Bahrain’s national carrier Gulf Air has revealed that its first new destination for 2019 is Malaga - Costa del Sol in Spain.
Commencing 14 June and operating until 15 September 2019, Malaga will be added as a seasonal summer destination as the airline continues revealing throughout the year its further network expansion plans for 2019.
Said Gulf Air’s Chief Executive Officer Mr. Krešimir Kučko: “In line with our 5 year strategy to become the airline of choice, and in light of the recent adaptation of the new boutique business model, we are adding a seasonal destination to cater to summer’s peak travel demand.
Malaga is known for its summer appeal as a holiday destination and is very popular to our customers in the region. Gulf Air is flying to a direct point in Spain for the first time and we are excited to offer this opportunity to everyone this summer.”
The President of Costa del Sol Tourist Board and the Provincial Government of Malaga, Francisco Salado, has congratulated Gulf Air on the decision to introduce, for the first time, a direct flight between Bahrain and Costa del Sol.
Earlier in 2019, Gulf Air announced its new boutique business model concept which will reinforce its focus on product and customer experience.
Gulf Air Launches Boutique Business Model Concept
As is done in the hospitality industry, Gulf Air will differentiate itself as a boutique airline that is unique in the way it operates comparing to airlines that are more volume driven.
This approach will give the airline a competitive advantage that will translate in its new fleet, new Falcon Gold class offering, new exclusive products, new destinations for 2019 and its presence in the new terminal at Bahrain International Airport due to open towards the end of the year.
With the new business model concept, Gulf Air aims to grow strategically in size. The airline will also be receiving additional 2 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner’s and 4 Airbus A320neos this year.
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