West Midlanders flight habits revealed by Qatar Airways
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Qatar Airways has revealed the travel habits of West Midlanders ahead of its inaugural flight to Birmingham in the UK in March. 
The findings, based on interviews with 1,000 people in the region, show 65% of respondents would be more likely to use a local West Midlands airport if it had better long-haul connections.
The survey also confirmed that West Midlanders are romantics at heart, with 49% of respondents saying they prefer going on holiday with just their partner, compared to only 9% who would rather travel solo.
While the classic beach break is still popular – with 30% of respondents naming it as their favourite type of holiday – the top choice for travellers in the West Midlands is a cultural trip (35%). 7
Qatar Airways country manager, UK & Ireland, Richard Oliver said the results “clearly illustrate a demand for long-haul travel from the West Midlands that Qatar Airways is delighted to meet”.
“To be launching our new service from Birmingham with eight flights a week shows confidence in the city and the wider West Midlands as a place to visit and do business,” he added.
The route will be operated by a Boeing 787 Dreamliner in a two-cabin configuration, comprising of 22 seats in Business Class and 232 Economy Class seats.
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