Qatar's Hamad International Airport opens as the world's most luxurious

Qatar is the world's richest country per capita and has the highest human development index in the Arab World. And now, the country has upped the ante with an uber cool airport. The airport, Hamad International, is touted to be the world's most luxurious. The airport boasts high lights such as gold-plated cof fee kiosks and over 80 designer stores like Au Gold Boutique, Armani, Burberry, Chanel, Hermès, Bulgari, Tiffany & Co. and Harrods.

Tired travellers can check in at the airport hotel that offers a private 1,400-square foot presidential suite along with other rooms that can be rented for three hours or more.

Yet another fancy feature: A spa-inspired indoor pool that overlooks the departing and arriving planes.

If the in-airport-hotel is not your style, passengers can head to the 33,000-square foot Al Mourjan business class lounge. The multi-level lounge includes two restaurants as well as a game room and a play room that comes with a full-size replica of a Formula One racing car. The terminal is also home to over 30 restaurants and showcases a fascinating selection of art, curated in partnership with the Qatar Museums Authority.

While Qatari artist Faraj Duham was commissioned to create large murals, artist Ali Hassan produced a horse sculpture and 'The Lamp Bear' by artist Urs Fischer sits at the centre of the airport