Doha: Passengers arriving at and departing from Hamad International Airport (HIA) will benefit from the expertise of the world’s leading currency specialist, Travelex, which has opened two stores in the new terminal and plans three more this year.
Located in departures and arrivals, the stores combine the latest in retail design and technology to provide customers with simple and fast access to more than 80 currencies, including popular travel destinations such as GCC countries, Europe, and Asia.
Customers will also be able to access a wide range of products and services such as Travelex’s Buy Back Guarantee, a Western Union remittance service, and prepaid travel money cards. Trained staff will be on hand 24/7 to provide advice and information.
Errol Fonseca, Head of Retail, Middle East, India, Africa and Turkey, said: “We are excited to be part of HIA and delighted to be the only foreign exchange provider at the airport.
“We have built some of the best stores in the region at HIA, to provide a more interactive customer experience, utilising new technology to enhance customer offerings and meet individual needs of our customers.”
The opening of the stores sees a rapid expansion of Travelex retail business since the company first opened in the airport a year ago. By the end of the year, it will boast seven stores in Qatar, more than doubling operations. The company has almost 55 stores in the Middle East.
Fonseca said: “Qatar and the Middle East as a region is one of the most rapidly growing for our business as these markets have seen some phenomenal passenger numbers over the past few years.
“The HIA is only going to increase Qatar’s profile as a tourist destination and business and global transport hub.
“We are very excited about the future here and look forward to continuing our partnership with HIA in helping provide passengers with their travel money.”
The Peninsula
