Hello everyone
I am having guests coming to Qatar for the first time,where do u think i should take them to be impressed by Qatar(open places/Restaurents/affordable cafes or restaurents in hotels)they are in their sixties and i do not want to spend the earth
Thanx all
Baps thanks for your advise but they are not coming on Eid.
Plus those things they can be found anywhere in the world there is nothing too exciting about them. For example you go to other places you see culture, history, and you are excited about it. Recently I took at trip to europe and i enjoyed every bit cos so many things to see, and i was stopping for a while in dubai to doha. When i landed in dubai it was a very empty feeling, although new buildings and all but i dont know it felt all artifical. Same in doha they r not preserving any hisotircal places, even the old souq they r making it like its an old place .... although its nice and all but its lacks the excitement...
So back to croniche, plam tree, malls...eid or not eid...:-)
My parents in law will be coming in April and I really don't know where to take them/ how to impress them :(
I'm guessing corniche, Palm tree island, Inland sea... I don't know. Maybe a camel race? A lebanese restaurant? As much as I am looking forward to see them, How am I going to keep them enterteined for ten looong days?
well If dey(DOHA FAN'S GUESTS AND OTHERS 2) really wanna hav som fun then (i prefer)they should stay here during the Eid. from jan 10. coz qatar tourism authority is organising a series of events and programmmes for the 5 days of eid. they told in the news paper(gulf times Published: Thursday, 29 December, 2005, 10:58 AM Doha Time) that SOME OF THE PROGRAMMES THAT WILL BE ORGANISED WILL BE SEEN FOR THE FIRST TIME IN MIDDLE EAST OVER THE FIVE DAYS. i wen thro deir archives and found out abt these events-
1.astounding forts and citadels will be crafted into a complete sand city
2.breathtaking water stunts and acrobatics by the legendary Stars of Florida professionals, flame throwers and fire dancers, to dazzling snowboard and ski shows in a below-zero temperature snow city
3. centrepiece of this year’s entertainment will be the Space Voyageur. Located next to the Diplomatic Club, this discovery journey through space will allow visitors the opportunity to learn and experience every aspect of the universe and space travel. All visitors to the Space Dome and its satellite zones at Space Voyageur will be greeted with interactive displays and simulated space flights, sound and visual presentations, mazes and exhibitions. The Space Voyager will be open from 3.30pm to 10.30pm.
4. qatar heritage village(corniche) will provide a trip back in time thro wich Visitors will be able to learn about Qatari arts and crafts and experience the best of Qatari cuisine and hospitality
6.For the first time in Doha, a spectacular snow city with skiing slopes and snow zones is to be designed. Professional skiers will also hold performances
7.Fireworks will be held daily at 5.30pm beside the Diplomatic Club, and on the Corniche between 7pm and 7.30pm. The skies will also be lit up on the first day of Eid at Al-Khor and Al-Wakrah between 3.30pm and 10.30pm.
8.Eastern-Arabic folklore acts and dances will be performed by the Lebanese dance group Rajana Veda
VENUES: mallS, the Corniche, the zoo, Rumaillah Park and the Diplomatic Club. events will ALSO be held at Al-Khor and Al-Wakrah
IF YA'LL GUYS WANNA KNOE MORE DEN CONTACT AT 4282899 NUMBER FOR DETAILS(GULF TIMES)
“This Eid will provide a huge variety of events that will guarantee many happy moments. From comedy acts to educational programmes, the festival will prove to be an enriching time for Doha residents,� QTA board member Ibrahim al-Sayed
Dude Hmmmm all of the above and the "BS"!!! But u know qatar life is like an acquired taste, once u get the hang of it, its ok but once in a while every 1month there comes a time when you want to "bitch" about things :-)
But it will be a hard cookie to sell to my guests...sigghhhh..if only they like their chai karak that would have not been a problem!!!
I am facing the same thing my guests are coming but i can only plan one day out of their 4 days here...gosh there is just nothing here no attractions, no good places to go, damn it...why do I love qatar :-)
Hope my BS can keep them busy..lol!!!
But malls, shopping, corniche, beach, eating out every night, "karak" chai :-), driving around...is what i have in mind!!!
dont forget our beautiful cornishe and dont forget to take the garden chairs the weather is beautiful.
Also, if u are familar with the Ummsaid area, there is a resort there called the " Sea line beach resort " there is a Qrs20/- entance fee per person, and u have access to the seashore with sand free of stones, swiming area, and not too expensive restaurant - this can take up your whole day.
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franky speakin its boring way a lot borin out in qatar
Baps thanks for your advise but they are not coming on Eid.
Plus those things they can be found anywhere in the world there is nothing too exciting about them. For example you go to other places you see culture, history, and you are excited about it. Recently I took at trip to europe and i enjoyed every bit cos so many things to see, and i was stopping for a while in dubai to doha. When i landed in dubai it was a very empty feeling, although new buildings and all but i dont know it felt all artifical. Same in doha they r not preserving any hisotircal places, even the old souq they r making it like its an old place .... although its nice and all but its lacks the excitement...
