Moving to Dukhan in Qatar
Hi Fellow ex-pats
We used to live in the UAE for 2 years, then went back to UK and now thinking of moving to Dukahn in Qatar this August. My wife will be working for Qatar Petroleum as a Teacher.
I have a few questions if someone can help-
1. What is Dukhan like to live in? facilities etc. I know its a very small town so not sure even if anyone in this group will be able to help.
2. What are the medical facilities like in Dukhan as we have 2 Children and want to make sure GP/Hospital/Dentist are professional and skilled and compliant.
3. Whats it like to work for QP as a teacher?
Thanks in advance. If there is a teacher working for QP in Dukhan, I would love to ask you few more questions on a PM.
MR
Haha no, tell me more! she keeps on me to get involved so...
Does your wife know about the bikini clad crew members :O(
Actually I was bored to tears last time in the UAE, there's only so much Shisha you can smoke. I was working remotely, by 11 am my work was done and the rest of the day was spent pondering. Not ideal.
This time I plan to do things differently, I hope.
and the odd sailing every now and then!
I'm jealous .. Living in London, playing golf at weekends, hitting the night spots, cimemas and the odd trip to Dukhan .... Bliss !
Yup, I guess I will be a man of leisure!! I have work in London so will go back and forth once a month unless I can find something to do in Qatar.
So your wife will be at QP but what about you? Stay-at-home dad?
Thanks you guys, its refreshing to get positive feedback, makes moving so much easier! Contract has been signed and accommodation allocated so the move is on this August.
There is a hospital on the way to Dukhan- Cuban Hospital.
Mon, It will be a dream living for you ........... QP, These two letters are enough to guarantee you a Prince's life ............ no worries at all ............
breath fresh air???? was he being sarcastic. People that say maybe came from some 5th world country
Once you get there , you'll get used to the environment and the community
Thanks for your comments, I did wonder if the air would smell of fuel!!
its good to know that there are clubs etc.
Am a bit concerned about the move, worried not much to do in the evenings and be stuck in a small gated community 5 days a week!!!!!
The fresh air smells a bit like petrol, though.
Monkian: Don't worry .. It is a nice place .. You will soon breathe the fresh air and experience joys
From previous posts :
Dukhan has great amenities.
Beach, Social Club, Sailing Club and sand Golf Course (Qatar's first and extended to 18 holes in 1995/96)
All the above are subsidised for QP staff.
The school is good, as is the social life
Dukhan Boat club is great ... they doing huge refurbishment in there ... My husband just putting his application for the club last week.
However ... in my opinion ... i don't think i can live in Dukhan. The place too quiet and not much things to do there.
There is a good hospital in Dukhan