Showtime in Qatar – theatre thrills aplenty
There’s no business, like show business … Oh, how apt these lyrics in a country where the arts literally does take centre stage as part of Qatar’s vision to deepen understanding and bring nations closer together. The performing arts are part of the country’s arsenal to this end. Yes, it is always showtime in Qatar. […]
Spoilt for choice with sport in Qatar
A tiny desert country rich in oil and gas and populated by those who wear long flowing robes may not traditionally be viewed as a sporting nation … but boy, are we spoilt for choice when it comes to sport in Qatar. Football, tennis, Formula 1, Moto GP, aquatics, athletics, padel, equestrian shows and everything […]
New old Doha Port a colourful must
The old Doha Port is a must for locals and visitors alike with its quaint colourful architecture, large open tracts of green space, interesting shops and eating spots, and stunning vistas of the city centre’s skyline. Oh, and let me not forget the fish market that resembles an art gallery, the stylish cruise terminal, the […]
10 weird and wonderful things about Qatar – part 2
If you are coming to Qatar, expect a country of contrasts, all of which make it a weird and wonderful place to visit. Did you know, for example, that Qatar does not have any forests, but intends to have planted 10 million trees by 2030? (They planted a quick million in the run-up to the […]
10 weird and wonderful things about Qatar
Qatar is a weird but wonderful place full of unforgettable experiences.
World Cup gets ahead with head gear
The smiling police officer stopped the H. “Let me help you, Sir.” And he did. He fixed my bemused hubby’s Arabic headgear, his fan attire for the FIFA 2022 World Cup matches in Qatar. This small, unsolicited gesture randomly repeated time and again by strangers throughout Doha, not just to us, but across the East-West […]
Doha puts sport in the fast lane
For most countries, establishing a sporting culture is a marathon journey. For Qatar, it’s been a sprint. The impressive new sports museum – 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum – in Doha is a fitting example of the expense, drive and commitment the country is making to fast-track its plans to become an internationally recognised […]