So back to croniche, plam tree, malls...eid or not eid...:-)
Same problem here,
My parents in law will be coming in April and I really don't know where to take them/ how to impress them :(
I'm guessing corniche, Palm tree island, Inland sea... I don't know. Maybe a camel race? A lebanese restaurant? As much as I am looking forward to see them, How am I going to keep them enterteined for ten looong days?
HI ALL
well If dey(DOHA FAN'S GUESTS AND OTHERS 2) really wanna hav som fun then (i prefer)they should stay here during the Eid. from jan 10. coz qatar tourism authority is organising a series of events and programmmes for the 5 days of eid. they told in the news paper(gulf times Published: Thursday, 29 December, 2005, 10:58 AM Doha Time) that SOME OF THE PROGRAMMES THAT WILL BE ORGANISED WILL BE SEEN FOR THE FIRST TIME IN MIDDLE EAST OVER THE FIVE DAYS. i wen thro deir archives and found out abt these events-
1.astounding forts and citadels will be crafted into a complete sand city
2.breathtaking water stunts and acrobatics by the legendary Stars of Florida professionals, flame throwers and fire dancers, to dazzling snowboard and ski shows in a below-zero temperature snow city
3. centrepiece of this year’s entertainment will be the Space Voyageur. Located next to the Diplomatic Club, this discovery journey through space will allow visitors the opportunity to learn and experience every aspect of the universe and space travel. All visitors to the Space Dome and its satellite zones at Space Voyageur will be greeted with interactive displays and simulated space flights, sound and visual presentations, mazes and exhibitions. The Space Voyager will be open from 3.30pm to 10.30pm.
4. qatar heritage village(corniche) will provide a trip back in time thro wich Visitors will be able to learn about Qatari arts and crafts and experience the best of Qatari cuisine and hospitality
5.Folkloric displays, multimedia soundscape shows, interactive children’s plays, creative workshops, comedy acts and street-performers
6.For the first time in Doha, a spectacular snow city with skiing slopes and snow zones is to be designed. Professional skiers will also hold performances
7.Fireworks will be held daily at 5.30pm beside the Diplomatic Club, and on the Corniche between 7pm and 7.30pm. The skies will also be lit up on the first day of Eid at Al-Khor and Al-Wakrah between 3.30pm and 10.30pm.
8.Eastern-Arabic folklore acts and dances will be performed by the Lebanese dance group Rajana Veda
VENUES: mallS, the Corniche, the zoo, Rumaillah Park and the Diplomatic Club. events will ALSO be held at Al-Khor and Al-Wakrah
IF YA'LL GUYS WANNA KNOE MORE DEN CONTACT AT 4282899 NUMBER FOR DETAILS(GULF TIMES)
“This Eid will provide a huge variety of events that will guarantee many happy moments. From comedy acts to educational programmes, the festival will prove to be an enriching time for Doha residents,� QTA board member Ibrahim al-Sayed
Idioms!cool!
I got my "Oxford Advanced learner's Dictionary" to understand you!, otherwise I would have realllly got you wrong lol!
Dude Hmmmm all of the above and the "BS"!!! But u know qatar life is like an acquired taste, once u get the hang of it, its ok but once in a while every 1month there comes a time when you want to "bitch" about things :-)
But it will be a hard cookie to sell to my guests...sigghhhh..if only they like their chai karak that would have not been a problem!!!
Excuse me jbravo, :-) whats your BS?
British Standards?
Blue Suit?
Bad Song?
lol, I can't geuss
I am facing the same thing my guests are coming but i can only plan one day out of their 4 days here...gosh there is just nothing here no attractions, no good places to go, damn it...why do I love qatar :-)
Hope my BS can keep them busy..lol!!!
But malls, shopping, corniche, beach, eating out every night, "karak" chai :-), driving around...is what i have in mind!!!
Hey guys,
dont forget our beautiful cornishe and dont forget to take the garden chairs the weather is beautiful.
Also, if u are familar with the Ummsaid area, there is a resort there called the " Sea line beach resort " there is a Qrs20/- entance fee per person, and u have access to the seashore with sand free of stones, swiming area, and not too expensive restaurant - this can take up your whole day.
Regards,
Thanks everyone
Regarding museums,I dont think they will be ever intrested (no offence).
As for wakef Souk /the Palms iland we will keep it in mind,
what other attractions does Qatar offer?
They will be here for just 1 week,so no time really for dissapointments.
Any other recomended restaurents?
Thanks all
Since that they are in their sixties :
1-The Palms Island :-)
2-Arabic Resturants like the ones in Alsad street, especially Lebanese ( Almajlis, Alkheemah, Vinice..ect)
3- THE OLD SOUK will be great! Souk Wagef :-) a traditional big open market .They will LOVE it and its cheap!
4- The traditional Qatari cafe ( I don't know where exactly) But Its somewhere near the Cornich I think.
Good luck Dohafan!
the museum lol hehe thats 1 place i can tell
the museum LOL