and Saadi.
Wander through the intricate network of the beautiful Eram Garden, to admire its decorated palace and artificial rivers. Look for the stunning Nasir al-Mulk Mosque, which is famous for the coloured glass that turns its interior into a dazzling kaleidoscope of light.
To immerse yourself in local culture, browse the Vakil Bazaar. You can easily spend hours exploring this historic maze of courtyards and shops to find exquisite Persian rugs, fragrant spices, and high-quality copper handicrafts.
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