{"id":82447,"date":"2025-09-24T12:04:07","date_gmt":"2025-09-24T11:04:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dutyfreehunter.com\/blog\/?p=82447"},"modified":"2025-09-24T12:04:07","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T11:04:07","slug":"qatar-duty-free-and-loreal-unveil-lancome-cafe-de-la-rose-in-doha","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dutyfreehunter.com\/blog\/qatar-duty-free-and-loreal-unveil-lancome-cafe-de-la-rose-in-doha\/","title":{"rendered":"QATAR DUTY FREE and L\u2019OR\u00c9AL unveil LANC\u00d4ME CAF\u00c9 DE LA ROSE in Doha"},"content":{"rendered":"

Lanc\u00f4me Travel Retail and Qatar Duty Free (QDF) unveil the emblematic Caf\u00e9 De La Rose from Paris\u2019s Champs-Elys\u00e9es at Hamad International Airport, Doha \u2013 a first of-its-kind concept in travel retail. Located in the newly opened Concourse D, this exclusive destination blends beauty, fragrance, and gastronomy in a setting designed to surprise and delight travellers.<\/p>\n


\nBringing together QDF\u2019s expertise in creating experiential retail and Lanc\u00f4me\u2019s world of French elegance, Caf\u00e9 De La Rose offers passengers a memorable new way to connect with a leading luxury brand during their journey through Doha.<\/p>\n

Blending beauty and gastronomy \u2013 retail and caf\u00e9 \u2013 this unique hybrid venue is inspired by Lanc\u00f4me\u2019s iconic rose and signature pink palette. Caf\u00e9 De La Rose merges elegant French beauty with the pleasures of a contemporary caf\u00e9, creating a space where indulgence and inspiration coexist. Guests are invited to explore the world of Lanc\u00f4me skincare and fragrance, with a distinct focus on the exceptional Absolue collection and the guidance of a dedicated team of brand experts.<\/p>\n

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A Premium In-Store Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n

Beyond the product, travellers are invited to enjoy complimentary skincare services, allowing them to explore the collection in a truly immersive way. Two other unique elements complete the experience: ceramic oud bouquet dispensers on each table offer a signature olfactive journey, while guests exploring the fragrance collections can take home their own Absolue Les Parfums passport \u2013 a personalised
\nkeepsake capturing their favourite scents from the visit.<\/p>\n

A Delicious Gourmet Stop<\/strong><\/p>\n

The caf\u00e9 counter, developed in collaboration with Len\u00f4tre, a reference in French gastronomy in France and around the world, offers five exclusive pastries, created especially for Lanc\u00f4me by \u00c9tienne Leroy, Len\u00f4tre Pastry Chef and World Pastry Champion.<\/p>\n

For this partnership, the Chef has revisited the Len\u00f4tre’s iconic classics, such as the legendary Feuille d’Automne, and has created a Lanc\u00f4me cheesecake. He has also created a signature dessert: the Rose Agora, pear & lychee, in homage to the Maison’s iconic flower. \u201cWith La Rose Agora, I wanted to capture the soul of Lanc\u00f4me in a single bite: the delicacy of a petal, evoking Lanc\u00f4me’s iconic rose, the power of
\na fragrance, and the emotion of a season,\u201d explains \u00c9tienne Leroy.<\/p>\n

These unique creations are accompanied by a curated selection of coffees, teas, fruit juices, and champagnes. Seating for 28 guests provides a comfortable space to relax, recharge, and enjoy the atmosphere. Travellers can also browse exclusive Lanc\u00f4me Caf\u00e9 De La Rose Doha merchandise, including personalised coffee cups and beautifully embroidered canvas tote bags.<\/p>\n

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A New Pentarchy Partnership<\/strong><\/p>\n

This activation marks another pentarchy partnership for L\u2019Or\u00e9al Travel with Qatar Duty Free Retail, demonstrating the powerful collaboration between airline, airport, retailer, brand, and group to create elevated, experience-driven retail moments.<\/p>\n

The passenger journey begins before arrival, with Qatar Airways touchpoints including CRM Campaigns, visibility through the Qatar Airways app, and striking branded activations across Hamad International Airport, such as digital screens and pink buggies \u2013 all designed to build Lanc\u00f4me brand awareness and anticipation.<\/p>\n

Commenting on the opening, Mr. Thabet Musleh, Chief Retail & Hospitality Officer at Qatar Airways Group, said: \u201cCaf\u00e9 De La Rose is a perfect example of how our partnerships allow us to bring world-class brands and exceptional concepts to our passengers. Working with Lanc\u00f4me and L\u2019Or\u00e9al Travel Retail, we\u2019ve created a space that blends beauty, fragrance, and gastronomy in a way that\u2019s unique to Hamad <\/em>International Airport. It\u2019s all about giving passengers reason to pause, engage, and enjoy an experience that goes beyond what they expect from an airport visit.”<\/em><\/p>\n

L\u2019Or\u00e9al Travel Retail President, Emmanuel Goulin reflected that: \u201cThe Caf\u00e9 de la Rose in Doha embodies a major strategic ambition for L’Or\u00e9al Travel Retail: to turn the airport into an Entertaining Destination. By merging Lanc\u00f4me’s luxury universe with Len\u00f4tre’s exquisite patisserie, we are inviting passengers to an unexpected encounter of French art de vivre. We are reinventing their customer journey to create a sensory and unforgettable beauty moment, fulfilled with immersive discovery and exclusivity.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

This exciting addition reflects Qatar Duty Free\u2019s commitment to creating innovative, experience-led environments where the unexpected thrives. Caf\u00e9 De La Rose captures the pioneering spirit and dedication to excellence that define both QDF and Lanc\u00f4me, offering travellers a blossoming new world of beauty, flavour, and inspiration to discover on their next journey through Hamad International Airport.<\/p>\n

Location: Concourse D, Hamad International Airport
\nOpening hours: 24\/7<\/p>\n

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