I am taking the same route with GULF in November, and travel agent told me the same thing too...but, I have a little doubt...anyone with such experience would be a great help.... Also, Wholesale, it would be a good idea to go their website and enroll for GULF membership card...after 2 valid flight with GULF, you will be enrolled as a Beginner(SIlver I guess) member. With that they will allow you 10 kg extra luggage...and some special treatments like priority check in, lounge access...and so on (that is what they say)...I've already done it and I would recommend you to