With 200 days to go until the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, Qatar is gearing up to welcome more than one million visitors for the tournament. Already home to the world’s tallest indoor roller coaster, Qatar Tourism is celebrating Eid al-Fitr, with another record-breaking attraction - the largest balloon festival in the Middle East. With balloons, ranging from well-known and much-loved characters such as Minion, Angry Birds, Mario & Luigi, to iconic Qatari features including a falcon, whale shark and even a Qatar Airways plane, the three-day festival sees thousands line the Corniche to watch the parade. Chief Operating Officer of Qatar Tourism, Berthold Trenkel, said: “As we prepare to host the FIFA World Cup 2022 in 200 days, our focus is on tourism and providing u...
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Qatar has a budget bite to suit every taste and cravingQatar boasts more than 3,000 restaurants serving cuisines from countries around the world With the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 bringing in fans from around the world, Qatar Tourism reveals the budget-friendly restaurants best for big appetites without breaking the bank. For less than $30 a day, fans can taste authentic Middle Eastern flavours, or any international cuisine, at breakfast, lunch and dinner, along with local teas and “qahwa” coffee to boost energy levels in preparation for the match excitement. Chief Operating Officer of Qatar Tourism, Berthold Trenkel, said: “Sometimes, all a traveller wants is a quick, affordable, but delicious meal to get them through the day. In Qatar, visitors can grab a shawarma with meat...
Read More• Qatar Tourism has rounded up some of the leading attractions to visit outside Doha• Iconic sites and hidden treasures are never more than 90 minutes away Qatar Tourism is calling on holidaymakers and fans attending the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ to take a day trip out of Doha and discover Qatar beyond the capital. Within the 90-minutes it takes to play a football match, visitors can leave Doha for amazing adventures in mesmerising desert dunes, UNESCO heritage sites, ancient rock carvings, water parks, golden beaches, eco farms, lush green mangrove forests and so much more. Chief Operating Officer of Qatar Tourism, Berthold Trenkel, said: “Just a stone’s throw from Doha are fantastic cultural, natural and family-friendly excursions that some visitors...
Read MoreQatar Tourism successfully concluded its participation at Outbound Travel Mart (OTM), one of the first major travel trade shows in India for 2022. The show was back on the ground after a two-year pandemic-prompted hiatus, setting a positive tone for tourism resurgence. The Qatar Tourism delegation was led by Philip Dickinson, Vice President International Markets, Qatar Tourism, along with Sandeep Shevale - Tourism Marketing & Promotions and Deveekaa Nijhawan – International Public Relations & Communications. The delegation’s DMC participants covered Discover Qatar, Al Tawfeeq Travel and Travel Designer W.L.L. The team was also supported by BRANDit, India Representative of Qatar Tourism. The event presented itself as a platform to reconnect with the travel trade par...
Read MoreQatar Tourism reveals how travellers can enjoy a special holiday for two in Qatar and take advantage of exclusive hotel and spa offerings. Rich in art, culture and tradition, Qatar is a country waiting to be discovered. It is centred around the generous hospitality characteristic of the local culture and the world’s best hotel and restaurant brands have created an oasis of luxury in the heart of the Middle East. Travellers can immerse themselves in the destination, home to an extensive range of five-star hotels and resorts, world-class spas and wellness centres, and restaurants with Michelin-star chefs. Couples can unwind during a spa treatment at a world-class resort, such as Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som, the largest wellness destination in the region, soak up the sights...
Read More# Emerald Azzurra to launch in January 2023 with seven-night cruises from Doha# Extensive tourism development is underway in Qatar as the country prepares to host the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM# A new Grand Cruise Terminal also under construction in Qatar will host two megaships at one time and have an aquarium and art gallery Qatar Tourism has announced new superyacht luxury cruises in partnership with Emerald Cruises, sailing from Doha launching in January 2023. Emerald Azzurra will offer a seven-night, eight-day itineraries from Doha, with stops at Sir Bani Yas Island, Abu Dhabi; Khasab, Oman; Fujairah, UAE; Zighy Bay, Oman; and Dubai and vice versa. Pre and post cruise tours are available where guests can opt for a three-day package to explore the sites and culture of Qatar....
Read More• Qatar Tourism rounds up the elite sporting events coming to Qatar• Exciting calendar will culminate in the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022• New Sports & Adventure holiday package launched for sporting enthusiasts In the 300 days to go until the start of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 the country will welcome a series of elite international sporting events, continuing a tourism drive. From an ATP tennis competition to European Tour golf and the MotoGP, Qatar has lots in store for adventure-hungry visitors looking for professional sporting action. Chief Operating Officer of Qatar Tourism, Berthold Trenkel, said: “Sport brings people together and hosting international sporting events allows us to be part of, and to facilitate, cross-cultural moments of human achievement and utility. ...
Read More• Qatar Tourism reveals best wellness activities for the mind, body, and soul• Visitors can detox in the desert, eat healthily, feel renewed for the new year Qatar Tourism has invited travellers to renew and rejuvenate in the new year with holistic and natural wellness escapes. The perfect place to cleanse the mind, nourish the body, and heal the soul, here’s how Qatar’s abundance of spas, activities, and relaxing excursions combine to create a transformational ‘desert detox’ healthy holiday. Chief Operating Officer of Qatar Tourism, Berthold Trenkel, said: “Mental health and wellness is becoming more of a necessity than a trend, and Qatar is filling that demand by introducing world-class wellness facilities and activities. Qatar’s new Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som is the l...
Read MoreAll set to open before the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 • # Qatar Tourism reveals exiting projects set for completion before FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022• # FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 to take place from 21 November to 18 December 2022 Qatar Tourism has revealed 10 spectacular new hotels and attractions set to open before the tournament kicks off. Qatar Tourism previously revealed there are over 100 hotels and hotel apartments in the country’s construction pipeline. More than 40 are scheduled to be opened over the next 12 months, as Qatar gears up to welcome more than one million fans across the duration of the tournament. Zulal Wellness Resort is the largest wellness destination in the Middle East To meet demand Qatar is looking to utilise every available accommodation option. Inn...
Read MoreWelcoming visitors from around the globe, Sultan bin Rashid Al Khater, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, inaugurated the Qatar Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai on October 1st. The opening was attended by General Commissioners from GCC participating countries as well as a number of dignitaries, officials and partners. Following the inauguration, he toured the Qatar Pavilion which highlights the country’s achievements across various fields, showcases the most pioneering projects that are being developed in accordance with the National Vision 2030, and spotlights Qatar as the upcoming host of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. He also visited the pavilions of participating GCC countries, where each country’s most prominent achievements were showcased. The Qatar Pavilion was...
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