UAE resident wins a Falcon Gold trip on Gulf Air

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates 20 November 2011:  Bahrain's national carrier, Gulf Air recently launched the Falconflyer programme - a revamped and improved version of its popular Frequent Flyer programme - has received overwhelming support from customers. Over 20,000 new members have signed up for the new Falconflyer since its launch with the "Enroll Now and Win" contest a few months ago.    

Celebrating the success of the Falconflyer programme, Gulf Air recently honoured lucky winners of the contest from across its network, including Mr. Mohammad Saheb from the United Arab Emirates.  

Mr. Saheb, randomly selected from the newly enrolled members of the Falconflyer programme, received a free Falcon Gold return ticket to travel to any one of Gulf Air's four newest destinations-Copenhagen, Milan, Geneva and Nairobi- and enjoy the exclusive products and service that Gulf Air's Falcon Gold offers.

Gulf Air Chief Commercial Officer Mr. Karim Makhlouf commented "We have given our Falconflyer programme a facelift that reflects the several exciting developments at Gulf Air in bringing us closer to our customers. The response we have received from our customers thus far proves that we are indeed on the right track."

"Our customers are the most important factor steering our business to success. Therefore, we are very keen to introduce a number of enhancements in line with market changes on the one hand and our passengers' needs on the other hand. The revamped Falconflyer programme is a result of this effort."

"I am confident that our passengers will enjoy the new features of the improved loyalty programme that offers even more generous benefits and incentives to our Falconflyers. I also urge our Falconflyers to provide their feedback to us so that we can continue to serve them in the best way possible," concluded Mr. Makhlouf.

The new loyalty programme 'Falconflyer' is packed with privileges for all three categories of the programme's card holders. For instance, Gold, Silver and Blue members get three free economy tickets to the GCC and Middle East region when traveling once to Manila on Falcon Gold.

Other advantages of the programme include the best redemption rates and the best miles earning system for a premium class in the GCC and Middle East region, special online booking bonuses, a generous baggage allowance, three years miles validity, unlimited lounge access, priority baggage handling, and guaranteed seats among many other benefits that will make the traveling experience more enjoyable and rewarding.

Enrolling in the 'Falconflyer' programme can be done by filling out a membership application form available on the airline's website www.gulfair.com and further information can be found both on the airline's official website and via Gulf Air's World Wide Contact Centre at 17373737.  

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About Gulf Air

Founded in 1950, Gulf Air is the proud national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain. As a pioneering airline in the Middle East region with sixty years of experience and expertise in flying people across continents, Gulf Air is today one of the most powerful brands and a name to reckon with in the global aviation industry.

One of the prime objectives of Gulf Air is to connect Bahrain to the Middle East countries and the rest of the world. As such the airline currently operates the largest network in the Middle East with non-stop flights while providing seamless onward connections to other international destinations. The airline's current network stretches from Europe to Asia, connecting 51 cities in 33 countries, with a fleet of 35 aircraft. 

In tune with the Kingdom's economic blue print, 'Vision 2030', Gulf Air's strategy is to build an efficient, commercially sustainable and dynamic airline that effectively serves the people and the economy of Bahrain and represents the Kingdom on the world stage. Reflecting the needs and aspirations of its customers, the strategy focuses on three core areas: a targeted, more focused international network, a superior, more consistent product and a modern, more efficient fleet that will optimize value. Gulf Air's goal remains its commitment to the latest aviation technology complemented by its hallmark Arabian hospitality for which the airline is well known.   

For more information please visit www.gulfair.com

For media enquiries, please contact:
Katherine Kaczynska
Senior Manager Corporate Communications
Gulf Air Tel: +973 17338416 - +973 36500292
Email: katherine.kaczynska@gulfair.com

© Press Release 2011