Although only been here a short period of time, there are many items that are inexpensive however, it is not as cheap as first led to believe. For the experience I would say go for it, depending on the reason you wish to come to Doha, Qatar. It is definitely a different world. I would definitely tie in your accommodation as part of your package as the demand is becoming greater for accommodation of a reasonable standard. With the Asian games and the development going on in the area, supply and demand principle is very evident - subsequently prices are rising fast. You definitely have to make your own connections once you get here as there is not a lot to do unless you join various clubs and love shopping, going for coffe and cake. Keep in mind once you arrive, things move very slowly and getting such things as residency visa which is essential in order to draw up and finalise any type of contract is a tedious task. One thing you learn here is patience and tolerance.