Qatar Duty Free and Samsonite partnered to launch Samsonite’s first-ever duty-free store in the Middle East. The world’s largest travel luggage company, the new Samsonite store will be the ultimate destination for travelers transiting or departing from Hamad International Airport.
“We are delighted to partner with Samsonite to open this first ever Duty-Free boutique of Samsonite in the Middle East at our home and hub, HIA. At QDF, we are constantly searching for the very best products and services to offer our customers to enhance their travel experience,” said Thabet Musleh, vice president, Qatar Duty Free. “Qatar Duty Free is constantly expanding its offerings by partnering with a range of luxury brands to provide innovative and memorable experiences for our customers, giving them an experience worth travelling for.”
The store offers the latest range of Samsonite Sustainable Products and allows travelers to personalize purchases with embossed initials. Both Hamad International Airport and Qatar Duty Free continue to seek exclusive retail, hospitality and lifestyle experiences, while the airport also integrates art collections, lush greenery and contemporary retail and dining concepts.
“We are pleased to partner with Qatar Duty Free to launch our first Samsonite Duty Free Boutique in the Middle East, giving travelers the opportunity to experience our brand exclusively,” said Shaheen Jamil, business head, Samsonite & Tumi Middle East, East Africa, CIS & SAARC. “This is the first time we have launched a boutique in partnership with a duty-free retailer in the Middle East, and we are delighted to be showcasing our best collection of sustainable as well latest regular products at Qatar Duty Free.”
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