All Things Qatar

Katara Beach is Doha’s only public beach and is located in the heart of the city. 

It is part of the Katara Village art and culture development and is geared toward families, with plenty of water sports available. Read all about the best beaches in Qatar. 

Doha Festival City is regarded as the biggest mall in Qatar. It is a world-class complex with a variety of indoor and outdoor entertainment options, many of which are unique to Qatar. For starters, it houses the country’s first VOX 4D cinema, plus it houses Qatar’s snow park the Snow Dunes Park, the VR game arena- Virtuocity, and the Angry Birds World Qatar.

January is the coldest month in Qatar, with an average low of 14.4°C (58°F) and a high of 21.6°C (71°F). During the summer months, the average temperature in Qatar can range between 35°C (95°F) and 45°C. (113°F).

Check out the Qatar climate guide to learn more about the seasons and when to visit this country.

Qatar’s national dish is Machbs, a meal of rice, meat, and vegetables. It is typically made with lamb or chicken and is slow-cooked to add depth of flavor. If you’re interested in Qatari food, check out our list of the top 10 must-try foods in Qatar.

Before you fly to Qatar, check the safety regulations and learn about the dos and don’ts. Because Qatar is a Muslim country, alcohol is not permitted in public. So, if you’re going to drink, make it a private affair. There are some cultural norms to be aware of as well.

Taking photos of people without their permission, for example, is considered impolite. Also, if you’re going to a mosque, dress conservatively.

• Inland Sea Qatar Tours
• Doha Suba Diving
• Qatar Mangroves Kayaking
• Doha Camel Race Track
• Full-day Desert Safari
• The Pearl Qatar Tours
• Doha City Tours

Check out the full article: Get ready to experience fun & scenic adventures in Doha, Qatar

• Qatar will be the first Arab country to host the FIFA World Cup in 2022. 
• Qatar has the world’s highest ratio of millionaires to population, with one in every 160 residents being a millionaire.
• Qatar has the world’s largest natural gas reserves and is the country with the highest exports of liquefied natural gas.
• Qatar is one of the richest countries in the world, with a gross domestic product (GDP) per capita is a whopping $138,910.
• Qatar is home to a unique place on the planet where the sea meets the desert. The Inland Sea, also known as Khor Al Adaid, is a spectacular natural wonder located in southeast Qatar. This vast desert basin, formed over time by the erosion of mountains and rocks, stretches for miles with crystal-clear blue waters.

• Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel
• W Doha
• Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara 
• Four Seasons 
• The St. Regis Doha
• Mondrian Doha
• Al Rayyan Hotel Doha
• Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha
• Ezdan Hotel
• Marsa Malaz Kempinski

            Read the best hotels in Doha for your next vacation

• Take a Walk on the Doha Corniche
• Visit Souq Waqif Doha
• Visit the Katara Cultural Village
• Visit the Museum of Islamic Art
• Go to the Pearl
• Shop at the Villaggio Mall
• Visit the Qatar National Library
• Visit the National Museum of Qatar
• Go to Aspire Park
• Watch a Camel Race

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