If you've flown recently, you've no doubt used technology to prepare From researching and booking trips online to checking in and storing tickets digitally, technology has revolutionized the customer journey for those who want to fly as often as possible

Qatar Airways is taking this level of innovation to new heights by offering a "try before you fly" virtual reality experience that avid travelers can enjoy from the comfort of their own home

QVerse allows users to mirror their journey both on the ground and on board, such as a flight from Doha's Hamad International Airport, home of Qatar Airways, to one of more than 170 destinations

Qatar Airways believes that by providing a digital experience that closely matches the physical one, passengers will be able to make more informed decisions in their travel planning and better understand the quality of service they can expect

Starting at the entrance to Hamad International Airport, users can navigate through the transit hall and duty-free areas in a 360-degree virtual environment before getting a taste of the luxurious Al Safwa Lounge and Al Mourjan Lounge

Clickable hotspots provide detailed information on the key features they can expect as they navigate through the different areas, and include helpful videos to help bring the experience to life [Choose from a Boeing 777, Boeing 787-9, Airbus A350, or Airbus A380 aircraft Choose from Boeing 777, Boeing 787-9, Airbus A350, or Airbus A380

From here, you are free to explore the cabin, from the spacious economy seats to the amazing features of the QSuite, recently voted the world's best business class by the Skytrax Awards 2023

You can also order a meal, immerse yourself in the attention to detail, and browse the best fares to your destination for the next six months When you're ready to book, you can click right from QVerse and instantly finalize the trip of your dreams

But you don't have to do all of this alone Sama, the industry's first superhuman cabin crew, will guide you through the entire digital customer journey

In a sign of Qatar Airways' dedication to QVerse, Sama, who will be equipped with AI to further enhance her response, will guide you through everything, point out important features you shouldn't miss, and help you take the next step in your QVerse journey

Sama currently speaks only English, but all content on the QVerse website is available in 13 languages, making it a truly global experience with a focus on inclusiveness

Whether you are a soon-to-be Qatar Airways passenger or a seven-time winner of the World's Best Airline Award, QVerse offers a unique insight into what it truly means to travel in style Available on your computer or smartphone